Sustainable energy
Currently, renewable energy is uneconomic and pushes up electricity prices. Can it truly be said to be sustainable? The Scientific Alliance considers the question.
Raspberry Pi still in the news
A further selection of links to some recent stories about the popular Raspberry Pi.
Resources abound for researchers wanting to use cloud computing
Cloud computing offers tremendous advantages in terms of scale and computer power — not to mention costs — to those grappling with today’s data-intensive research.
What is it really like to work in scientific research today?
A new programme offered by the University of Cambridge Institute of Continuing Education will give participants a rare insight into the challenges involved in pushing back the frontiers of science. Given by five specialists in different fields, ‘Cambridge science: behind the scenes’ starts in January 2014.
Addenbrooke’s ‘Our Way Awards’ honours specialist nurse
An oncology nurse specialist was named the ‘You Made A Difference Annual Winner’ at Addenbrooke’s hospital this week.
La Dante in Cambridge seeks trustees from business community
La Dante in Cambridge needs you! This well established bilingual cultural association is looking to improve its connections with the business community and is seeking people from the Cambridge Network to join its trustees.
Businesses upbeat as Chamber upgrades short-term growth forecasts
Cambridgeshire Chambers of Commerce has upgraded its short-term GDP growth forecast for 2014 from 2.2 per cent to 2.7 per cent, which would take UK GDP above Q1 2008 (pre-recession peak) levels by the end of next year.
ZEISS ends successful fiscal year 2012/13
ZEISS has brought fiscal year 2012/13 to a successful conclusion (reporting date: 30 September 2013) with an all-time high in revenue.
How large is the alphabet of DNA?
New sequencing technology is transforming epigenetics research, and could greatly improve understanding of cancer, embryo formation, stem cells and brain function.
Unify simplifies unified communications investments with Enterprise Licensing
Value-driven software suites deliver predictable costs, increased flexibility and investment protection.
£6 million Government funding just the ticket for station plans
A £6 million grant from Government to deliver the first stages of the new Cambridge Science Park Station has been welcomed by Councillors.
Signature visit by Nick Clegg a good sign for City Deal
A billion pound deal for Greater Cambridge has taken a step closer as Deputy Prime Minister Nick Clegg signed his name to an agreement to help bring the scheme forward.
Cambridge University acquires Broers Building, West Cambridge site
Nafield Properties, a joint venture between Turnstone Estates and Burall Developments, has sold its 42,911 sq ft (3,986 sq m) Broers Building to the University of Cambridge.
Deputy PM visits Cambridge to lay foundations for City Deal
Deputy Prime Minister and Liberal Democrat Leader, Nick Clegg will be in Cambridge today (Thursday) to lay the foundations for the City Deal and a massive £6 million cash injection next year for the new Science Park station.
Definigen raises £1.3 million in Series A funding
Cambridge spin-out Definigen has completed a new funding round worth £1.3 million, led by Cambridge Enterprise. The investment of £525,000 is the most that the University seed funds have invested in a single investment round to date.
Biogas producer chooses Michell’s thermo-paramagnetic oxygen analyzer
A major Scandinavian producer of Biogas has selected Michell Instruments’ XTP601 oxygen analyzers to monitor O2 levels for safety and quality at two sites in Sweden.
Female scientists are more creative, says study
Female scientists are more receptive of abstract artworks than their male counterparts, suggesting that they are likely to be open to a more ‘anarchic, creative and radical’ approach to science, according to new research released today.
The Mobile Data Challenge (MDC) Special Issue
Published in the Pervasive Mobile Computing Journal
iTrinegy announces its IT Transformation Suite for the Americas
Due to the success of iTrinegy's IT Transformation Suite here in the UK, the solution has now been released to customers in the US.
Mantracourt updates wireless relay module with enhanced configuration options
Mantracourt has upgraded its wireless relay module to accept more inputs, offer greater configuration flexibility and new operation modes.
Clare College and Santander renew partnership
Clare College this week marked the renewal of a partnership with Santander, through its Santander Universities Global Division, at a special ceremony held in the College hosted by the College’s Bursar, Mr Paul Warren.
Homerton Conference Centre and Cambridge Cookery School announce an exciting new recipe!
Homerton College's newly appointed Sales & Marketing Manager, Gail Norfolk, has announced an exciting new product launching in January 2014.
Conference Cambridge appoints new Board members
Conference Cambridge, the free venue-finding service for the University, Colleges, hotels and other unique properties in and around Cambridge, has appointed two new Board members.
Leading German retailer launches geo’s smart home energy products in store and online
Geo customers can now connect to the ‘Internet of Things’, making affordable, sophisticated energy monitoring technology available to everyone in their homes.