Device Developers' Conference explores hardware debugging
Organisers of the 2014 UK Device Developers’ Conference have announced that hardware debug tool specialists JTAG Technologies will be presenting an introduction to boundary-scan and its use at board-level. This presentation will also look into how JTAG is being used at device-level in Micros and FPGAs.
Dr Peter Allen honoured for research excellence
Dr Peter Allen, Head of the Visual Function and Physiology Research Group at Anglia Ruskin University, has been awarded one of the most prestigious honours in UK optics research.
Cambridge Index rises 2.5%
The Cambridge Index rose 2.5% or 419.1 points, to end at 17,498.7, as three of the top five index heavyweights posted gains.
Meningitis B vaccine just released in the UK is available from The Travel Clinic
For decades, Meningitis B has been the most common cause of bacterial meningitis in the UK and Ireland. Vaccines are the only way to prevent meningitis and have almost eliminated some other kinds of meningitis.
Darwin Airline offers discount on ski season flights to Geneva
Looking to make the most of the ski season? Darwin Airline has just launched a special fare of £109 on return flights to Geneva departing from Cambridge International Airport– a saving of £60 from the £169 return flight lead-in price.
Link China Pharma Solutions brokers Sareum co-development agreement in China for Aurora+FLT3
Cambridge, UK based technology brokerage Link China Pharma Solutions has negotiated a co-development partnership deal between Sareum Holdings plc (AIM: SAR), the specialist cancer drug discovery and development business, and Hebei Medical University Biomedical Engineering Center (HMUBEC) to advance its Aurora+FLT3 cancer programme.
Make a Christmas dream come true
Sean was just 19 when he hit his lowest point. He'd left school with no qualifications, going straight into a job, but got heavily into drugs and became homeless. He spent the next five years moving between friends' floors, squats and the streets, his life made more difficult by bouts of depression. He didn't want support from Wintercomfort or other organisations.
UK Government misses an opportunity to set a direction for tackling cyber security
The British government’s efforts to incentivise UK businesses to do more to tackle cyber security should be applauded, says IT Governance Limited, but must be reinforced with clear leadership and practical next steps.
Lakin Rose awarded highly commended accolade in British Accounting Awards
Cambridge accountants, Lakin Rose, was awarded the accolade of Highly Commended for the Eastern Region at the British Accountancy Awards.
Inca Digital launches ultra-high productivity digital flatbed UV inkjet printer
Inca Digital Printers and Fujifilm announced the launch of the Inca Onset S50i, an ultra-high productivity, CMYK, flatbed UV inkjet printer capable of printing 725sqm/hr (7,804sqft/h). The powerful new ‘future proof’ printer is the first to be developed on Inca’s new-generation Onset Scaleable Architecture.
New road drives Cambridge to top spot for biomedical research
A new road opened today (Monday) on the Cambridge Biomedical Campus, marking another milestone in transforming the Addenbrooke’s site into the world’s leading centre for biomedical research, education and patient care.
New AVEVA business paper helps shipbuilders seize offshore opportunities
AVEVA showcases software to support offshore diversification at Marintec China.
Donation will fuel vital research into European energy future
A research project that will influence how Europe sets its overarching climate and energy objectives for 2030 has attracted a donation of £190,000.
Why outsource CAD services to a UK company rather than overseas?
Jensen Consulting outlines the advantages of outsourcing your CAD requirements to a UK based CAD Services company.
IT Governance helps Workforce Metrics achieve ISO27001 certification for under £5k
IT Governance, the global leader in information security and ISO27001-compliance expertise, has reported that its client Workforce Metrics has achieved ISO27001 certification in only three months for under £5k.
Cambridge one of two UK institutions at highest level of ESA’s next Large Mission
The European Space Agency has announced a broad plan for major space science missions over the next two decades, with Cambridge’s Institute of Astronomy involved at the highest levels.
Marshall employees collect a hair-raising £10,000 for Movember
Once again employees from Marshall of Cambridge have been sporting luxuriant growths of hair on their faces to support the Movember Campaign and, this year, have raised £10,000, bringing the total raised over the past four years by employees within the Group of Companies to over £33,500.
Volunteers give Addenbrooke’s ‘10 out of 10’
Volunteers at Addenbrooke’s and the Rosie Hospitals have given their experience full marks. In the annual satisfaction survey of volunteers, all of those contacted said they would recommend volunteering at Cambridge University Hospitals.
Tame your computer - it's a snip!
In her regular series for Cambridge Network members, software training expert Karen Roem offers handy tips to help you 'Tame your computer'. This week she describes how to give the Snipping Tool its own keyboard shortcut (Windows 7)...
Michell’s improved Optidew chilled mirror hygrometer exceeds specifications
Recent tests carried out on Michell’s Optidew Chilled Mirror Hygrometer confirm that it meets the Code of Federal Regulations for Engine Testing: an essential requirement for any instrument used for emissions testing in the US and many other regions.
Lookout Call joins forces with alarm receiving centre
Lone worker safety system provider, Lookout Call, and Positive Response, a 24 hour alarm receiving centre, are joining forces to provide superior safety services to their clients.
New plans for hospital, hotel and education complex published
Cambridge residents and businesses are invited to attend a consultation event next Thursday (December 5) about plans to create a hospital, hotel and education complex on the Addenbrooke’s Hospital site.
'Behavioural training' in China sees people questioning the very next day !
If you have ever presented in China there seems to be a lot of note-taking (almost word for word) and then a thank you and you hear no more... until now....
Minister visits new showcase incubator in Cambridge
The Rt Hon Edward Davey, Secretary of State for Energy and Climate Change visited the new cleantech business incubator building in Cambridge yesterday (Thursday 28 November 2013).
Literacy, language and numeracy training for volunteers
Business and Progression Mentor Ray Smith from Norfolk recently got the opportunity to attend Literacy, Language and Numeracy training with The Prince's Trust.