New lab to focus on creating sustainable energy source
A state-of-the-art laboratory, which aims to use sunlight to power the sustainable conversion of CO2 and water to form syngas, a high-energy gas mixture with potential as a future fuel source, has opened in Cambridge University's Department of Chemistry.
Call of the wired
For generations, we have dreamed of machines with artificial intelligence with which we can have real conversations but, despite amazing technological advances, such devices seem some way off. Now researchers at Cambridge are changing the picture, by remodelling the essence of spoken dialogue systems
Powering the unGrid! CEO Eight19 Simon Bransfield-Garth features at Smart Grids 2012 14 June
Twenty-two per cent of the world's population - 1.6 billion people - are unconnected to the grid and, despite governmental efforts, the number in Africa is still rising. Eight19's Indigo pay-as-you-go solar combines mobile phone and solar technology to provide off-grid power as a service, providing clean power without the up-front cost of a traditional solar power installation.
Demand for membership web consultancy increases as netXtra focuses PCG’s online strategy
In recent weeks, netXtra has seen a marked increase in the demand for its digital strategy consultancy services from a number of membership and not-for-profit organisations. The latest in a long line is freelancers’ membership group PCG.
Claire Martinsen of Breckland Orchard to address Entrepreneurs on the Move May 30th
Connectedcambridge.com's regular (last Wednesday in the month) networking event at CB2 features Claire Martinsen of Breckland Orchard on May 30th.
University of Cambridge and Babraham Institute unveil new epigenetics research technique
Collaboration between scientists at Cambridge University and the Babraham Institute have demonstrated a new technique that will significantly improve scientists’ ability to perform epigenetics research and help unlock the door to understanding how cells develop and function. The research, published in the journal 'Science' has important implications for stem cell research and the development of…
Event wins bring £5 million boost to local economy
A series of successful bids to hold events in Cambridge over the next few years, collectively worth £1.2 million and a further £5 million* to the local economy, will bring more than 2800 delegates to the City.
People versus the planet
A new report from the Royal Society proposes radical changes to the world economy. How justified are they?
Global Regulatory Services to provide guidance on EU cosmetic legislation
Global Regulatory Services, a consultancy to the life science industry based near Ely, has announced a partnership with a German based company to provide guidance on the new EU Cosmetic Products Regulation.
Marshall further cements relationship with Jaguar
Marshall, the family-owned dealer group, has announced the completion of its acquisition of the Lincoln Jaguar business from the Cooperative Society.
Salsgiver trials Amino Freedom Jump OTT device
US-based fiber optic network provider Salsgiver is to trial Amino’s Freedom Jump OTT device as part of a premium service offering to their customers.
Twinkle, twinkle, little star: I’m going to know what you are
A team of astronomers at the University of Cambridge is taking the next big step in a European-wide programme which will lead to the creation of the first three-dimensional map of more than a billion stars.
'Clean Energy: at What Price?' Professor John Miles keynotes Cleanpower 2012
An analytical keynote talk by Professor John Miles of the Engineering Department at Cambridge University in the opening session of the Cleanpower Conference on 14 June at Murray Edwards College, will look at the possibilities for generating clean energy in the UK in pursuit of the Government 2050 goals. In particular, the cost of supplying energy from these sources will be commented on and some…
AVEVA announces new Plant and Marine contracts
Moscow, Russia-- AVEVA (LSE:AVV), announces today that it has won two significant contracts in Russia with SevZap NTC, a leading Russian EPC in the power industry and DO “Vympel”, a Marine design office based in Nizhny Novgorod.
TED-Ed launches groundbreaking website with new tools for customised learning
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- TED, the nonprofit organisation devoted to "Ideas Worth Spreading," has launched the second phase of its TED-Ed initiative: a groundbreaking website housed on TED.com that enables teachers to create unique lesson plans around TED-Ed video content.
Lord Oxburgh keynotes on ‘Shale Gas – Curse or Boon?’ at Cleanpower Conference 14 June
Shale gas is natural gas that, unlike conventional gas, never escaped from the source rock within which it was formed because the source was too impermeable. Modern technology has allowed this gas to be exploited by a combination of detailed sub-surface imaging, precisely controlled directional drilling and hydraulic fracturing.
Don’t let perfection kill your dream
If you want to be successful, don't wait for “the perfect time;” it does not exist. The more you wait for perfection, the more you stand the chance of losing enthusiasm for the action to bring your vision to live. Dreams and goals need your enthusiasm to come alive, and perfectionism kills enthusiasm.
Dr Andrew Lynn joins exclusive group of Entrepreneurs in Residence at Cambridge
The Centre for Entrepreneurial Learning (CfEL) at Cambridge Judge Business School is delighted to announce the appointment of Dr Andrew Lynn as one of their esteemed Entrepreneurs in Residence. Dr Lynn is an entrepreneur and executive who has founded and led businesses in the regenerative-medicine and solid-state-lighting fields.
Zero interest and growing fast
From humble beginnings, Islamic finance is now a trillion dollar industry and growing at a rate some in the West find alarming. A new analysis suggests it can be accommodated by the existing global financial system for everyone’s benefit.
Businesses donate to revamp Addenbrooke's hospital garden
Addenbrooke’s Golden Jubilee Garden, which opened in October 2002 thanks to kind volunteers and donors, is being given a revamp in honour of the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee, which will also see it renamed the Diamond Jubilee Garden. Thanks to a former celebrity patient and many generous supporters, the Jubilee Garden will continue as an area of relaxation and contemplation within the hospital grounds…
Sir John Armitt to join ICE Presidential team
The Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) has elected Chairman of the Olympic Delivery Authority (ODA) Sir John Armitt to its Presidential team, with a view to him becoming the leading engineering body’s President.
Neul launches world’s first city-wide white space network
Neul, the world leader in technologies for the Internet of the Things, today announced the deployment in Cambridge of the world’s first city-wide, fully-functional wireless network in white space, enabling a whole host of Smart City applications. To demonstrate this network Neul, in collaboration with Bglobal Metering, is today, showcasing the world’s first-ever smart electricity meter reading…
Plarion closing down sale
As of April 2012, Plarion will cease trading. Offers are invited for Plarion’s laboratory and manufacturing equipment, via sealed bids to be received by 2nd May 2012. Please contact Plarion to arrange an appointment to view.
Malaria news from The Travel Clinic
News from The Travel Clinic Ltd, Cambridge and Ipswich. World Malaria Day 25th April.
Illumina launches MyGenome® app for iPad®
SAN DIEGO--(BUSINESS WIRE) Illumina, Inc. today announced the availability of its MyGenome application for the iPad, available for download on the App Store(SM) for 69 pence (99 cents). Illumina’s MyGenome app empowers users to explore a real human genome and view reports about important genetic variations through a simple, intuitive, and educational interface for genetic data exploration and…