Proper fit of face masks is more important than material, study suggests
A team of researchers studying the effectiveness of different types of face masks has found that in order to provide the best protection against COVID-19, the fit of a mask is as important, or more important, than the material it is made of.
Combined Authority sets up ‘A141 Community’ for road users
People with an interest in how the A141 road is to be improved will get a platform for their views on possible options when Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Combined Authority launches its 'A141 – Have Your Say!' microsite later this month.
£340m Budget boost for Chancellor proposed through Enterprise Investment Scheme
The Enterprise Investment Scheme Association (EISA) is presenting the opportunity for the Chancellor to attract £340m from private investors to support the country’s growing businesses by making some changes to the EIS (Enterprise Investment Scheme) terms in the coming Budget.
Award-winning photographers to give ARU lecture
Two world-renowned photographers will speak at a free online lecture being put on by Anglia Ruskin University’s Cambridge School of Art.
Second breakthrough in Covid RECOVERY
A UK study involving Addenbrooke’s patients has found that a drug used to treat arthritis reduces the chances of severely ill patients dying from Covid-19.
The Rainwater Charitable Foundation announces partnership with Alborada Drug Discovery Institute
The Rainwater Charitable Foundation (RCF), one of the largest independent funders of neurodegenerative disease research, today announced that it has entered into a strategic collaborative partnership with the ALBORADA Drug Discovery Institute (ADDI) funded by Alzheimer’s Research UK (ARUK) at the University of Cambridge.
Stellar panel of judges lines up for 'Future Workplace' competition
A few weeks ago, the Cambridge Independent invited all children aged 7-18 years old to enter 'Design the future workplace' competition. There has been a huge amount of positive feedback and interest, with many schools having already submitted entries.
Cambridge Ahead announces three new board members
Cambridge Ahead, the business and academic member organisation which promotes sustainable growth and quality of life, has welcomed three new members to its Operational Board.
BroadbandUK speed test performance January 2021
BroadbandUK's broadband speed test showed further solid growth in January 2021, running 192,457 speed tests in the month, putting the number of tests projected to be run this year at over 2.3 million.
Domino Printing celebrates National Apprenticeship Week
A Cambridge company is marking this year’s National Apprenticeship Week this week (8th-14thFebruary), by paying tribute to its Apprentices.
The macroeconomic factors affecting our supply chain
As the Coronavirus wreaks economic turmoil around the world, modern supply chains face unprecedented stress and are drawing an increased level of scrutiny.
Applying design thinking to developing a sustainable coaching culture
Level Seven suggests a conceptual model for applying design thinking to develop a coaching culture.
ThoughtRiver unveils Contract Acceleration Platform to help lawyers contract faster and with less risk
ThoughtRiver, the first mover and market leader in pre-signature contract review, today launches its Contract Acceleration Platform (CAP). ThoughtRiver’s CAP enables in-house legal teams and the law firms serving them to contract faster, with less risk.
ABW & Agile working - the new normal
Design Cambridge Interiors talks about our future work liife and the need for new methods.
Council clarifies Park Street car park telecommunications issue
The construction and delivery phase of the project to redevelop Cambridge City Council’s Park Street car park site has been delayed, following an unexpected announcement by the appointed contractor of their withdrawal from the scheme.
Residents urged to share views on new Affordable Homes and Build to Rent policies
Cambridge City Council and and South Cambridgeshire District Council are consulting on three new housing policies, and councillors are urging local residents to take part.
Function identified of ‘mystery protein’ that kills healthy brain cells of people with Parkinson’s
Scientists have made a ‘vital step’ towards understanding the origins of Parkinson’s disease – the fastest growing neurological condition in the world.
CW and Huawei launch the first private 5G testbed in Cambridge Science Park for innovation
CW (Cambridge Wireless), an international community for companies involved in the research, development and application of wireless technologies, and the global technology leader Huawei, have announced the launch of the first 5G mobile private network located within the Cambridge Science Park.
Why domestic abuse victims are offered 10 days’ paid leave
Social mobility charity Villiers Park Educational Trust, based in Foxton, is one of a small but growing number of employers to offer paid leave to victims of domestic abuse.
CDP completes pilot manufacture of Point of Care diagnostic readers for rapid COVID-19 testing
CDP’s partner QuantuMDx has now embarked on an £11 million scale-up to mass manufacture of their Q-POC™ device.
Electronics design for a wearable connected blood pressure monitor
Team Consulting worked with Aktiia to re-design the electronics of their blood pressure monitor and help them meet trial deadlines and start manufacture.
It’s all gold! Conscious Communications awarded prestigious accolade by Investors in People
Conscious Communications, a Cambridge-based public relations and marketing agency, has been accredited the coveted Gold status by Investors in People, the UK’s leading accreditor for business improvement through people management in the UK.
Investment round for Cambridge quantum computing company
Taylor Wessing has advised Cambridge Innovation Capital, Amadeus Capital Partners, Parkwalk and the University of Cambridge on their participation in the $20m fundraise by innovative quantum computing company Riverlane. The investment was made as part of a round led by Draper Esprit. Riverlane's software transforms quantum computers from experimental technology into commercial products. The…
Expanding Leasehold Enfranchisement Team goes from strength to strength
Birketts is welcoming a new Associate to its Leasehold Enfranchisement practice as the team continues to expand to meet growing client demand.
How the pandemic has affected relationships and what this means for work
From moving in together at warp speed to saying farewell after too much time together in #lockdown, the pandemic has impacted relationships in a big way. What does this mean for employees and those who manage them? Find out in the HR Dept's latest blog.