Speechmatics and Prosodica partner to create better caller experiences using any-context speech recognition
Speechmatics, a UK leader in any-context speech recognition technology, and Prosodica, a provider of innovative voice and audio analysis technology and subsidiary of Vail Systems, have announced their partnership to deliver better caller experiences to enhance customer care and improve customer experiences.
New insights into lithium-ion battery failure mechanism
Researchers have identified a potential new degradation mechanism for electric vehicle batteries – a key step to designing effective methods to improve battery lifespan.
Wireless device makes clean fuel from sunlight, CO2 and water
Researchers have developed a standalone device that converts sunlight, carbon dioxide and water into a carbon-neutral fuel, without requiring any additional components or electricity.
EEN virtual workshop on funding pathways features Silicon Valley Bank
Join Enterprise Europe Network and Flavia Richardson, VP in the Early Stage Practice at Silicon Valley Bank, for a virtual workshop next month on funding pathways for early and growth-stage companies.
EACH gives away free children’s books every week of the summer holidays
East Anglia’s Children’s Hospices (EACH) shops have been offering one free book per child each week of the summer holidays.
Cambridge Sensotec presents the perfect Rapidox gas analyser companion
The Rapidox 2112 Multiplex is an ideal companion for any of the Rapidox range of gas analysers from Cambridge Sensotec.
For the first time, astronomers watched a space rock turn into a comet…
Just like the mythical half-human, half-horse creatures we learnt about during our childhood, centaurs in our solar system are also known as half-asteroid, half comet formations. Also known as P/2019 LD2, this hybrid was found by astronomers using the ATLAS telescope - as they watched it morph from one type of space rock to the other, something that has never been recorded...
IWM Duxford and The Fighter Collection announce relocation of Flying Legends Air Show
After a long and successful partnership of some 30 years, IWM Duxford and The Fighter Collection (TFC) are announcing today that the Flying Legends air show will no longer be taking place at Duxford.
UK adults purchased up to 21m new digital devices during lockdown in desire to stay connected
One in five UK adults (21%) – the equivalent of 10.3 million consumers - purchased at least one new digital device as a result of spending more time at home because of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to Deloitte’s Digital Consumer Trends 2020 report. In total, up to 21.2 million digital devices were purchased during the first two months of the lockdown period, including two million printers and…
Employer rights in the pandemic
As lockdown measures ease and offices reopen, employees are being asked to return to work. But what rights does an employer have if a member of staff refuses to do so, for whatever reason? Employment law specialist Gemma Hill, a senior solicitor at law firm Hewitsons, discusses the issues.
Cambridge spin-out Sorex Sensors completes £900k funding round
University of Cambridge spin-out company Sorex Sensors has raised £900,000 to fund further development of its novel sensor technology. Investors include Cambridge Enterprise, which matched funds raised by a set of Cambridge- and London-based investors, including the Cambridge Angels, SyndicateRoom, and Camvision.
AVEVA secures $5bn transformative acquisition of prized US software asset
AVEVA, a global leader in industrial software, and OSIsoft, a global leader in real-time industrial data software and services, have announced an agreement for AVEVA to acquire OSIsoft for $5 billion.
Why businesses should adopt a culture that uses the core practices of coaching and mentoring
accentuare's latest blog explores the value of adopting coaching and mentoring across all areas of your organisation.
Article looks at ways to transition from the pandemic
Professor Sunita Sah of Cambridge Judge Business School suggests 10 considerations to engage people and communities in the transition phase from government measures to combat COVID-19.
Nominations for the MRC Millennium Medal 2020 are now open
The Medical Research Council (MRC) has announced the launch of the Millennium Medal 2020, the MRC’s most prestigious award that is presented annually to an exceptional researcher who has made a major contribution towards the MRC’s mission to improve health, quality of life and wealth creation.
Open Cambridge: a fix for all culture lovers
Mummies, medicinal roses, dodos, and unusual treasures: next month’s Open Cambridge heritage weekend is not short of a few surprises for those looking to get their cultural fix.
Executive MBA Apprenticeship recruiting for November 2020
The Executive MBA Apprenticeship is an unique new qualification designed to equip modern executives with a rich, versatile skills set, which will enable them to manage the complex social, cultural, technical and organisational issues that arise in contemporary business markets and environments.
Deadlines loom for prestigious business competitions
Cambridge companies keen to raise their profile should consider entering prestigious business award competitions, the deadlines for which are fast approaching.
Cambridge Index falls 2.2%
The Cambridge Index declined 520.7 points or 2.2% to close at 22780.3, as six of the top ten Index heavyweights posted weekly losses to their share prices.
Space-age laundry service launches in Cambridge
Cambridge residents are to benefit from the launch of an eco-friendly, space-age laundry and dry-cleaning service.
Why marathon transplant is a milestone moment
This month marks a year since Stephen Cooper became the 100th patient to have a multi-visceral transplant at Addenbrooke’s, Cambridge - the only hospital in the UK to undertake such complicated operations on adults.
Tame your computer - with mighty macros
In her regular series for Cambridge Network members - now in its 15th year - software training expert Karen Roem offers handy tips to help you 'Tame your computer'. This week she describes how to open several workbooks with a single click (Microsoft Excel).
New study looks at growth theory
A new study co-authored by Professor Yasemin Kor of Cambridge Judge Business School takes a broader look at how multinational enterprises grow profitably over time.
Contract awarded to build Soham station
Network Rail has awarded the contract to build Soham’s new railway station to J Murphy & Sons Ltd.
Cambridge takes major role in initiative to help solve UK ‘productivity puzzle’
The University of Cambridge is to be a key partner in a new national effort to boost British productivity, bringing together expertise to tackle questions of job creation, sustainability and wellbeing, as the UK looks to its post-pandemic future.