Hospital consultants elected to prestigious academy
Two consultants at Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust have been elected to a prestigious academic body. Dr Helen Firth and Professor Menna Clatworthy are among 50 of the UK’s most prominent biomedical and health scientists to be elected to the Academy of Medical Sciences Fellowship.
Consortium led by Riverlane awarded £7.6M grant
A consortium led by Cambridge-based quantum computing software developer Riverlane has been awarded a £7.6M grant from the government's Industrial Challenge Strategy Fund to deploy a highly innovative quantum operating system.
Cambridge IVF leads way to restart fertility services
Cambridge IVF has become one of the first clinics in the country to be given the green light to fully restart fertility services – to the huge relief of patients.
Bango signs three-year platform deal with leading global telecoms provider
Bango (AIM: BGO), the mobile commerce company, is pleased to announce that it has signed a significant, multi-year platform agreement with a major global telecoms provider.
First wave of Gigabit Broadband Voucher Scheme closes - but Rural Gigabit Vouchers still available
Gigabit Broadband Vouchers are helping hundreds of businesses and nearby homes in Cambridgeshire and Peterborough to install faster, more reliable connections – capable of up to 1000 Mbs.
The evolution of offices for the future
As many will be making their first steps back into the workplace today, COEL has given thought to the mixed emotions this may produce at all levels in an organisation. The way we work will evolve, but with thought and creativity this may broker benefits for all.
Opinion: Employers should cut hours not people during the pandemic
If the UK emulated short-time working programmes in countries like Germany, it would help mitigate the mental health as well as economic crises caused by the coronavirus, argue researchers from the Employment Dosage project.
Cambridge doctor’s ground-breaking app gives ventilated COVID-19 patients a voice
A ground-breaking new iPad app for ICU patients - trialled at Addenbrooke's Hospital, Cambridge - is transforming the experiences and wellbeing of critically ill COVID-19 patients in the intensive care unit (ICU).
Broadband speed test usage increases in pandemic
BroadbandUK had a record monthly number of visitors to its Broadband Speed Test site in March and April 2020.
The Cambridge appoints new Chief Financial Officer and Chief Commercial Officer
The Cambridge has announced the appointment of Richard Brockbank as Chief Financial Officer and Carole Charter as Chief Commercial Officer. Both Richard and Carole have also been appointed roles on the Society’s Board, which allows them to contribute to the overall strategy and future of The Cambridge.
Birketts advises construction giant on employee buyout
Birketts has advised McGee Trustee Limited in respect of the sale of 100 per cent of the McGee Group into an employee ownership trust (EOT) for the sole benefit of approximately 375 McGee Group employees.
Coffee linked to lower body fat in women
Women who drink two or three cups of coffee a day have been found to have lower total body and abdominal fat than those who drink less, according to a new study.
The Academy of Medical Sciences announces new Fellows for 2020
Six affiliates of the University of Cambridge are among 50 world-leading UK researchers who have been elected to the prestigious Fellowship of the Academy of Medical Sciences.
FAQ - Is the State Pension means-tested?
Sarah Austin, Independent Financial Adviser at Cambridge-based Martin-Redman Partners explains the State Pension, which most of us will receive, in more detail.
ARU role in examining wellbeing of ex-Service families
Anglia Ruskin University (ARU) is part of a UK-wide research partnership that will conduct a study examining the unique factors that affect psychological health and wellbeing among ex-Service families.
Connecting Cambridgeshire – helping to keep everyone connected
The Connecting Cambridgeshire digital connectivity programme, led by Cambridgeshire County Council, is working with businesses and communities across the county to keep everyone connected during the Covid-19 outbreak.
Coronavirus update - residential property market 'reopened'
In the latest change to the coronavirus regulations, the housing market in England has been ‘reopened’ by government today.
UK economy contracts 2% quarter-on-quarter in Q1 2020 amid increasing restrictions
The UK economy took a significant downward turn in March with record monthly GDP contraction of 5.8% month-on-month. GDP contracted 2% quarter-on-quarter in the first quarter, the largest decline since the fourth quarter of 2008.
Featurespace raises £30 million to drive growth
Featurespace, the leading provider of Adaptive Behavioral Analytics software for Enterprise Financial Crime prevention, has raised £30 million ($37.4 million) from a funding round led by Merian Chrysalis Investment Company Limited.
7 key steps to ensure your workspace is ready to re-integrate employees
Layrd Design is offering a free space planning consultation to all business owners requiring help to ensure their workspace is ready to re-integrate employees.
Online accelerator programme aims to fast-track resilience in times of disruption
The University of Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership Accelerator launches Innovators for Change - an eight-week online programme to accelerate innovation that builds resilience and pioneers change towards a more sustainable future.
Cambridge caterers work with volunteers to feed families during lockdown
Hundreds of prepared, nutritious meals have been delivered to residents in Melbourn and Meldreth, thanks to local chefs, independent businesses and hospitality partners, the Melbourn Coronavirus Community Response, and South Cambridgeshire District Council – and the Council is offering to support others to do the same.
Cambridge firm helps create emergency face visors for healthcare workers
In response to the national shortage of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), Cambridge Design Partnership is working on a project to create 1,000 face visors a day
Researchers track impact of lockdown on alcohol, gambling and pornography use
Is the lockdown leading us to drink more alcohol or spend more time gambling online or watching pornography? Researchers have launched a survey aimed at tracking how our habits have changed in response to our forced isolation.
Social media influencers could encourage adolescents to follow social distancing guidelines, say researchers
Public health bodies should consider incentivising social media influencers to encourage adolescents to follow social distancing guidelines, say researchers. Many adolescents are choosing to ignore the guidelines set out by governments during the COVID-19 pandemic, and peer-to-peer campaigns are likely to be more successful in changing attitudes.