Avacta develops SARS-COV-2 neutralising Affimer reagents with therapeutic potential for COVID-19
Avacta Group plc, the developer of Affimer® biotherapeutics and reagents, is pleased to announce that several of the Affimer reagents recently generated for development of a point-of-care COVID-19 antigen saliva test have now also been shown to block the interaction between the virus’ spike protein and ACE2, a receptor on human cells that is key to the virus infection pathway1.
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A Cambridge blueprint of character
Last night, the event professionals behind some of Cambridge’s brilliant blue installations returned to illuminate the city’s more characteristic landmarks as part of the global #makeitblue campaign.
UKRI supports pupils to engage with cutting-edge science online during school closures
UK Research and Innovation is providing funding for I’m a Scientist, Stay at Home!, a unique online platform enabling school students to engage with STEM research during the school closures. The project aims to reach 150,000 school students in over 1,200 schools and involve over 1,000 researchers across the UK.
Call supports innovative citizen science approaches across the research spectrum
A new call launched by UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) this week will support the expansion of citizen science approaches into new disciplines, involving more members of the public in the creation of knowledge that will transform society.
Breedr’s virtual supply chain ensures meat quality, supply and supports net zero targets
A virtual value-chain for livestock production that ensures quality and supply has been developed by Breedr and has the support of the National Farmers Union, major livestock producers, processors and leading supermarkets.
Health Enterprise East launches Innovation Grant funding for SMEs
MedTech NAVIGATOR, the development programme from leading NHS medical technology hub Health Enterprise East (HEE), has launched its Innovation Grants as the latest offering to support SMEs.
Birketts launches ‘no offer, no fee’ scheme for people looking to sell their homes during the coronavirus pandemic
Birketts solicitors have announced a ‘no offer, no fee’ scheme for people looking to sell their homes during the coronavirus pandemic.
Education sector turns to AI to defend millions of students’ data and research as they learn remotely
Darktrace, the world’s leading cyber AI company, has announced that more education institutions around the world are using Darktrace’s cyber AI technology to safeguard systems, student data and sensitive research from cyber-attackers as they rapidly transition to remote learning.
Meteor builds upon Epson success with support for two new PrecisionCore printheads
Meteor Inkjet Ltd, leading supplier of electronics, software, tools and services for industrial inkjet, further expands its product portfolio by offering solutions for Epson’s new S1600 and S800 PrecisionCore printheads. These heads join the previously launched S3200, first offered to industrial inkjet print system builders in 2019.
Professor Dame Ottoline Leyser appointed as new Chief Executive of UKRI
Professor Dame Ottoline Leyser DBE FRS, the distinguished plant scientist and Director of the Sainsbury Laboratory at the University of Cambridge, has been named as the new Chief Executive of UK Research and Innovation (UKRI), the national funding agency investing in science and research in the UK.
Tackling COVID-19: Dr Sander van der Linden
“The psychology of pandemics was not on my research agenda, but I can tell you one thing: it is now,” says Dr Sander van der Linden. As an expert in psychological and behavioural science, his research has - until recently - been focused on societal risks like climate change and misinformation. Suddenly he has a lot to contribute to the pandemic response.
Five questions to ask when developing an inhalation device
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Reopening your workplace and staying safe
Returning to the workplace is presenting many concerns for both individuals and organisations.
10to8 uses anonymised data to explain how businesses are rebounding after the COVID crash
10to8 has dived into its data to see the real day-to-day impact of the COVID Crash. By analysing real booking data, 10to8 has identified the relative performance of businesses across sectors and countries in response to the COVID crisis.
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.