New research on brain structure highlights cells linked to Alzheimer's and autism
New insights into the architecture of the brain have been revealed by scientists at the Wellcome Sanger Institute, the Wellcome-MRC Cambridge Stem Cell Institute and their collaborators. The researchers discovered that cells in the cerebral cortex of mice, called astrocytes, are more diverse than previously thought, with distinct layers of astrocytes across the cerebral cortex that provide the…
Bango final results show profit and growth
Bango (AIM: BGO), the mobile commerce company, today announces its Final Results for the year ended 31 December 2019.
Sepura strengthens Southern European sales team
Sepura has hired Victor Rodrigues as Strategic Account Director for Southern Europe, confirming the company’s ambition to continue growing business in the region.
Cambridge sees a 35% increase in VC investment in 2019 as Healx and BenevolentAI join Tech Nation’s Future Fifty 8.0 programme
The annual Tech Nation Report today reveals key stats on the UK’s booming tech industry.
Report provides 'Methodology for quantifying the benefits of offsite construction'
CIRIA - the construction industry research and information association - and the Laing O’Rourke Centre for Construction Engineering and Technology, University of Cambridge, are pleased to announce the launch of a new guidance report entitled 'Methodology for quantifying the benefits of offsite construction' (C792).
Cambridge Index sinks 18.4%
The Cambridge Index tanked 4463.8 points or 18.4% to close at 19854.4, after the World Health Organization declared the coronavirus outbreak as a pandemic.
Babel Cultural Newsletter: Ireland
Each month Babel offers free briefings and expert advice for working with different cultures to its clients, learners and friends in the industry. This month the focus is on Ireland which coincides with 'St Patrick's Day' today (17th March). Don't forget to enter the quiz for a prize!
TTP plc, NHS Highland and The University of the Highlands and Islands to partner on atrial fibrillation clinical data collection and analysis project
TTP plc (TTP), a leading independent technology and product development company, announced it has established a partnership with NHS Highland and The University of the Highlands and Islands, to use clinical data interpretation and machine learning algorithms to predict which patients with atrial fibrillation (AF) are able to be successfully treated using electrical cardioversion (ECV).
Cambridge lawyers show generous support for local art charity
A Cambridge-based arts charity is set for a financial boost thanks to a year of fundraising by colleagues at a local law firm.
Network members learn how to get things done
Are you swamped by the demands of your daily life? Do you wish you could do more in less time with less stress?
How to livestream - Cambridge TV Training on open broadcast software
Are you looking to livestream? Cambridge TV Training shows you how for free in this latest tutorial, through its new YouTube channel called Cambridge Video Creators.
Hewitsons LLP contributes to The Gambling Commission consultation on society lottery reforms
Whilst the terms “gambling” and “lottery” may make many feel uneasy as they picture groups of men in casinos with stacks of coins surrounding them, the reality could not be any more different.
Tame your computer - formulas for success
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 find and select all formulas (Microsoft Excel)...
Coronavirus COVID-19 and the pharma supply chain
With panic buying of face masks and no hand sanitiser on chemists’ shelves, there is no doubt that the latest COVID-19 outbreak is having a global effect. Schools are closing, conferences and sporting events are being cancelled… it is a big deal. But for pharma companies worldwide, the effects of this medical emergency are going to be both complex and unpredictable, says Biocair in its latest…
The Cambridge launches new Holiday Let mortgage products
The Cambridge has launched new Holiday Let mortgage products available to the whole of market, benefiting customers across England and Wales looking to enhance their property portfolios.
World’s first artificial pancreas app licensed for people with type 1 diabetes in UK
The world’s first licensed, downloadable artificial pancreas app for people with type 1 diabetes has been launched, based on over a decade of research by Professor Roman Hovorka at the University of Cambridge and Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
Cambridge creates new Professorship in education and mental health
The University of Cambridge is creating a new Professorship in education and mental health, to further strengthen a growing research programme aimed at improving the wellbeing, and associated life chances, of children and young adults.
Building projects and coronavirus
Hewitsons is founder member of an international group of law firms, LawExchange International and discussions with members of the Construction Law teams of those firms have resulted in a number of thoughts about what needs to be considered in regard to how the coronavirus (COVID-19) could impact the construction industry.
Can AI help farmers mitigate the impact of weather?
New global land use mapping, jet stream-led forecasting and novel agricultural insurance to off-set price volatility will be discussed at the Agri-TechE event ‘De-risking Agriculture Through Weather-Tech’.
Business podcast explores the state of tech in East Anglia
The latest episode of Scaling, Failing & Prevailing talks to Tim Robinson, COO of Tech East.
Always ask
The old saying has it that, "If you don't ask, you don't get", and, writes Simon Hall, here's an example of how asking shows the very spirit you need to succeed... and can bring great results.
How the Raspberry Pi Foundation is responding to the novel coronavirus
Philip Colligan, CEO of the Raspberry Pi Foundation, shares an update on how the Raspberry Pi Foundation is responding to the novel coronavirus and what it means for its work to support people all over the planet to change their world through technology.
Birketts’ Senior Conveyancing Executive nominated for National Paralegal award for second consecutive year
Top 100 law firm Birketts’ Senior Conveyancing Executive Kelvin Cooper has been nominated as a finalist for the title of Best Conveyancing Paralegal at the National Paralegal Awards for the second year running. Kelvin has also been asked to join the advisory board for the eastern region.
The March 2020 Budget through an agricultural lens
On 11th March the Chancellor carried the famous red briefcase from 11 Downing Street to the Houses of Parliament and delivered the UK’s first budget since October 2018. The budget contains a number of notable items from an agricultural perspective.
Cambridge Science Festival cancels remainder of its scheduled programme
Cambridge Science Festival, which is run by the University of Cambridge and attracts thousands of visitors from across the region and nationally, has issued an official statement: