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Cambridge Biomedical Campus designated as a Life Sciences Opportunity Zone
The Cambridge Biomedical Campus (CBC), home to world leading hospitals, research and industry, has been named as one of the Government’s six new Life Sciences Opportunity Zones.
Adder recognised in 'The Sunday Times' HSBC International Track 200
Adder Technology, a global leader in connectivity solutions and high performance IP KVM, is a new 2020 entrant in The Sunday Times 11th annual HSBC International Track 200 league table.
PA Consulting announces record fee income of £500 million for 2019
PA Consulting, the consultancy that’s bringing ingenuity to life, announces Anchorrecord fee income of £500 million for 2019, a 10 per cent increase on 2018. PA’s clear purpose and strategy has put the firm on an accelerated growth path, delivering ahead-of-market performance. PA is now set to double the business in the next five years.
'Transformative' surgical robot begins first NHS procedures
CMR Surgical Ltd today announced the UK launch of its next-generation surgical robotic system, Versius®, which has been used to successfully perform minimal access surgery (MAS) on patients within the NHS.
Origins of immune system mapped, opening doors for new cancer immunotherapies
A first cell atlas of the human thymus gland could lead to new immune therapies to treat cancer and autoimmune diseases. Researchers from the Wellcome Sanger Institute, Newcastle University and Ghent University, Belgium, mapped thymus tissue through the human lifespan to understand how it develops and makes vital immune cells called T cells. In the future, this information could help researchers…
World-class energy research to drive a net zero future
As a step towards achieving the UK’s net-zero target, funding announced this week will enable engineers, social scientists and natural scientists to conduct vital research on global energy challenges and their implications for the UK.
Birketts advises Cambridgeshire County Council on acquisition of £28m Business Park in Cambridge
Top 100 law firm Birketts has advised Cambridgeshire County Council on its acquisition of Evolution Business Park in Cambridge.
Otter genome to help understand genetic legacy of pollution crisis and secure species’ future
One of Britain’s best-loved mammals is set to receive a boost with the sequencing and release of the first high-quality Eurasian otter genome by scientists at the Wellcome Sanger Institute, in partnership with the Cardiff University Otter Project.
The flaw in our app design
Julian Dixon, Director of Human Factors at Team Consulting, discusses what makes good and bad apps, drawing from his experience in user research.
How to lead in turbulent times
Brexit, Harry and Meghan, Iran… leadership expert Charles Towers-Clark teaches us how to handle tricky situations
Webcast any event from anywhere
WaveFX; says it is a different webcast production company "because we’re portable – all our kit can be carried on a plane or train allowing us to offer broadcast quality streaming including cameras, audio and crew without the daft high cost."
Tackling bullying and harassment in the workplace
In the latest survey into workplace bullying and harassment, more than half of those who had experienced bullying at work did not report it. Is the problem more widespread than suspected? The HR Dept helps you understand how to tackle this topic in your business.
MedTech business Inotec AMD secures £7m VC injection
Inotec AMD, a fast-growing medtech business that has developed a new device to heal complex chronic wounds, has secured £7m in a funding round led by Praetura Ventures.
CBI responds to details of new UK immigration system
The CBI has responded to the Government announcement setting out how the UK’s future immigration system will work.
Hewitsons’ HR Clubs invite new members
Law firm Hewitsons is inviting new members to join its free HR Clubs which provide HR professionals with a chance to network and keep abreast of current developments in personnel practice and employment law.
Redwood Bank offers new savings product on the Insignis Cash Platform
Redwood Bank has partnered with Insignis Cash Solutions and will offer savings deposit accounts to Insignis’ SME and charity clients through its Cash Platform.
XJTAG boundary scan delivers great ease-of-use
XJTAG 3.10 brings speed and simplicity to boundary scan testing.
Studio 24 is a finalist in the Better Society Awards
Studio 24 is delighted to be shortlisted in two categories for its work with the Cambridge Film Festival.
Cambridge leader in 3D holography crowned Best British Technology Pioneer
A deep tech software company with a base in Castle Park, Cambridge, has successfully fought off competition from hundreds of scaleups to be named Best British Technology Pioneer 2020.
New Economist Intelligence Unit report on global IoT market
The Economist Intelligence Unit has issued its latest report: "The IoT Business Index 2020: A Step Change in Adoption". Sponsored by Arm, this is one of the longest-running business studies into IoT, offering a rare global measure of IoT implementation.
ARU features strongly in nursing awards shortlist
Anglia Ruskin University (ARU) and three of its healthcare students have been named as finalists at the Student Nursing Times Awards 2020.
Stocks in Focus: Bankers Investment Trust
This week Alastair Macdougall of NW Brown Wealth Management looks at The Bankers Investment Trust. This Trust aims to provide investors with a globally diversified portfolio that will achieve capital growth in excess of the FTSE World Index, over the long-term, while providing annual dividend growth greater than inflation.
Six steps to quick innovation in engineering
Oliver Sowerby, Consultant Mechanical Engineer at Team Consulting, gives six steps to quick innovation in engineering to find a solution that saves both time and money.
Should I combine my pensions?
Sarah Austin, Independent Financial Adviser from Cambridge based Martin-Redman Partners, talks through things to consider when deciding whether to combine several pension plans, or not.