Triple helix approach to agri-tech innovation underpins UK farming future
By delivering a ‘triple-helix’ model for innovation – which brings together industry, research and government – Agri-Tech East is helping to facilitate the rapid growth of the agri-tech sector. Priorities for future investment in agri-tech was the theme for its fifth annual REAP conference, held yesterday (Weds) in Cambridge.
Cambridge MP joins local school in going the extra mile!
Daniel Zeichner, Member of Parliament for Cambridge, will be joining staff and students at the Shirley Primary School tomorrow (Friday 9 November) to participate in a 15- minute run to support the MP Daily Mile Initiative, which aims to improve children's health and fitness.
Largest parasitic worm genetic study hatches novel treatment possibilities
The largest genomic study of parasitic worms to date has identified hundreds of thousands of new genes and predicted many new potential drug targets and drugs.
What makes a good employer?
Understanding what employers want, and what candidates need, comes second nature to the team at Ann Pettengell, but they’ve stopped to reflect – what does it really take to be a good employer?
St Mary’s School and Homerton College prepare the ground for ‘sport for all’ in Cambridge
Yesterday St Mary’s School, Cambridge and the University of Cambridge’s Homerton College jointly received planning permission to deliver their vision for sporting education through substantially regenerating the School’s sports ground, located on Long Road.
Hospital cultural day puts spotlight on Brexit
A hospital will take time out during its annual ‘Cultural Diversity Celebration Day’ tomorrow (Friday 9 November) to also focus on Brexit.
Expedeon AG signs supply and licence agreement with Quanterix Corporation
Expedeon’s proprietary immunoassay technology is to be incorporated into Quanterix’ Simoa Planar Immunoassay products.
Top-tier Chambers recognition for Cambridge law firm Stone King
Cambridge law firm Stone King LLP retains the highest possible ranking for its UK-wide education and charity teams, plus recognition across other practice areas.
Bullying ‘follows’ LGB people from school to work
New study finds bullying against minorities is more likely to persist over several years.
Disruption: a never-ending dilemma
The new century is characterised by ‘continual disruption’ affecting not just single firms but entire ecosystems, says an article co-authored by Professor Shahzad Ansari of Cambridge Judge in a forthcoming special issue of the Journal of Management Studies.
Jazz Festival brings funk and soul to Cambridge
The Brewin Dolphin Cambridge International Jazz Festival kicks off next Tuesday (13th November).
Studio 24 apprentice shortlisted for the DevelopHer Awards 2018
Studio 24’s apprentice Eva Westley has been shortlisted for the DevelopHer Awards.
Nationwide boosts East of England housing causes by £500,000
Community housing projects and charities are being urged to put their case forward as Nationwide - the UK’s biggest building society - makes £500,000 available to help make a difference to communities across the East of England.
Go Glass goes from strength to strength
2018 just keeps getting better and better for Go Glass, celebrating its 40th anniversary with the opening of a new Glass Design Studio on Cherry Hinton Road in Cambridge.
The global RFID industry according to IDTechEx: an $11 billion market in 2018
IDTechEx Research has just released its latest RFID report titled "RFID Forecasts, Players and Opportunities 2018-2028" which provides one of the most thorough and comprehensive industry assessments yet.
Dartboard and dinner plates help EACH achieve second consecutive record-breaking month
A children’s charity is calling for more volunteers to help maintain its eBay shop after it enjoyed its best-ever months in September and October.
Science is international, but what about scientific marketing?
Annette B from kdm talks this week about scientific marketing and how that translates all over the world. kdm is classed as an international marketing agency and can help you overcome these barriers.
Top tips for recruiting seasonal temps
With the Christmas countdown well and truly on, read top tips from HR Dept on recruiting seasonal temps!
CCTV footage released to bin bad driving
Two Councils have launched a safety campaign by releasing CCTV footage showing cars illegally driving along pavements to get around bin trucks as people try and collect residents’ bins.
System is another first in Trust’s cancer fight
Addenbrooke’s Hospital, which became the first in the country to get an advanced new £1.9m machine to treat cancer patients, has this week taken delivery of another.
EACH receives keys to new wheelchair accessible vehicle courtesy of £19.7k grant
East Anglia’s Children’s Hospices (EACH) has a new wheelchair accessible vehicle thanks to a grant from the Evelyn Trust.
Babel focuses on Diwali 2018 Festival of Lights
Diwali, the five-day Hindu festival of lights, is the most popular of all the festivals of South Asia. Although it is known predominantly as a Hindu festival, it is also celebrated by Jains, Sikhs and Newar Buddhists. Read Babel's blog and take its Diwali Quiz with your colleagues and friends.
Isosceles partners with Incubyte to provide growth mentoring
Isosceles Cambridge has partnered with Incubyte to provide Incubyte companies with growth mentoring and finance and accounting support.
Redgate Software chooses Brisbane over Sydney for new Australia base
Brisbane’s ongoing investment in digital innovation was endorsed with the announcement that the world’s leading Microsoft SQL Server tools vendor, Redgate Software, has opted to open its new Australia base in the city.
Sepsis success highlights Trust’s digital strengths
Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (CUH) has, for the second year running, ranked internationally among elite healthcare organisations in a survey to recognise best practices through the adoption, implementation and use of information technology.