Rare genetic disorders more complex than thought
Researchers have found that the genetic causes of rare neurodevelopmental disorders vary more than previously thought. The study from Wellcome Sanger Institute scientists and their collaborators discovered that serious rare disorders can be affected by combinations of common genetic variants, rather than solely individual rare variants that damage single genes.
'Brief Answers to the Big Questions' - a unique celebration of Stephen Hawking's final book
This October sees publication of the final book by Stephen Hawking: world-famous cosmologist, number one bestselling author of A Brief History of Time and one of the greatest minds of our time. An event to celebrate the publication, organised in conjunction with the Stephen Hawking Foundation, takes place in Cambridge on October 17th.
ExpedeonAG signs agreement with Reszon Diagnostics for proprietary colloidal gold technology
Expedeon AG announced that the company has signed a three year supply agreement for its colloidal gold with Malaysia-based Reszon Diagnostics International Sdn. Bhd. (part of Revongen Corporation), a developer and manufacturer of innovative in vitro diagnostics (IVD) rapid test kits, and ELISA kits.
Battery Ventures acquires TTP Labtech Limited
TTP Labtech Ltd, an international leader in the design and development of automated instrumentation and consumables for life science research is pleased to announce that investment from Battery Ventures has underpinned their aggressive growth plans.
Concirrus closes £5m funding round to service customer growth
Concirrus, the London based InsurTech company leading the Marine and Motor Analytics market change, has raised £5 million in equity funding, bringing the total raised to £12 million. The raise was co-led by Cambridge-based deep tech venture capital firm IQ Capital and specialist InsurTech investor Eos Venture Partners.
Downing College wins Best Customer Service at the BID Awards 2018
Downing College is delighted to announce that it haS been named the winner of the Cambridge BID ‘Best Customer Service’ award in the ‘University B&B’ category.
Lighthouse Advisory Partners features in Raconteur's special report on M&A
Lighthouse Advisory Partners is delighted to be able to contribute to Raconteur's special report on Mergers, Acquisitions and Exit Strategies, published in The Times.
Mobas enhances team with two new appointments
Leading brand transformation agency Mobas is delighted to be supporting ongoing growth with the appointments of Chris Duncan and Harriet Hunt in the digital and social media teams, based in Cambridge.
Social innovation through housing
Housing associations are now rediscovering their radical and ambitious roots to make a big difference, says Belinda Bell, Director of the Cambridge Social Ventures programme at Cambridge Judge.
Without safety, there is no future for autonomous driving
Arm is leading the charge for safety to accelerate mass-market autonomous driving.
Flexera acquires top multi-cloud management provider RightScale
Flexera announced it has acquired RightScale, the recognised industry leader in multi-cloud management and cost optimisation. This gives Flexera the top technology asset management offering across software, hardware, SaaS and cloud services.
The Cambridge makes the difference for First Time Buyers
As part of its commitment to making a difference The Cambridge Building Society today announces ambitious plans to focus on partnerships and initiatives to benefit people who need extra help with having a home of their own.
Cambridge to showcase local brain research at public event
Members of the public who are interested in research into brain-related conditions are invited to a free open evening from the National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) Cambridge Biomedical Research Centre (BRC) on Thursday 1 November.
400 places already snapped up for Arthur Rank Hospice Charity's 2018 Ely Festive 5K
Join hundreds of festive fun lovers and sign up now for Arthur Rank Hospice Charity's Seasonal 5K Fun Run through the picturesque City of Ely on Sunday 25 November.
Rural Spectator: The Agriculture Bill 2018 and its impact in the industry
The government’s long-awaited Agriculture Bill, which sets to train the biggest reform to the farming subsidy system for a generation, received its first reading on 12 September. But disappointingly, it fails to articulate a coherent food and farming policy for the post-Brexit United Kingdom, offering only a series of ambitions.
Introduction to China: all you want to know but were afraid to ask
There are more links between Cambridge and China now than ever. Are you aware? Come along to the Bradfield Centre for an evening with Tuspark and Cambridge Science Park on Wednesday 3 October.
Major London hospital uses ProtoCOL 3 to track spread of antibiotic resistant superbugs
Synbiosis, a long-established, expert manufacturer of automated microbiological systems, is pleased to announce its ProtoCOL 3 automated colony counter is being used at a major teaching hospital in London to accurately track the spread of Carbapenem-Resistant bacteria (CRB) superbugs.
Create compelling business videos using your smartphone
Cambridge TV is holding a one day masterclass on Wednesday 17 October to show you how to create strong video content - using a tool most people have: a smartphone.
PervasID receives £1.6 million investment to progress RFID technology
PervasID has completed a Series A investment and received an Innovate UK grant to progress RFID technology developed at the University of Cambridge.
Campaign for Female Education kicks off global celebration of a global cause
In 1993, the Campaign for Female Education (CAMFED) was founded with a mission to educate marginalised girls in rural and remote sub-Saharan Africa. What started with a bake sale to support 32 girls in Zimbabwe to go to school has grown into a movement which, 25 years later, has educated 2.6 million children, and launched young women across five countries into entrepreneurism and leadership roles.
Scientists reveal plan to target the cause of Alzheimer’s disease
Researchers have developed a new way to target the toxic particles that destroy healthy brain cells in Alzheimer’s disease.
Combined Authority launches bold, innovative and ambitious housing strategy
The Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Combined Authority Board has today (September 26) agreed a bold, innovative and ambitious housing strategy to help tackle the region’s housing needs.
Urine liquid biopsies could help monitor bladder cancer treatment
Scientists have shown for the first time that immune cells in the urine of bladder cancer patients accurately reflect those in the tumour environment, according to research* published today in the Journal of Experimental Medicine.
Cambridge BID announces winners of the sixth mystery shopping awards
Cambridge Business Improvement District (BID) held its sixth annual Awards evening last week to recognise and reward the highest levels of customer service among Cambridge businesses.
'My employee won’t work their notice period'
Whether or not you saw it coming, an employee leaving can present a problem for your business. But there are a few steps you can take to make your life a little easier should this happen. The latest HR Dept blog shows how to handle these potentially difficult situations.