Business backs independent public inquiry into Business Board and Combined Authority
Increasingly concerns are being raised over the transparency of the governance arrangements of the Cambridge and Peterborough Combined Authority and the newly formed Business Board, which has been declared as the Local Enterprise Partnership covering the economic geographical area significantly larger than the existing Combined Authority Area.
Councils propose changes to some bin collection arrangements
Changes to some aspects of bin collections in Cambridge City and South Cambridgeshire are being proposed, which could cut morning rush-hour traffic on a key commuter route and generate savings to help fund frontline services that residents rely on.
Mitochondrial diseases could be treated with gene therapy, study suggests
Researchers have developed a genome-editing tool for the potential treatment of mitochondrial diseases: serious and often fatal conditions which affect one in 5,000 people.
Cambridge Festival of Ideas open for bookings
How should we tackle apocalyptic terrorism? What can mystical experiences during epileptic seizures teach us about empathy? What purpose do angels serve?
New research facility for neurodegenerative disorders opens in Cambridge
The Chemistry of Health building, a new facility dedicated to the use of chemical techniques to combat disease, in particular neurodegenerative disorders such as Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s diseases, has been officially opened in Cambridge.
Clinic leads worldwide hunt for rare cancer treatment
A Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust clinic has teamed up with experts in America in a race against time to find a treatment for one of the world’s rarest children’s cancers.
How's your musculoskeletal health?
Join Cambridge University Health Partners (CUHP) to learn about your musculoskeletal health and how to prevent and manage conditions such as arthritis.
GRS celebrates 1st birthday in Sweden
One year on and loving it! In September 2017, GRS established an office at Medicon Village in Lund, Sweden.
Scientists develop Star Trek-inspired diagnostic device
A Star Trek-inspired handheld device based on a silicon chip could help make rapid, sophisticated medical diagnostics more accessible to people around the world, scientists say.
Getting the best drone shots - Cambridge TV School shows you how
If you've got a drone, learn how to get the best shots from it through this one-day masterclass, out on location with Cambridge TV School.
Course helps you understand cultural differences
As technology shrinks the world, the ability to communicate effectively across borders is increasingly important. The challenges of working internationally are overcome more easily if there is an understanding of different cultures, which is why Cambridge Network's Learning Collaboration offers Intercultural Skills workshops.
Children and families spoilt for choice at this year’s Cambridge Festival of Ideas
Ever wondered what it’s like to live in the arctic or medieval times? How do you mix up words to create giants? Who exactly is the king with the bling?
Tame your computer - eliminate email excess
In her regular series for Cambridge Network members, software training expert Karen Roem offers handy tips to help you 'Tame your computer'. This week she explains how to manage interruptions by setting up specific notifications only (Microsoft Outlook)...
Azuri and Unilever partner to bring pay-as-you-go solar home lighting to millions off-grid
Azuri Technologies, a leading provider of pay-as-you-go solar home systems, and Unilever Kenya, the leading provider of consumer goods in Africa, today announce a partnership to bring solar home solutions to millions more off-grid homes across Kenya.
Stress and the daily commute
Is the employee who walks to work experiencing the same stresses as the one who deals with persistent train delays? Or the parent who leaves earlier to drop off their kids on the way, only to be faced with traffic jams and a double delay?
CMR Surgical wins 'Venture financing deal of the year' at Medtech Insight Awards
Europe’s largest medical device financing deal has been acknowledged by a panel of independent industry experts at prestigious ceremony in Philadelphia.
UK and US deepen ties in medical technology
Marking one year on from the UK signing a landmark Science and Technology Cooperation Agreement with the US, Science Minister Sam Gyimah has visited Boston, Houston and Washington DC to meet disruptive businesses, hear from innovators and announce a further research partnership in medical technology.
AB Sugar Head of Innovation Matthew White joins Frontier IP as Director of Commercialisation
Frontier IP Group, a specialist in commercialising university intellectual property, is delighted to announce that Matthew White, the Head of Innovation at AB Sugar, one of the world’s largest sugar producers and a wholly-owned subsidiary of AB Foods, has joined the Group as Director of Commercialisation, a non-board role.
Howard Group in the saddle for Bidwells’ annual Golden Triangle charity cycle challenge
More than 350 tired but elated cyclists rolled into Cambridge last Thursday afternoon to complete the now annual Bidwells Golden Triangle Bike Ride – a 100-mile charity cycle event from Oxford to Cambridge via Milton Keynes.
Award-winning wearable transforms the theme park experience
Breakthrough innovation specialist, Cambridge Consultants, has partnered with accesso Technology Group, to develop an award-winning smart wearable for theme park guests. The wrist-worn device, named accesso Prism, means visitors don’t need to carry cash or keys, or queue for attractions, while providing location information and updates on ride times.
Horizon Discovery Myeloid DNA Reference Standard supports genetic testing of leukemia
Horizon Discovery Group plc, a global leader in gene editing and gene modulation technologies, today announced the launch of its Myeloid DNA Reference Standard. It is the first-to-market large cell line-derived reference standard for myeloid blood cancers.
CyanConnode receives $2.9 million order for support contract for Indian smart metering
CyanConnode (AIM: CYAN), a world leader in narrowband radio frequency (RF) mesh networks, is pleased to announce the receipt of a $2.9 million purchase order for a five-year support and maintenance contract for an Omnimesh smart metering deployment by a State-Owned Utility in India.
We recycle plastic: millions of items correctly recycled but call to do even more
Cambridge and South Cambridgeshire residents already recycle plastic that’s equivalent to 256 million bottles a year, but some trays, pots or tubs still go into the black bin.
Windsor welcomes international staff in World Alzheimer’s Month
Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust's (CPFT's) Windsor Research Unit is leading ground-breaking studies into Alzheimer’s Disease, attracting talented health professionals worldwide, and helping patients and carers take part in research with care at the Trust.
UK leads the way in European ISO 27001 certification
The UK has seen a 34% growth rate in ISO 27001 certifications, according to data released in 2018 by ISO, a huge step forward for UK data protection according to IT Governance founder Alan Calder.