Sally is singled out for teaching excellence
An Anglia Ruskin University lecturer has been made a National Teaching Fellow (NTF) by the Higher Education Academy (HEA) – the third time in four years such an honour has been bestowed on one of the university’s teaching staff.
Otters learn from others to get to their food
Otters in social groups learn from their peers to solve tasks, according to new research published in the journal Royal Society Open Science.
Top British entry sets off for World Solar Challenge 2017
With the Bridgestone World Solar Challenge (BWSC) drawing closer, Cambridge University Eco Racing (CUER) has embarked on the first stage leading up to one of the greatest automotive challenges in the world.
Fraud is still on the rise: here’s what you need to know to manage attacks
At this time of year, many organisations have adjusted their business strategies to adapt to the constantly evolving fraud. Sean Neary, Featurespace’s Subject Matter Expert in Financial Services, recaps his fraud predictions from earlier this year and shares how to plan ahead for the rest of 2017.
Watermill Accounting hosts free workshop for entrepreneurs next month
Startups and SMEs are invited to a free accounting and finance workshop hosted by Watermill Accounting on 27th September at 10am to 12 noon at the Future Business Centre, Cambridge. Delegates will learn about R&D tax credits, profit and loss/balance sheets, ltd vs sole trader status, pensions, VAT and more.
Sign up now for Prospect Research's annual quiz in aid of EACH
Prospect Research is proud to announce that its Annual Charity Quiz, which raises money for East Anglia’s Children’s Hospices (EACH), will be taking place at Emmanuel College on Friday 13th October.
Magna makes strategic investment in solid-state LiDAR developer Innoviz
Magna has recently made a strategic investment to expand its existing collaboration with Innoviz Technologies Ltd., a pioneer in solid-state LiDAR technology. Magna started collaborating with Innoviz in December 2016.
Cambridge ready to lead UK’s industrial renaissance
With the official launch of the next stage in the Government’s Life Sciences Industrial Strategy, Cambridge can have a key role to deliver jobs, growth and investment for the East of England.
Darktrace joins UK Prime Minister in Japan trade mission
Darktrace joins a business delegation as it begins a three-day tour with the Prime Minister, starting in Tokyo.
Quantum computing event explores the implications for business
Quantum computing will break the cryptographic tools and standards that currently protect us from cyber threats. This applies to commerce, industry and government alike, and is such that all need to take action now.
The Centre for Computing History announces partnership with Citrix
The Centre for Computing History has joined forces with multinational tech company Citrix to bring more STEM learning activities to even greater numbers of children.
NW Brown offers advice on school fees planning
This week William Lynne of NW Brown looks at school fees planning.
Local charity attempts virtual walk from Land’s End to John O’ Groats
Headway Cambridgeshire supports people who have suffered brain injuries to cope with their changed circumstances and fulfil their potential. Part of this rehabilitation is physical therapy which takes place in its hub gyms under the supervision of trained instructors.
What motivates a firm to manipulate earnings?
A strong CEO and an increase in institutional shareholding both play a role in the likelihood of earnings manipulation, linked to beating analyst forecasts, says a study co-authored at Cambridge Judge Business School.
IT Governance to exhibit at the GDPR Summit in London
IT Governance, the leading provider of data protection and information security expertise, is pleased to announce it will be exhibiting at the GDPR Summit in London this October.
Met Office media management is a breeze with Third Light
Ross Middleham, Content Production Lead, explains how Third Light's media library technology helps The Met Office communicate vital information on a global scale, as it collects and makes sense of massive amounts of data every day, using cutting-edge technology for the benefit of mankind - and our planet.
New oxygen analyzer targets combustion efficiency in boilers
Michell Instruments has announced the launch of the XZR250 oxygen analyzer for monitoring combustion control in industrial boilers. It was developed to meet customer demand for a cost-effective, easy to operate instrument with a probe designed to cope with the high temperatures in the flue.
Community mural adds a fresh burst of colour to Green End Road
A colourful new community mural painted by local artists on a side wall of the Co-operative store on the corner of Green End Road and Milton Road, Cambridge, has recently been completed and is now being enjoyed by the public.
Lab Innovations continues its successful partnership with the Royal Society of Chemistry
Lab Innovations – the UK’s only dedicated showcase for laboratory, analytical and biotech equipment – returns to the NEC, Birmingham, for its sixth consecutive year on 1st and 2nd November 2017. With the largest gathering of laboratory suppliers in the UK, this free-to-attend show has lots on offer for professionals across a wide range of sectors, from pharmaceuticals to food and drink.
Aurelius and University win Horizon 2020 grant to revolutionise lead-acid battery recycling
Aurelius Environmental, part of Aurelius Holdings, and Dr Vasant Kumar from the University of Cambridge Department of Materials Science and Metallurgy, have won a grant worth over 1.3 million Euros to develop a novel hydrometallurgical process.
New Strem Chemicals catalogue available as digital download
Due to a large increase in the amount of materials and chemicals and in the rise of the growing digital world, Strem Chemicals is offering an entirely digital catalogue for 2017-2019. Catalogue 26 is available to view and download directly from the Strem Inc website.
Pure teamwork helps get a house ready for a family supported by Anglia Care Trust
A team from Pure’s Ipswich office has spent a day volunteering with Anglia Care Trust, decorating a house in Ipswich ready for a family supported by the charity and in need of a permanent roof over their heads to move in.
Financing growth in innovative firms: have your say
UK start-ups and entrepreneurs are invited to have their say in the setting up of a new national investment fund for innovation.
Cambridge students battle to be named the masters of LEGO in new TV show
Cambridge University engineering students James Gard and Jamil Jami are competing in a new Channel 4 series to win the title of ‘LEGO Masters’.
Atkins Gregory employees will shine for Arthur Rank Hospice
Commercial and industrial cleaning company, Atkins Gregory are polishing up their skills in running, walking and baking in support of Arthur Rank Hospice...