Book free event and meeting room space at Allia Future Business Centre throughout August 2017
To show off its inspiring buildings, Allia Future Business Centre is offering free event and meeting room space throughout the whole of August 2017, so for your next event or meeting choose a building that makes an impact.
Cambridge becomes global hub for improving care of head injured patients
A new research group focused on improving the care of patients with traumatic brain injury in low- and middle-income countries is to be established at the University of Cambridge. The University's Division of Neurosurgery and Addenbrooke’s Hospital has been funded with £1.78 million to establish the NIHR Global Health Research Group on Neurotrauma.
New KEEP+ programme open for SMEs to access funding and expertise
A £9.3million programme to unlock access to EU funding, University expertise and graduate talent is now available for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across the East and South East of England.
Sphere Fluidics and partners win InnovateUK grant to develop the world’s first desktop genome
Sphere Fluidics Limited and its partners have just won a £1 million grant to develop a novel automated single cell genome engineering platform.
BIG Summer BBQ benefits children's brain tumour charity
When Cambridge creatives and networkers get together this Friday (21st July) for the Creating Cambridge BIG Summer BBQ, they'll be raising valuable funds for children's brain tumour charity Anna’s Hope - 15% of the ticket price goes to the charity partner for this event.
4 signs you need social media help
It’s a regular misconception to believe anyone can run a social media page or create a Likes campaign for your company. The truth is, YES, anyone can. But can they do it successfully?
Lacklustre 2017 but stronger UK growth expected after next year – EY ITEM Club
UK growth will continue to struggle this year and next, as consumer spending feels the squeeze from rising inflation and muted earnings growth. However the economy’s medium term outlook is now looking stronger than it did three months ago, with the general election result increasing the likelihood of a more business friendly Brexit, says the latest EY ITEM Club Summer Forecast.
Tame your computer - colour your calendar
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 change the colour of public holidays in your calendar (Microsoft Outlook).
Cambridge Night Market returns to the city centre on Friday
Following the success of the first event held in May, Cambridge BID is delighted to announce that a second Summer Night Market will take place this Friday (21st July), in association with Cambridge City Council.
Big MoD Hercules contract boosts Marshall Aerospace group
Marshall's Aerospace and Defence Group has won a new Ministry of Defence (MoD) contract worth £110m, which will safeguard 330 jobs in Cambridge.
Corporate Tax expert joins Birketts
Birketts, the top 100 law firm, has appointed John Kahn as an Associate to further strengthen its Corporate Tax offering.
Panellists revealed for the Roar Festival Sporting Heroes event
Olympian Goldie Sayers will join stars of the motor racing world, Mark Blundell and Steve Parrish, and football legend Roy McFarland on the Cambridge Roar Festival Sporting Heroes Panel on 14 September at the Quy Mill Hotel and Spa.
Green Custard supports software solution for global business service organisation
Cambridge-based software consultancy Green Custard has supported its client Rakuten Fits Me to help develop a workwear fitting solution for well-known brand Rentokil Initial.
Eight19 secures £1.3m funding
Eight19, the world leader in energy harvesting solutions powered by flexible organic photovoltaics (OPV), is pleased to announce it has received a further £1.3m of investment.
The fine line of brand innovation
Every waking moment is full of things you never knew you needed, each with its own unique, compelling message.
Dr Norman Rosenthal leads SAD Equinox Seminar organised by Lumie & SAD Lightbox Company
Leading light therapy companies Lumie and The SAD Lightbox Company are joining forces to host a SAD Equinox Seminar with SAD guru Dr Norman Rosenthal in London on the autumnal equinox on Friday 22nd September.
Six surprising things Love Island can teach us about brand personality
Love Island is currently causing a stir across the nation, with more and more folk becoming hooked on the ITV2 show and its unmissable relationship drama. But what can brands learn from the programme? Beth Daniel, Sookio's Digital Marketing Assistant, explains all...
Deloitte opens new Cambridge office
Deloitte, the business advisory firm, has moved to a new office at One Station Square, Cambridge.
More than 10,000 people participate in research studies
Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust (CPFT) staff have made the biggest contribution to the success of recruiting people to dementia, mental health and neurology research studies in the East of England over the past three years.
The fibre composite market: a land of opportunities
It is easy to look at an industry like composites and quickly dismiss it as slow-moving and of no real interest to you or your company, but the chances are you would be wrong, says Dr Richard Collins, Technology Analyst at IDTechEx.
Common strength ‘genes’ identified for first time
Common genetic factors that influence muscle strength in humans have been identified for the first time in a study led by researchers from the University of Cambridge, just published in Nature Communications.
London Stansted sets new passenger record for June as cargo total hits all-time high
London Stansted welcomed over 2.3 million passengers to the airport during June this year, up 7.9% over the same month in 2016 and a new record for the month of June, surpassing the previous high set 11 years ago in 2006.
Navigating the new car industry
‘Massive and dramatic’ disruption of the auto industry presents issues for incumbent carmakers, says an article co-authored by experts from Cambridge Judge Business School and Jaguar Land Rover.
How to increase engagement on Facebook
Interactions, Impressions and Reach are all important statistics to keep an eye on - especially when you are advertising and seeking results from your Facebook activity.
2017 UK Technology Fast 50: have you nominated yet?
Don’t miss your chance to be crowned as one of the UK’s fastest growing Tech firms.