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Huge £114million research investment announced for Cambridge
Cambridge is set to get a huge £114m from the Government to make world-first medical breakthroughs, as part of a record package of research funding announced today by Health Secretary Jeremy Hunt.
Gaia results revealed – first data release from the most detailed map ever made of the sky
The first results from the Gaia satellite, which is completing an unprecedented census of more than one billion stars in the Milky Way, have been released to astronomers and the public.
Last call for teams - Cambridge biz charity 5-a-side tournament in aid of Street Child United
Last call for teams! Calling all footballers in Cambridge companies! "Suits in Boots" sees the Cambridge business community take to the football field in support of street children across the globe. Founding host La Playa is seeking teams from Cambridge firms to join the “World Cup” 5-a-side tournament to support Street Child United. Men’s and women’s teams welcome.
Collaboration accelerates single cell genomics research
TTP Labtech Ltd, a global leader in the design and development of automated instrumentation and consumables for life science applications, and the University of California San Diego (UC San Diego), have announced that their collaboration has resulted in a new workflow for single cell sequencing, which reduces the cost of sample preparation by 90%.
Former Olympic Delivery Authority Chairman visits Alconbury and Peterborough
The President of the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) and former Chairman of the Olympic Delivery Authority, Sir John Armitt visited Greater Peterborough University Technical College last week. He met with students to explain the many opportunities available in a civil engineering career.
EU-US Privacy Shield – one month on
Not so long ago...in October 2015, the European Court of Justice held that the Safe Harbour framework (which had facilitated data transfers for the last 15 years) was contrary to EU privacy law. Consequently, Safe Harbour can no longer be relied upon to ensure the safe transfer of personal data from the EU to the US, warns Razia Begum of Taylor Vinters.
Corvus Device Limited joins Cambridge Network
Corvus Device Limited specialises in consultancy to those navigating their way with drug delivery devices and combination products.
Boost for life sciences as next phase of Cambridge Biomedical Campus gets planning approval
Over 3,500 new jobs will be created and 75,000 sqm of research and development and clinical space will be delivered at the Cambridge Biomedical Campus after proposals from joint developers Liberty Property Trust and Countryside were approved by Cambridge City Council.
IT Governance launches partnership programme to extend offer of cyber security solutions
IT Governance, the global provider of cyber security management expertise, is pleased to announce the launch of its new partnership programme to expand distribution of information and cyber security solutions to organisations worldwide.
The real ticking time bomb in our schools
Tricia Kelleher, principal of the Stephen Perse Foundation, argues we should be focusing on teacher recruitment and retention, rather than grammar schools.
Points of View: Bankers Investment Trust
This week Oliver Phillips of NW Brown focuses on Bankers, an £830m investment trust that aims to maximise capital growth and income in excess of inflation (RPI) by investing in a diversified portfolio of global equities.
Redgate plans Open House evening
OTB Events are partnering with Redgate Software to host the first ever Redgate Open House evening. Come along to find out more about Redgate and what their development teams have been up to so far this year.
Ashtons Legal appoints new Associates
Ashtons Legal is delighted to announce the appointment of eight new Associates from within the firm.
Cambridge Network peer groups underline importance of learning from like-minded people
Peer groups organised by Cambridge Network's Learning Collaboration are going from strength to strength, as local businesses discover the value of learning with and from like-minded people. Their success highlights the continuing growth and dynamism of the Cambridge cluster, with companies increasingly investing in learning & development to help people reach their full potential.
Cambridge Music Festival injects the city with world class music
Cambridge will punch above its musical weight once again this November, when the Cambridge Music Festival (CMF) fills the air with an extraordinary range of classical and contemporary music heavyweights. The box office is open now.
Cambridge Regional College student wins Gold at Paralympics
GB paracyclist Louis Rolfe powered his way to a new world record in Rio, winning gold in the team sprint with partners Jody Cullen and Jon-Allan Butterworth.
East Anglia’s ‘Best Employers’ to be crowned at innovative workplace culture conference
The Best Employers Eastern Region 2016 Awards conference will take place on Thursday 6 October at Hengrave Hall in Bury St Edmunds, celebrating the region’s best places to work and featuring guest speakers from high profile organisations discussing leadership, culture and its impact on business performance.
CTBO appoints Technical Director
CTBO is delighted to announce the appointment of Paul Watson as Technical Director.
Isn't it time you learned something new?
Autumn is the time to energise yourself and boost your career by learning something new. Look into the forthcoming courses from Cambridge Network's Learning Collaboration to see what grabs your interest.
Stansted Airport records busiest month for nine years
London Stansted Airport welcomed 2.5 million passengers during August, its busiest month for nine years.
Cambridge Index declines 1.8%
The Cambridge Index fell 1.8% or 432.1 points to close at 22,924.8, as index heavyweights such as Johnson Matthey, DS Smith and Greene King posted weekly losses.
Workshops offer insight for jobseekers at Recruitment Event this Friday
Jobseekers have a unique opportunity to talk to more than 20 local employers - to find out what they're looking for and how you might fit into their teams - at Cambridge Network's special Recruitment Event this Friday (September 16th).
Cambridge Live takes over the e-Luminate Cambridge Festival
Cambridge Live announced at its Annual General Meeting on Friday that it is taking over the running of the spectacular e-Luminate Cambridge Festival, ensuring an even brighter future for the city-wide event.
Ten millionth Raspberry Pi - and a new kit
A blog posted by Raspberry Pi founder Eben Upton celebrates 10 million sales of the mini computer, and announces the launch of the official Raspberry Pi Starter Kit.
The secrets of effective sales leadership
Sales leadership is not the same as sales management, says Dr Javier Marcos, Senior Faculty in Management Practice and Director of Executive Education Custom Programmes at Cambridge Judge Business School.