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Poor transport could derail world-leading Cambridge tech corridor
The technology corridor that runs from Peterborough through Cambridge and Stansted to London beats Singapore for investment in hi-tech and Boston, US for new jobs – but lack of transport investment could derail its success, business leaders have warned, reports Business Weekly.
AstraZeneca collaborates with Inserm in type 2 diabetes and chronic kidney disease studies
AstraZeneca today announced a three-year research collaboration with the French National Institute of Health and Medical Research (Inserm) to investigate new therapeutic approaches to type 2 diabetes and Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD). The aim of the collaboration is to advance understanding of the biological mechanisms that underpin these conditions and develop new treatments based on this…
Cambridge MFin programme ranked second globally by 'Financial Times'
The Cambridge Master of Finance (MFin) degree programme at Cambridge Judge Business School was today ranked second in the Financial Times ranking of post-experience Master of Finance courses worldwide.
Making climate change a moral issue
The Scientific Alliance discusses Pope Francis's intervention on climate change.
Young Greens pilot sustainability project at Glastonbury Festival
The Young Greens are trialling a pilot at Glastonbury to transform public camping at the festival. A team of 100, comprised of Young Greens and permaculturalists, aim to create community led and sustainable villages which will have a minimal impact on the farm and leave no trace after the festival.
Advocate General of European Court of Justice comments on 'working time'
If you have employees who have no fixed place of work, but instead their home is regarded as their "base" (for example some sales people), a recent opinion given by the Advocate General (AG) of the European Court of Justice will be of interest to you, says Nick Hall of Hewitsons.
Lasers and accelerators symposium set to inspire, says Cockcroft scientist
From the deepest secrets of the universe to the latest applications in healthcare, materials and drug development, there will be something to interest everyone at the ‘Lasers & Accelerators for Science and Society’ symposium on 26th June 2015, and those not able to attend will have access via a webcast.
Cambridge academic recognised for bringing engineering to life
Dr Hugh Hunt, Reader in the Department of Engineering at the University of Cambridge, has been awarded the 2015 Royal Academy of Engineering Rooke Award for outstanding contributions to the public promotion of engineering.
China Southern joins Stansted’s cargo network
China Southern Cargo will become the latest major carrier to join Stansted Airport’s global cargo network when it begins a new service to Guangzhou tomorrow.
Lord Sainsbury awards Honorary Degrees 2015
Eight distinguished individuals were awarded Honorary Degrees yesterday (Thurs) by The Chancellor of the University of Cambridge, Lord Sainsbury.
MP highlights Cambridge skills crisis
A ‘skills crisis’ is damaging future prosperity in Cambridge – with employers having to turn to foreign workers to plug the skills gap, says MP Daniel Zeichner.
Anglia Ruskin illustrators sweep the board!
Anglia Ruskin University students have swept the board at the 30th anniversary of the Macmillan Prize for Illustration.
Lord Sainsbury opens Endomag’s Cambridge headquarters
The cancer healthcare company Endomag has officially opened its Cambridge headquarters after relocating to larger offices in the prestigious Jeffreys Building, St John’s Innovation Park, due to its rapid growth. Lord David Sainsbury of Turville, Chancellor of the University of Cambridge, was the guest of honour.
Computer tutor designed to help English language learners
Millions of English language tests are taken each year by non-native English speakers. Researchers at Cambridge’s ALTA Institute are building ‘computer tutors’ to help learners prepare for the exam that could change their lives.
Cambridge gets REAL about overcoming obstacles to global education
The Research for Equitable Access and Learning (REAL) Centre aims to promote education as an engine for sustainable development.
Industry experts, global players and start-ups line up for 7th Future of Wireless Conference
Speakers at next week's Future of Wireless Conference - from Ofcom, Qualcomm, Accenture, BT, Jaguar Land Rover, GSMA, Rohde & Schwarz, Samsung and more - will focus on opportunities for the wireless industry to harness disruptive technologies.
Concerned about outsourcing your lead generation? You aren’t the only one
Prospect Research says:"It's always the biggest concern that clients admit to us, 'How will an outside company be able to understand enough about us and speak to our prospects sensibly when they’re not experts on what we do??' Well we do, every day and very successfully.
Changing regulatory landscape and cost of compliance demands a new approach
The changing regulatory landscape and increasing complexity of technologies require a new approach to compliance thinking, says Pirus Consulting.
Ellgia Recycling appoints MobasEngage
Ellgia Recycling has appointed MobasEngage to raise its profile across the East of England and promote its significant successes since launch, just three years ago.
CAMA joins the First Lady: 'We are ready to lead the charge'
"On this Day of the African Child, I am in London, joining the First Lady of the United States, Michelle Obama, the Rt Hon Justine Greening, Secretary of State for International Development of the UK, and the Rt Hon Nicky Morgan, Minister for Women and Equalities of the UK, at a roundtable discussion about just what it takes to #LetGirlsLearn."
Hewitsons secures a hat-trick of successes in the High Court
Law firm Hewitsons has secured three consecutive judgements in High Court Judicial Reviews against plans for a new supermarket outside the town of Cinderford in Gloucestershire.
Free masterclass for Cambridge indies presented by UK retail expert
Cambridge independent shops, bars and restaurants are being encouraged to sign up for a free business masterclass, delivered by Clare Rayner – retail expert and author of acclaimed book The Retail Champion – 10 steps to retail success.
Call for entries for 2015 Deloitte UK Technology Fast 50 awards
Entries have now opened for the 2015 Deloitte UK Technology Fast 50 awards. The awards, now in their eighteenth year, recognise and rank the 50 fastest growing technology companies in the UK, based on the last four years of revenue growth. Supporting the UK’s fastest-growing technology companies are the award sponsors Fidelity Growth Partners Europe, Silicon Valley Bank UK and Taylor Wessing.
Featurespace is EGR Fraud and Compliance champion for second year running
Featurespace is thrilled to have won E-Gaming Review’s Fraud and Compliance Solution 2015 for ARIC Responsible Gambling at the prestigious EGR Awards. It's the second year running that Featurespace have won, retaining the title in recognition of the ARIC™ system, a revolutionary machine learning approach to managing fraud, risk and compliance in real-time.
Innovative design consultancy reveals popular microcomputer’s debut case
Kinneir Dufort is proud to announce that it has been working with the Cambridge based global micro-computer giants Raspberry Pi in the design of their first official case.