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Quarry transformed into haven for insect life
A new study has revealed how a sand and gravel quarry in Cambridgeshire has become a haven for insect life, and is now home to a number of rare species.
Local sports stars launch Addenbrooke’s Rudolph Run
Local sports stars GB 100m paralympian, Laura Sugar from Saffron Walden and GB Bobsleigh Team member, Ross Austen from Ely will be launching this year’s Rudolph Run at Addenbrooke’s Hospital on Sunday 7 December.
Don’t start with technology, start with the people
There are considerable healthcare challenges entrenched in the developing world.
Activ8rlives Contactless Infrared Thermometer
Contactless thermometer measuring body, room & surface temperatures
Active8rlives BuddyStep Counter Sports Package
Works out the distance you have walked and calculates calories used
Ultimo founder to urge East of England MSBs to 'Seize Export Opportunity' at major conference
Ultimo®’s founder Michelle Mone is to be one of the keynote speakers at a major UKTI conference on 3 December at Cranfield School of Management in Bedfordshire.
Activ8rlives Health and Wellbeing Tracking system for iPhone, iPad and Select Android
Wireless health and wellbeing tracking system, syncs to smart phone/tablet •BuddyBand Bluetooth 4.0 Activity Tracker wristband, including Black, Blue and Pink interchangeable wristband •Body Analyser Bluetooth 4.0 upload to Activ8rlives App, Measure weight, BMI, Visceral fat, %Fat and Muscle. •For iOS 7.1 and above and select Android
Activ8rlives Pulse Oximeter Bluetooth 4.0
Non-invasive measure of oxygen saturation of blood & pulse rate through index finger •Simple device to track your pulmonary & cardiovascular function •Requires Bluetooth 4.0 Smartphone/Tablet (iPhone 4s or above, iPad 3 or above & select Android 4.3 or above) •Free Smartphone App (iOS 7 and Android 4.3) •Fully complies with EU privacy laws
Potential costs of not having the correct first aid provision within the workplace
The negative effects of not having adequate first aid provision in place.
Success for Managers: How to get people to like you
Whether you’re a business owner, a manager, an employee or a lover, you will always have more success when people like you.
Activ8rlives Smart Scales Body Analyser Bluetooth 4.0
Accurately measures: weight, BMI, Visceral fat, Body fat, Bone and Muscle Mass. •Simple - no programming of smart scales required. Just open up the Free App & stand on to measure •Requires Bluetooth 4.0 Smartphone/Tablet ( iOS devices 7.1 or above select Android 4.3 or above •Free Smartphone App (iOS 7 and select Android 4.3)
Focus on photography (part 2)
Spirus writes: Last week we looked at the importance of photography in marketing, and how vital it is for audience engagement. But when is it OK to reach for the smartphone, and when is it time to call in the professionals?
Applications for the 2015 MacRobert Award are now open!
The Royal Academy of Engineering MacRobert Award has become synonymous with spotting the ‘next big thing’ in technology, having been established 45 years ago to identify outstanding innovation with proven commercial promise and tangible societal benefit.
Activ8rlives Blood Pressure Monitor Bluetooth 4.0
Measures systolic & diastolyic blood pressure, pulse rate and detects irregular heartbeat. •Upper arm measurement for accuracy •Single integrated unit with wireless Bluetooth 4.0 - no programming required. •Automatically uploads to FREE Activ8rlives Smartphone App (iOS 7.1 or later or Android 4.3 or later on select Android devices).
Activ8rlives BuddyBand Activity Tracker
Records steps, calories burned and workout sessions Check your progress throughout the day with FREE smartphone App Looks like a modern watch Interchangeable wristbands, back, blue and pink Compatible with iPhone 4S/5/5S/5C, iPad 3/4 mini and Samsung Galaxy S4/S4 Mini/S5
TWI plays its part in 'Working to Engineer a Better World'
TWI is playing its part in promoting greater understanding of the role engineering plays in our society and economy.
Politics, precaution and science
Sir Mark Walport publishes his first report as Chief Scientific Adviser. The Scientific Alliance comments...
Charity ball is a sparkling success
Partying guests tucked in to a three-course meal and danced the night away at Cambridge BID’s annual charity ball on Thursday 6 November.
Swiss energy service company ewz improves its data management with CRedit360 software
Leading energy service company ewz has joined the growing number of Swiss and German clients using the CRedit360 sustainability software to improve their environmental performance management capabilities.
Software library brings plug-and-play simplicity to Android app developers
Technology innovator CSR plc has announced the launch of its SiRFusion™ Software Development Kit (SDK) for Android application developers. The solution enables indoor positioning for Android developers looking to create next-generation apps.
Rockspring acquires Cambridge Research Park from Clearbell for £21m
Clearbell, the private equity real estate fund manager, has sold Cambridge Research Park to Rockspring Property Investment Managers for £21 million.
Mantracourt Electronics expands production capability to meet global demand
UK instrumentation manufacturer Mantracourt Electronics invests in new reflow soldering equipment to improve quality, increase productivity and support future growth.
Brain-dwelling worm in UK man’s head sequenced
For the first time, the genome of a rarely seen tapeworm has been sequenced. The genetic information of this invasive parasite, which lived for four years in a UK resident’s brain, offers new opportunities to diagnose and treat this invasive parasite.
Aspiration Europe unveils 'Back To The Future' inspired GoGoDragon in aid of Break Charity
Aspiration Europe unveils Back To The Future inspired GoGoDragon in aid of Break Charity, designed by local photographer, Suzi Ovens.
Innomech helps ITW to reduce manufacturing costs
Automation consultancy GB Innomech has designed and developed a fully automated assembly system to help ITW Imagedata to reduce manufacturing costs for its highest volume products. ITW is a global manufacturer of film ribbons and consumables for security and identity cards, based near Manningtree, Essex.