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Politicians question the precautionary principle
As an MEP talks of green 'scaremongering', the Environment Secretary speaks in favour of GM crops. The Scientific Alliance looks at the issue.
The future of CDM Coordinators hangs in the balance
At the start of 2013, Workplace Law reported on the Health and Safety Executive’s (HSE) proposed changes to the CDM Regulations 2007. Imminent review is expected, despite delays in preparing the draft regulations. The HSE’s re-write will focus on making the regulations more palatable to small and medium sized companies.
Global brand gurus Wolff Olins to run interactive workshop on the future of brand at AMC
Global brand gurus Wolff Olins will run an interactive workshop on the future of brand at Another Marketing Conference (AMC) on June 25th at The Junction in Cambridge.
Cambridge Sensotec hosts its first international distributor training event
Cambridge Sensotec Ltd was delighted to welcome established distributors from Italy, Malaysia and South Korea, as well as newly appointed distributors from China, Egypt, Romania, Saudi Arabia and Singapore to its first international training event.
Business Unite to build a sustainable future
A unique business event is taking place next month to highlight how Cambridgeshire companies can work together for mutual gain.
Awards for East of England Civil Engineering Projects
Eight civil engineering projects have been honoured in the ICE East of England 2013 Merit Awards. The civil engineering ‘Oscars’ recognises excellence in the design and construction of projects that have delighted clients and in many cases brought benefits to the public.
M1 bridge demolition wins photo competition
A stunning image of a bridge demolition on the M1 Junction 12 has won Terry Higginson of Biggleswade the first prize of £100 in Picture This 2013 – the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) East of England annual photograph competition.
Cambridge students visit Silicon Valley
A group of students from Cambridge University's Institute for Manufacturing (IfM) have visited the San Francisco Bay area on a study tour. The objective was to look at four themes: innovation, sustainability, supply chain management and the economic downturn.
World first IoT demo at Cambridge conference
A world first public demonstration of new wireless technology set to accelerate delivery of the Internet of Things will be held at a Cambridge UK tech conference & expo later this week (June 27).
Chocolaterie Jacquot shows its confidence in Linx
French chocolatier Chocolaterie Jacquot has emphasised its trust in coding and marking equipment from Linx Printing Technologies as it upgrades production lines.
Why jumping genes don’t send us into meltdown
A team of researchers has explained why the so-called “jumping genes” found in most living organisms don’t ultimately kill off their hosts, putting an end to a long-standing scientific mystery.
Leprosy still a threat for travellers, says The Travel Clinic
The BCG vaccine can be used to protect against Leprosy. Reviews of current evidence show the BCG vaccine consistently shows some degree of protection against the disease but this level of protection can vary.
Gaming’s coming home to Cambridge
The Brains Eden 2013 Gaming Festival, backed by BAFTA, will be held at Anglia Ruskin University in Cambridge from 28 June until 1 July. Ian Livingstone CBE, one of the founding fathers of the UK games industry and the man behind Lara Croft: Tomb Raider, will kick-off the festival on Friday, 28 June.
3D CAD models of Bulgin components now available through TraceParts
Elektron Technology has teamed up with TraceParts – the world’s leading digital engineering 3D content company – to offer 3D CAD models of the Bulgin product portfolio.
Clear strategy and urgent ‘shake-up’ needed to set transport on right track, say experts
Political disagreement on projects, patchy investment, inadequate maintenance and the absence of clear, strategic thinking is undermining the contribution transport infrastructure could make to economic growth, competitiveness and quality of life, according to the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE).
Computing history museum finds an innovative way to raise funds
As a new museum for Cambridge, The Centre for Computing History - which has relocated here - is looking at innovative ways to raise funds and help local businesses.
Parliament to debate cycling report after Huppert's call
MP Julian Huppert has succeeded in his call for a Parliamentary debate into a report on how to make cycling safer across Britain.
Cambridge students race for the Rainforest
Students from the University of Cambridge are among seven teams from across the UK who have made it into the final of the npower Future Leaders Challenge 2013 – a national competition which tasks undergraduates to devise green projects and inspire people in their universities to live more sustainably.
Presentation tip: get back up again
In this presentation tip, communication coach Jon Torrens tells you how, following a bad presentation experience, it's essential to get back to presenting as soon as possible.
Presentation tip: look and learn
In this presentation tip, communication coach Jon Torrens tells you how it's worth watching the best presenters to learn from them.
Presentation tip: keep calm and carry on
In this presentation tip, communication coach Jon Torrens tells you how it's essential to keep your cool when presenting.
WaveFX films and streams event LIVE from Victoria Park London
WaveFX, a Cambridge based video company, LIVE streams another event from the heart of the capital.
Workplace Law lifts off for a Help for Heroes skydive
Following the success of its fundraising events this year, Workplace Law has set a new and exciting challenge – a 14,000 feet parachute jump for Help for Heroes. The skydiving team will include Kimberley Greed, Workplace Law Environmental Consultant and her friend, Annabel Rabbets, Marketing Assistant at Raytheon UK.
'Library Futures' - JBS hosts 43rd European Business Schools Librarians’ Group Conference
Cambridge Judge Business School is delighted to be hosting the 43rd European Business Schools Librarians’ Group (EBSLG) conference this week (17-20 June 2013).
It's okay to ask for help for your business
Starting a business can be an extraordinarily exciting, yet daunting experience and the need for peer to peer support is greater than ever...