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GIFTS: genomic and protein data in a single search
EMBL’s European Bioinformatics Institute (EMBL-EBI) has launched the Genome Integrations with Function and Sequence (GIFTS). GIFTS enables users of Ensembl or UniProt searching for a specific gene or protein to view the corresponding protein or genomic data. GIFTS is available as a new independent platform regularly updated by both services.
Ratings divergence
A paper co-authored by Professor Elroy Dimson of Cambridge Judge Business School on environmental, social and governance investment ratings wins Best Article award from the 'Journal of Portfolio Management'.
Rainbow flag flies above Guildhall for LGBTQ+ History Month
The start of this year’s Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer History (LGBTQ+) Month in Cambridge has been marked with the traditional raising of the rainbow flag at the Guildhall.
Third national lockdown: Latest grant scheme for local businesses announced
More financial support is available for businesses based in Cambridge to help them through the third national lockdown.
Pfizer BioNTech vaccine likely to be effective against B1.1.7 strain of SARS-CoV-2
The Pfizer BioNTech vaccine BNT162b2 is likely to be effective against the B1.1.7 variant of SARS-CoV-2, even though its efficacy is modestly affected, say scientists at the University of Cambridge. However, when the E484K mutation – first seen in the South African variant – is added, it substantially increases the amount of antibody required to prevent infection.
Lynn Gladden named as Queen Elizabeth Prize judging panel chair
Professor Dame Lynn Gladden, from Cambridge’s Department of Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology, has been appointed as the new chair of the Queen Elizabeth Prize for Engineering judging panel.
New Consulting Director leads Team Consulting’s vision
Iain Ansell has been appointed Team Consulting’s new Consulting Director.
CMS Cambridge provides pizzazz for Ambu's new office
CMS Cambridge, a subsidiary company of COEL, offers commercial storage and removal services, as well as providing stunning furniture which can lift and transform a working space.
PredictImmune establishes IBD Clinical Advisory Board to advise on European access to PredictSURE IBD™
PredictImmune, developers of pioneering prognostic tools for guiding treatment options and improving patient outcomes in immune-mediated diseases, is pleased to confirm the convening of its IBD Clinical Advisory Board (IBD CAB).
Darktrace experiences surge in demand driven by WFH and wave of sophisticated cyber-attacks
Darktrace has today announced strong demand for its latest product release, Version 5 of its self-learning Darktrace Immune System, as customers tackle security challenges related to home working, and the new wave of sophisticated cyber-attacks.
Apps help integration and health of migrants
A new study has found that mobile apps can play a vital role in helping immigrants integrate into new cultures, as well as provide physical and mental health benefits.
Oh no. You’re not reusing it, are you?
Lockdown life may have, let’s say, relaxed some of our normal habits. But answer this: You’re not reusing it, are you?
Biocair continues its global expansion
Biocair recently opened new offices across a variety of locations in India, including Bangalore, Chennai, Delhi and Mumbai.
Experts discuss how the life sciences industry might take advantage of recent changes to use classes
For more than 60 years, the planning system in England and Wales has set out to do one thing: manage change.
The need for speed - how to keep pace with rapid change
Of all the lessons learned over the past year, perhaps the biggest was the need for speed. The unprecedented upheavals during the pandemic have clearly demonstrated that acting quickly and decisively pays huge dividends. Quite literally for individuals and organisations, it has been a matter of survival.
Upcoming online training courses from CIIPM
CIIPM training course dates have been announced for February - July 2021.
Artificial Intelligence Covid breakthrough will save lives
Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (CUH) and the University of Cambridge are spearheading a new way of rapidly diagnosing Covid-19 in hospital, which speeds up the correct medical intervention and helps save lives.
Sanger Institute joins Wellcome Leap Global Network dedicated to accelerated breakthroughs in human health
The Wellcome Sanger Institute has joined the Leap Health Breakthrough Network, a global group of leading academic and research institutions committed to solving the world’s most serious health challenges — such as cancer and infectious diseases — at record speed. Wellcome Leap is a US non-profit organisation founded by Wellcome to accelerate innovations that benefit global health.
Deeper measurement needed, says expert
Outcome and impacts are key for environmental, social and governance issues, Professor Jennifer Howard-Grenville of Cambridge Judge says in a Harvard Business Review article.
Top-tier Social Housing team continues expansion with two new recruits
Two more lawyers are joining Birketts’ highly-regarded and expanding Social Housing team.
Plans for next stage of new town north of Waterbeach supported
Proposals for the second half of a new town north of Waterbeach have been supported by South Cambridgeshire District Council’s Planning Committee – and will see more than 1,300 affordable homes come forward.
Councils encourage communities to help shape environmentally friendly Waste Water Treatment Plant
Leading Councillors have said they support Anglian Water’s ambition to maximise the environmental benefits from the relocation of their Waste Water Treatment Plant on the edge of Cambridge, and want communities to be fully involved in ensuring this is achieved.
Working collaboratively with stakeholders
Team Coaching Boutique reflects on how to turn stakeholders into partners...
Illumina and Sequoia Capital China partner to launch genomics incubator in China
Illumina, Inc. (NASDAQ: ILMN), the global leader in DNA sequencing and array-based technologies, and Sequoia Capital China, a leading investment firm, have announced a collaboration to catalyze the startup ecosystem in China with the launch of the Sequoia Capital China Intelligent Healthcare Genomics Incubator, Powered by Illumina.
Cambridge Index declines 3.5%
The Cambridge Index dropped 993.3 points or 3.5% to close at 27074.5, as seven of the top ten Index heavyweights posted weekly losses to their share prices.