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ANSYS and Granta Design sign definitive acquisition agreement
PITTSBURGH, USA - ANSYS (NASDAQ: ANSS), the global leader and innovator of engineering simulation software, announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Cambridge-based Granta Design, the premier provider of materials information technology.
Women! Apply (by 4 February) to join PA Consulting's free coding course
PA Consulting is working with Code First: Girls, who run free in-person part-time coding courses for female/non binary identifying young individuals across the UK and Ireland.
Event will help you become 'Disability Confident'
Encouraging an inclusive workplace that encompasses employees from all walks of life and ability can generate a multitude of benefits, not least in giving you access to a wider pool of talent. A half day event on Thursday 14th March run by Iansyst, in partnership with Cambridge Network, will help you to create a disability confident and inclusive work culture.
Horizon Discovery and Rutgers University to develop next generation gene editing technology
Horizon Discovery Group plc, a global leader in gene editing and gene modulation technologies, today announces that it has entered into an exclusive strategic partnership with Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey (US), to develop and commercialise a novel gene editing technology, known as base editing.
Birketts' transport team wins Legal 500 UK Award
Birketts has been named 'Transport Firm of the Year (Outside London)' at The Legal 500 UK Awards 2019.
What could you try this year to create positive change?
At a time when a lot of us have statistically given up our New Year’s resolutions (there’s even a day dedicated to ditching your resolution), the team at Allia has been thinking about ways to create positive change and stick to it in 2019.
Leading Cambridge entrepreneur takes up residence at Cambridge Enterprise
Paul Bailey, one of Cambridge’s most influential entrepreneurs and Executive Chairman of Bailey Fisher, has joined Cambridge Enterprise, the commercialisation arm of the University of Cambridge, as an Entrepreneur in Residence.
Cambridge China Centre’s #CambsRedPacket campaign brings Chinese New Year luck to Cambridge
Cambridge China Centre, together with many businesses in Cambridge city centre, will celebrate Chinese New Year 2019 by giving back to consumers with Chinese New Year exclusive ‘Alipay Red Packets’. AliPay users will be able to win money when they scan a QR code in store using AliPay. Across the city people will be using the hashtag #CambsRedPacket to get involved on social media.
RiverRhee releases new dates for courses for leaders, managers and individual team members
RiverRhee's open and in-house courses and one-to-one coaching focus on "creating exceptional managers and teams". Open courses are scheduled on demand, and can also be tailored for in-house delivery and one-to-one coaching.
Market ambiguity can aid early-stage technology, says study
Acceptance of market ‘ambiguity’ can lead to successful commercialisation of early-stage technology by identifying partners and broader potential uses, says a new study co-authored by Professor Jaideep Prabhu of Cambridge Judge Business School.
Kleinwort Hambros appoints Mark Sinclair as Head of Cambridge Office
Kleinwort Hambros, one of the leading private bank and wealth managers in the UK, has today announced that Mark Sinclair has been appointed Head of Cambridge Office.
IDTechEx Research publishes Global Market Report on Self-Powering Smart Cities
IDTechEx Research has produced a global market forecast report covering producing electricity from city roads, windows, buildings, barriers, wind, water, BIPV and more.
MP calls for stronger housing solutions as Cambridge prices among worst in the UK
The Cities Outlook 2019 released by the Centre for Cities yesterday (Monday) shows that while Cambridge had the highest growth in housing stock in the last year, it still remains the third most unaffordable city in the country.
Imperial War Museums to mark 75th anniversary of D-Day
In June 2019, Imperial War Museums (IWM) will mark the 75th anniversary of the D-Day landings on an unprecedented scale. IWM will retell the extraordinary land, air and sea story through its Second World War collection and its three historic sites: HMS Belfast, IWM Duxford and Churchill War Rooms.
Edit that video: one day training with Cambridge TV
Get your filmed projects online: learn how to edit through a one day masterclass at Cambridge TV on Wednesday 7 February.
Children’s charity in urgent need of Peterborough volunteers
A charity that runs a volunteer scheme to provide home support for families whose children have life-threatening conditions is appealing for help in Peterborough.
Project announced to make trade a force for good
A multi-million pound project led by UNEP-WCMC is announced today, aiming to make trade a positive force for both marginalised people and nature conservation.
Austerity hit cities twice as hard as the rest of Britain
Cities have borne nearly three-quarters (74%) of all real-terms local government funding cuts in the last decade despite being home to just 54% of the population, according to Centre for Cities’ annual Cities Outlook 2019 report – the Centre’s annual health check on UK city economies.
Tame your computer - fantastic fillings
In her regular series for Cambridge Network members, software training expert Karen Roem offers handy tips to help you 'Tame your computer'. This week she explains how to fill all selected cells with the same text, number or formula (Microsoft Excel)...
Tame your computer - answer back
In her regular series for Cambridge Network members, software training expert Karen Roem offers handy tips to help you 'Tame your computer'. This week she explains how to answer and write prefixed comments below the original message text (Microsoft Outlook)...
Chamber announces new Chairman
Brian Jones has been elected as Chairman of Cambridgeshire Chambers of Commerce.
Microsoft recognises Business Cloud Integration as SharePoint Business Applications Partner
Business Cloud Integration is thrilled to be named by Microsoft as a Charter Member of the SharePoint Business Applications Partner Program. Business Cloud Integration is one of a select number of Partner Program members worldwide, and one of only five Charter Members in the UK.
'People Matter' January newsletter is published
Are you thinking about flexible working for your business? Read more from HR Dept on the process and benefits in this month’s People Matter newsletter.
Adder announces world first with new 4K solution
Adder Technology, a global specialist in connectivity and IP KVM, has announced the world’s first dual-head, high performance 4K IP KVM matrix over a single fibre with the launch of the ADDERLink™ INFINITY 4000 Series (ALIF4000).
Abcam expands custom services capabilities with acquisition of Calico Biolabs
Abcam, a global leader in the supply of life science research tools, is pleased to announce that it has acquired Calico Biolabs Inc., a developer of custom high-quality recombinant rabbit monoclonal antibodies for diagnostic and biopharmaceutical companies