Endomagnetics awarded funding to explore melanoma detection
Endomagnetics, the company known for developing magnetic technology for use in breast cancer staging, has been awarded government funding to extend its application to another form of cancer. The project will explore the clinical feasibility of applying magnetic sentinel lymph node (SLN) detection to melanoma, a significant cancer with more than 116,000 cases per year in the EU and US alone (WHO),…
Summer at the Museums continues (with or without summer)
Rain or shine, the programme of activities for Summer at the University of Cambridge Museums continues unabated. With plenty of interesting and fun activities for the whole family across 12 museum and cultural venues around Cambridge and beyond, it’s the best way to avoid the wet summer blues.
Close to the bone
A genetic screening approach to studying bone disease has found nine new genes associated with bone health and suggests a new way to discover genes that may be implicated in human skeletal diseases. This collaborative study of the mineral content, strength and flexibility of bones has found clues to the cause of bone disorders such as osteoporosis, osteogenesis imperfecta, and high bone density…
Carbon Trust and CRedit360 partner to deliver value chain carbon management software
The Carbon Trust and CRedit360 today announce a new commercial collaboration that will develop a series of software solutions designed to enable companies to cost effectively manage value chain carbon emissions. For the first time, a carbon management system will be available that goes beyond measurement and provides in-built capability to calculate, interpret and make recommendations on carbon…
Strem Chemicals adds Pure Nanoparticles generated by laser ablation
Strem Chemicals, Inc., a manufacturer of specialty chemicals for research and development, is pleased to announce the addition of Reactant & Surfactant-Free Pure Nanoparticles to its portfolio of nanomaterials.
ViewRanger adds a social dimension to share routes
For many people, one of the best parts of going out on a trip or an adventure is sharing the experience with friends afterwards. ViewRanger, the leading outdoor activities GPS app, already allows you to record a track of your trip and add photos, videos and tweets which can be uploaded onto Facebook and twitter later. Recognising the trend towards doing more from your smartphone, ViewRanger have…
Building better science conversations
The world-leading Wellcome Trust Science Conference Centre begins work today on a £9 million development which includes a new residential bedroom block of 64 rooms, increasing the overnight accommodation to a total of 136 bedrooms. This exciting development will strengthen the already state-of-the art facilities, including a 300-seat auditorium, a flexible 60-seat meeting room, a self-contained…
GHX WebConnect fuels healthcare efficiency at 2012 Olympics
Healthcare supply chain leader Global Healthcare Exchange (GHX) is contributing to the Summer Olympic Games in London this year. The London Organizing Committee of the Olympics and Paralympic Games (LOCOG) is using GHX WebConnect to shop and place its healthcare supplies throughout the seven-week event.
Sainsbury Laboratory shortlisted for the Stirling Prize
Cambridge's Sainsbury Laboratory, designed by award-winning architects Stanton Williams, has been shortlisted for the UK’s most prestigious architectural award.
Melbourn first to offer FDA approved spray pattern and plume geometry analysis
Melbourn Scientific is the first European contract research organisation (CRO) to offer cGMP spray pattern and plume geometry measurement – a regulatory requirement for nasal sprays, oral sprays and metered dose inhalers destined for the US – following investment in the Proveris SprayVIEW® and Vereo® actuator.
School and office supplies from a photo service
FotoInsight introduces photo products for the new school year.
2idesign brand Ridgefield Primary School
Ridgefield Primary School in Cambridge is a feeder school for Parkside Federation, so when 2idesign were asked to design an identity for Ridgefield it made sense that there was a correlation, yet independence.
Cambridge Broadband Networks backhauls O2’s small cell Wi-Fi network
Cambridge Broadband Networks, the British company leading the world in the development and deployment of next generation mobile backhaul technologies, has revealed that it is working with O2 to help backhaul the operator’s first public small cell Wi-Fi network in London.
Call for innovation to help people live active lives
Britain is increasingly being labelled as an unhealthy nation, but a new poll commissioned by the Tomorrow Together campaign from the Technology Strategy Board shows that 43.6 million Britons want to be more active and that almost half of these would spend money on a product or service to help. The poll reveals that there is a need for innovation to help people lead active lives.
Exploit your UK innovation with overseas investment
Get involved in a range of business summits broadcast on the web from Lancaster House in London – watch the UKTI British Business Embassy webstream.
Summer school proves a massive draw
A Children’s Book Illustration summer school designed to show budding artists how to transfer their work from sketchbook to picturebook has proved a massive draw, with only a handful of places available.
A global roadmap to tackling birth defects at the local level
A pioneering resource to help tackle birth defects, particularly in low and middle income countries (LMICs), is now available free and online to health and policy professionals and patient groups across the globe. The PHG Foundation Health Needs Assessment Toolkit for Congenital Disorders (also known as birth defects), is a comprehensive database, information resource and roadmap to creating…
Twins inspire Olympic-themed fun day and party for the Rosie
This Saturday (4th August), Shelford Rugby Club will transform into a mini-Olympic arena for a family fun day inspired by the London 2012 Games, followed by an evening party to benefit the Rosie Hospital that helps so many local families.
Abcodia appoints Dr Claire Hooper to its board of directors
Abcodia, a biomarker validation company with a focus on cancer screening, has appointed Dr Claire Hooper as a non-executive director of the board.
When golf is an eye-watering experience
Eye care is particularly important for golfers, who are exposed not just to glare and UV light but also to dust, pollen and wind – all of which can irritate the eyes. Many golfers suffer from watery eyes and are unaware that it may be a symptom of dry eye, which can also cause a scratchy, gritty or smarting feeling and can be easily relieved with eye drops.
Salimetrics publishes step by step process to Salivary Cortisol Assay
Salimetrics is often asked to publish its step by step method for running the Salimetrics Salivary Cortisol Assay, and it is now available here.
'And If It Was It Can’t Be Is'
Space-Time, Wysing Arts Centre’s annual festival of art and music presents And If It Was It Can’t Be Is; three stages of live music, spoken word performances, film screenings, artists’ stalls and activities for families on Saturday 1 September 2pm-12am (gates open at 12pm).
Cambridge Ideas – The future of energy?
Today, we consume a truly vast amount of energy - with demand continuing to skyrocket at an alarming rate.
Horizon Discovery appoints Richard Vellacott as Chief Financial Officer
Horizon Discovery Limited, a leading provider of research tools to support the development of personalised medicines, has announced the appointment of Mr. Richard Vellacott as Chief Financial Officer.
Cambridge Index gains 3.7%
Most global equity markets rose last week, amid mounting hopes that major central banks and Governments would take steps to boost the fragile economic situation. The Cambridge Index rallied 3.7% or 377.4 points to 10,481.9, with six of the top ten index heavyweight stocks recording gains.