People versus the planet
A new report from the Royal Society proposes radical changes to the world economy. How justified are they?
Global Regulatory Services to provide guidance on EU cosmetic legislation
Global Regulatory Services, a consultancy to the life science industry based near Ely, has announced a partnership with a German based company to provide guidance on the new EU Cosmetic Products Regulation.
Marshall further cements relationship with Jaguar
Marshall, the family-owned dealer group, has announced the completion of its acquisition of the Lincoln Jaguar business from the Cooperative Society.
Salsgiver trials Amino Freedom Jump OTT device
US-based fiber optic network provider Salsgiver is to trial Amino’s Freedom Jump OTT device as part of a premium service offering to their customers.
Twinkle, twinkle, little star: I’m going to know what you are
A team of astronomers at the University of Cambridge is taking the next big step in a European-wide programme which will lead to the creation of the first three-dimensional map of more than a billion stars.
'Clean Energy: at What Price?' Professor John Miles keynotes Cleanpower 2012
An analytical keynote talk by Professor John Miles of the Engineering Department at Cambridge University in the opening session of the Cleanpower Conference on 14 June at Murray Edwards College, will look at the possibilities for generating clean energy in the UK in pursuit of the Government 2050 goals. In particular, the cost of supplying energy from these sources will be commented on and some…
AVEVA announces new Plant and Marine contracts
Moscow, Russia-- AVEVA (LSE:AVV), announces today that it has won two significant contracts in Russia with SevZap NTC, a leading Russian EPC in the power industry and DO “Vympel”, a Marine design office based in Nizhny Novgorod.
TED-Ed launches groundbreaking website with new tools for customised learning
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- TED, the nonprofit organisation devoted to "Ideas Worth Spreading," has launched the second phase of its TED-Ed initiative: a groundbreaking website housed on TED.com that enables teachers to create unique lesson plans around TED-Ed video content.
Lord Oxburgh keynotes on ‘Shale Gas – Curse or Boon?’ at Cleanpower Conference 14 June
Shale gas is natural gas that, unlike conventional gas, never escaped from the source rock within which it was formed because the source was too impermeable. Modern technology has allowed this gas to be exploited by a combination of detailed sub-surface imaging, precisely controlled directional drilling and hydraulic fracturing.
Don’t let perfection kill your dream
If you want to be successful, don't wait for “the perfect time;” it does not exist. The more you wait for perfection, the more you stand the chance of losing enthusiasm for the action to bring your vision to live. Dreams and goals need your enthusiasm to come alive, and perfectionism kills enthusiasm.
Dr Andrew Lynn joins exclusive group of Entrepreneurs in Residence at Cambridge
The Centre for Entrepreneurial Learning (CfEL) at Cambridge Judge Business School is delighted to announce the appointment of Dr Andrew Lynn as one of their esteemed Entrepreneurs in Residence. Dr Lynn is an entrepreneur and executive who has founded and led businesses in the regenerative-medicine and solid-state-lighting fields.
Zero interest and growing fast
From humble beginnings, Islamic finance is now a trillion dollar industry and growing at a rate some in the West find alarming. A new analysis suggests it can be accommodated by the existing global financial system for everyone’s benefit.
Businesses donate to revamp Addenbrooke's hospital garden
Addenbrooke’s Golden Jubilee Garden, which opened in October 2002 thanks to kind volunteers and donors, is being given a revamp in honour of the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee, which will also see it renamed the Diamond Jubilee Garden. Thanks to a former celebrity patient and many generous supporters, the Jubilee Garden will continue as an area of relaxation and contemplation within the hospital grounds…
Sir John Armitt to join ICE Presidential team
The Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) has elected Chairman of the Olympic Delivery Authority (ODA) Sir John Armitt to its Presidential team, with a view to him becoming the leading engineering body’s President.
Neul launches world’s first city-wide white space network
Neul, the world leader in technologies for the Internet of the Things, today announced the deployment in Cambridge of the world’s first city-wide, fully-functional wireless network in white space, enabling a whole host of Smart City applications. To demonstrate this network Neul, in collaboration with Bglobal Metering, is today, showcasing the world’s first-ever smart electricity meter reading…
Plarion closing down sale
As of April 2012, Plarion will cease trading. Offers are invited for Plarion’s laboratory and manufacturing equipment, via sealed bids to be received by 2nd May 2012. Please contact Plarion to arrange an appointment to view.
Malaria news from The Travel Clinic
News from The Travel Clinic Ltd, Cambridge and Ipswich. World Malaria Day 25th April.
Illumina launches MyGenome® app for iPad®
SAN DIEGO--(BUSINESS WIRE) Illumina, Inc. today announced the availability of its MyGenome application for the iPad, available for download on the App Store(SM) for 69 pence (99 cents). Illumina’s MyGenome app empowers users to explore a real human genome and view reports about important genetic variations through a simple, intuitive, and educational interface for genetic data exploration and…
Voyage Manager integrates with Twilio for improved reach
Using cloud-based voice service Twilio, Voyage Manager has become the first travel monitoring and tracking service to incorporate automated speech technology into its solutions.
Teaching old cells new tricks
Much hyped by the media, stem cells have tremendous power to improve human health. As part of the Cambridge Stem Cell Initiative, Dr Ludovic Vallier’s research in the Anne McLaren Laboratory for Regenerative Medicine shows how stem cells can further our understanding of disease and help deliver much-needed new treatments.
Growing success for local company
RSP Safety Services welcomes a new additional to its team.
ARM reports strong results for first quarter 2012
ARM Holdings plc announces its unaudited financial results for the first quarter ended 31 March 2012.
PA Consulting Group wins top prize at the 2012 MCA awards
PA Consulting Group has won the Management Consultancies Association (MCA) Award for the best overall project for its work with the UK Ministry of Defence (MOD). PA also won the Innovation Award for this project at the ceremony in London last week, adding to PA’s long-running collection of MCA Awards.
Business lectures continue to stimulate debate
Cambridge Network's ongoing series of business lectures is making some significant connections for members. Last week’s event on 'Economic growth in Cambridgeshire' prompted interesting discussion, and the next – featuring the Design Council’s CEO David Kester on Tuesday May 15th – promises to be equally engaging.
Hermann Hauser elected Fellow Of The Royal Society
Cambridge Network Founder and Director Dr Hermann Hauser has been elected a Fellow of The Royal Society, in recognition of his role as a science entrepreneur.