A mineral way to catalysis?
Fool’s Gold may prove an unlikely alternative to overexploited catalytic materials.
'Smart’ microcapsules in a single step
A new, single-step method of fabricating microcapsules, which have potential commercial applications in industries including medicine, agriculture and diagnostics, has been developed by researchers at the University of Cambridge.
Marshall Aerospace commissions RHAG systems at Camp Bastion military base in Afghanistan
Marshall Aerospace has commissioned two Rotary Hydraulic Arrestor Gear (RHAG) systems at Camp Bastion, the RAF’s main base in Afghanistan for British military troops, following the opening of a new runway late last year.
AVEVA opens new office in Genoa, Italy
AVEVA announced today it has opened a new office in Genoa, Italy to support the growing Italian market. The office will offer sales and support for all AVEVA’s products and solutions, as well as hosting training courses and customer events.
LEP calls for projects to fund
The Greater Cambridge Greater Peterborough Enterprise Partnership is calling for organisations to come forward with funding proposals for delayed projects in the area, following news that the Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP) will receive £10.9 million of Growing Places Funding.
TTP Labtech showcases the new mosquito® HV at SLAS 2012
TTP Labtech’s new mosquito® HV, launched this week at SLAS 2012, bridges the gap between nanolitre and microlitre liquid handling.
Toshiba appoints Mobas as lead creative agency for UK medical systems
Toshiba Medical Systems UK, specialist in diagnostic imaging, has appointed Mobas – one of the fastest-growing integrated agencies in the East of England – as its lead creative agency.
Pushing science to its limits
Cambridge Science Festival is hoping to break new boundaries in celebration of London 2012 as it asks ‘How fast can Usain Bolt run?’ and takes ‘A mathematical look at the Olympics’. Bookings for the UK’s largest free science festival are now open.
Nujira launches first commercial Envelope Tracking chip for smartphones
Nujira Ltd, the world leader in Envelope Tracking technology, has launched the first IC in its Coolteq.L product family of Envelope Tracking (ET) power supply modulators for mobile handsets.
Infrastructure revolution
Technology has advanced to the point where the condition of bridges, tunnels and buildings can be monitored in unprecedented detail. Now a new Centre at Cambridge has been formed to kick-start the smart infrastructure revolution.
If biofuels are not the answer, then what is?
There is mounting evidence that the current generation of biofuels do not deliver the claimed environmental benefits. But are other alternatives to petrol and diesel likely to be any more successful? The Scientific Alliance newsletter.
Cobalt advises on sale of Tomorrow Communications
Tomorrow Communications Ltd has been sold to CACI Ltd, a wholly owned subsidiary of CACI International Inc. CACI International Inc. is a publicly listed company on the NYSE with an annual revenue in excess of US $3.6bn and approx 14,000 people worldwide.
Why the NHS must embrace telehealth on a larger scale
Ivan McConnell 'The Guardian': Healthcare Network 9 February 2012 There is a more efficient and cost-effective way to treat long-term conditions that also benefits the patient.
Where's your commitment?
This is the second of a series of articles on a coaching theme for International Coaching Week. This one is about commitment, says Hilary Jeanes of PurpleLine Consulting.
Yellow Fever update fromThe Travel Clinic
Update to South Africa's Yellow Fever Certificate requirements from The Travel Clinic Ltd.
Theatres of war: public spending on buildings for the arts
National recommendations for using public money to build arts venues are only succeeding in enforcing a system that is already flawed, a new study concludes.
Pistoia Alliance selects Eagle Genomics and Cycle Computing to bolster pharmaceutical R&D...
New York - Eagle Genomics and Cycle Computing announced that they have jointly won a competitive bid by the Pistoia Alliance to support the development of a proof-of-concept (PoC) system to meet the future needs of pharmaceutical R&D IT.
New GHX web shop shows huge potential
Local Cambridge firm, Global Healthcare Exchange (GHX) UK Ltd., is pleased to report that just under 6,800 line items to Bunzl Healthcare have been placed through GHX’s new online ordering tool - WebConnect.
Here comes the sun…
New solar cells could increase the maximum efficiency of solar panels by over 25%, according to scientists from the University of Cambridge.
Defeating dementia in Down’s syndrome
A £1m brain-imaging study has just been launched at the University of Cambridge to investigate why people with Down’s syndrome (DS) are at such high risk of Alzheimer’s disease.
Topo mapping for Canada added to ViewRanger Outdoors GPS app
Hot on the heels of its USA launch, ViewRanger has added national topographic mapping for Canada to its ViewRanger Outdoors GPS app and My.ViewRanger.com online community for outdoor enthusiasts.
Businesses offered help in accessing training funding
Cambridge Regional College has appointed a new business development manager to help businesses access funding for staff training.
CRFS appoints VP Engineering
CRFS, the fast growing Cambridge developer of RF spectrum management and surveillance systems, is pleased to announce the appointment of Steve Williamson as VP Engineering. CRFS is doubling revenues year on year and is building its team to support its strong growth.
Blue Chip announces new Intel Atom board
Blue Chip expands industrial computer range with new Intel® Atom™ D525 based COM Express Module from Aaeon.
Most effective vehicle for increasing business revealed
Going for growth will be a key objective for businesses in 2012. New research carried out by KISS Communications questioned over 100 professionals and found that the single most effective vehicle for increasing business will be marketing, according to 37% of respondents.