InfoTextX

Welcome to the March issue of InfoTextX – the e-newsletter from the Knowledge Business Centre at InfoLab21, aimed at keeping you informed about developments inside InfoLab21 and other news which we hope will be of interest to you. If you would like to contribute news items to future editions of InfoTextX and our website, or know someone else who would like to receive this InfoTextX please contact the editor – Sarah Maginness - at s.maginness@lancaster.ac.uk

Praise For The Graduate Academy

The first graduates to leave InfoLab21's Graduate Academy (IGA) have been presented with certificates at InfoLab21. The IGA - the only one in the North West for ICT graduates - provides free ICT support for eligible technology led businesses.

InfoLab21 Researchers At Westminster

After helping bring about an IT revolution in a rural community, InfoLab21 computing researchers Johnathan Ishmael and Dr. Nick Race are set to present their work in the House of Commons on March 19 as part of SET for Britain - an annual event showcasing the work of Britain's top early-stage research scientists, engineers and technologists.

Opportunities For Employers

Lancaster University Management School are providing a valuable opportunity for employers who can employ a student for a fixed period of time to work on a particular project or activity of importance and use to the business. Previously, some employers have also used this experience to see whether a student is suitable for recruitment on graduation.

 

The InfoLab21 Graduate Academy also offers opportunities for employers through assistance with ICT projects.

Computer 'Glue' Unlocks Next-Generation Technology

Researchers at InfoLab21 are working on the next generation of embedded systems which will help give computers a powerful new presence in our lives.

InfoLab21 Scientist Joins NASA Mission To Understand Space Storms

Dr. Jim Wild from the Department of Communication Systems is to play a key role in a NASA mission which will help scientists study the mysteries of the Northern Lights or aurora borealis, the spectacularly colourful glow in the sky at the North Pole as energy from the sun hits the Earth's magnetic field.

InfoLab21 Student Founds Worldwide Business

A computer science student who set up his own online music business with help from Lancaster University is now running a successful company with customers from as far away as New Zealand.

Laria Delegates Coming to InfoLab21

Delegates from the Local Authorities Research and Intelligence Association (Laria) annual conference will visit InfoLab21 on Wednesday 28th March.

International Trading Business Event

"Profit from Export" – Redhills, Penrith, 21 March (Cumbria Rural Enterprise Agency Conference Centre)

Aimed at all types of businesses, this event will put the spotlight on current and new developments in international trade support and the benefits they can bring to your business.

Join IT! New Associate Company Profiles

These are the latest companies to join InfoLab21's Associate Company Scheme. If you would like to see your company featured please fill in the online form.

New Associate Company: Freshspace

Freshspace is a small web design studio based in Sedbergh, Cumbria and was founded in 2001 by web designer Darren Nicholls.They specialise at working closely with clients to build accessible, fresh and effective websites.

New Associate Company: RandHdesign

RandHdesign are a well established, creative design business providing branding and new media services to a broad range of clients. They work for many University departments and completed the InfoLab21 brochure.

New Associate Company: JobsGroup.net Limited

JobsGroup.net Limited is the UK's largest independent online jobs network. JobsGroup.net has won numerous awards, including Best Online Service and Best Specialist Website.

New Associate Company: Intec (UK) Limited

Intec (UK) Limited supplies quality recruitment services to global clients via six divisions: Power and Utilities (launched 1980); Construction and Engineering (1981); Oil and Gas (1983); Commercial and Industrial (1986); Rail (1987) and Aviation (2005).

New Associate Company: Indica Media

A Lancashire website design company with major clients across the UK.Branding, website design and usability are essential factors to Indica Media and their print media experience enables them to offer a complete inhouse business marketing package, complete with professional PR, copywriting and media liaison services.