Its often said that the UK and Europe lack the huge level of growth funding for later-stage startups that the US has for its own, and this is correct.According to the European Investment Fund, there are at least seven times more large-size VC funds in the US than in Europe. So the appearance of a new growth fund in the UK is significant.CambridgeInnovation Capital (CIC), which invests exclusively in the Cambridgeecosystem in and around the famous university, has launched a new 100 million ($126 million) Opportunity Fund, essentially a growth fund. CIC has $757 million invested in over 40 companies and has a privileged relationship with the University ofCambridge.The fund is being anchored by Aviva Investors and British Patient Capital and will invest in growth-stage deep tech and life sciences companies.Two investments have already been made. Pragmatic Semiconductor is a large chip designer and manufacturer which has raised $389.3 million to date, while Riverlane, is a quantum computing error correction company that has raised $120.7 million.The new CIC fund will invest up to 20 million ($25.2 million) per investment into the later-stage funding rounds of deep tech and life sciences companies. The hope, of course, is to address the UKs long-standing funding gap issue for later-stage startups, which tends to lead to a drain of those companies towards other countries, usually the US.In part, its this issue that led the UK government to announce last month, its AI Action Plan a string of measures designed to grow the economy using AI, and included a pledge to build Europes Silicon Valley by super-charging the existing tech ecosystems around the famous Oxford and Cambridge universities.Plus, the Golden Triangle of London, Oxford, and Cambridge, comprising five leading UK universities, will also be given greater links, including transportation, alongside a package of 14 billion in funding.Andrew Williamson, Managing Partner at CIC, told TechCrunch over a call that CIC had traditionally invested in early-stage companies aroundCambridge, but there were many that were maturing into proven technologies.Historically, what weve done is when our companies get to Series C stage. we didnt have the capital in our core funds to make those [later stage] investments, he said.So we used to offer them as co-investment to some of our LPs. But not many institutions, particularly financial institutions, are really set up to make direct investments into companies. So the genesis of this fund was one they could participate in.He added that one of the key directives from the UK government to the British Business Bank is to address the later-stage gap in scale-up capital: So this is a perfect mission for what theyre looking to do, to anchor new growth funds like this. In the case of Aviva, theyre one of the signatories of the Mansion House Compact. So this is around allocating some of their pension fund capital into productive growth assets.Exits from CICs portfolio include the sale of gene therapy company Gyroscope Therapeutics to Novartis for $1.5 billion, the $285 million acquisition of pet treatment developer PetMedix by Zoetis, the sale of liquid biopsy platform Inivata to NeoGenomics for $390 million, and the sale of sound recognition developer Audio Analytic.Cambridgeis best known for producing several significant companies including ARM Holdings, Abcam, Darktrace, and Bicycle Therapeutics.

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - DECEMBER 15: UFC CEO Dana White is seen on stage during the UFC 2024 seasonal ... [+] press conference at MGM Grand Garden Arena on December 15, 2023 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Chris Unger/Zuffa LLC via Getty Images)Zuffa LLC via Getty ImagesStakes are high in every fight in the UFC. Sometimes, the stakes can be even higher for fighters who are in must-win situations.Saturdays show at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas is chock-full of fighters who need to win in the worst way. Some or all of them could find themselves released the following week without a victory.Here are the six fighters desperately in need of a victory.Cody BrundageDENVER, COLORADO - JULY 13: Cody Brundage waits backstage during the UFC Fight Night event at Ball ... [+] Arena on July 13, 2024 in Denver, Colorado. (Photo by Mike Roach/Zuffa LLC via Getty Images)Zuffa LLC via Getty ImagesThe 30-year-old from Chaplin, South Carolina needs to show something on Saturday against Julian Marquez. Their fight is the co-main event because it could be a great scrap, and not because either man has a great chance to become a contender.Brundage hasnt won a fight since his spectacular slam KO victory over Zach Reese in December 2023. However, Bo Nickal easily handled Brundage at UFC 300 in April 2024, and the latter might have found a way out of another loss to Abdul Razak Alhassan in July 2024.Brundage took an elbow to the back of the head while grounded, and he told the referee and doctor he was unable to continue. There was some speculation that Brundage took the bail out to avoid another loss.On Saturday, hes got to find a way to come up with a win. If a loss doesnt get him released, it likely puts him one more defeat away. Brundages current record in the UFC is 4-5-1.Julian MarquezLAS VEGAS, NEVADA - MARCH 04: Julian Marquez reacts after his loss to Marc-Andre Barriault of Canada ... [+] in a middleweight fight during the UFC 285 event at T-Mobile Arena on March 04, 2023 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Jeff Bottari/Zuffa LLC via Getty Images)Zuffa LLC via Getty ImagesIt would appear Marquez is definitely in a win-or-go-home situation. Hes currently riding a three-fight losing streak, and all of the defeats came via KO. If he loses to Brundage, Marquezs record will fall to 9-6 overall, and thatll be 3-5 in the UFC.Thats not a good look.Austen LaneLAS VEGAS, NEVADA - APRIL 27: Austen Lane has his hands wrapped prior to his fight during the UFC ... [+] Fight Night event at UFC APEX on April 27, 2024 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Mike Roach/Zuffa LLC via Getty Images)Zuffa LLC via Getty ImagesJob security for fringe UFC heavyweights has been fragileto say the least. No division has seen as many ranked fighters released in the past yearlet alone the unranked combatants who have been given their walking papers.Lane, 37, won his last fight, as he is the man who hammered the final nail in Robelis Despaignes UFC coffin. However, before that, Lane had lost two in a row and was on a three-fight winless streak.If Lane loses to talented newcomer Mario Pinto, he might be indirectly losing his spot on the roster.Andrea LeeBOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - AUGUST 19: (R-L) Natalia Silva of Brazil punches Andrea Lee in a flyweight ... [+] fight during the UFC 292 event at TD Garden on August 19, 2023 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Cooper Neill/Zuffa LLC via Getty Images)Zuffa LLC via Getty ImagesIn perhaps the most up-and-shut case on the card, Lee, who faces JJ Aldrich, is sitting on a nasty five-fight losing streak. The 36-year-old hasnt won a fight since November 2021. A six-fight losing streak for a 36-year-old flyweight is arguably the clearest formula for release in the UFC.Montana De La RosaLAS VEGAS, NEVADA - FEBRUARY 27: Montana De La Rosa battles Mayra Bueno Silva of Brazil in a ... [+] flyweight bout during the UFC Fight Night event at UFC APEX on February 27, 2021 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Jeff Bottari/Zuffa LLC)Zuffa LLCDe La Rosa is still pretty young at 30, and she beat Lee in her last fight back in June 2024. However, De La Rosas 13-9-1 record is going to look even worse if it gets to 13-10-1.Double-digit losses for a 30-year-old are a tough resume. De La Rosa draws Luana Carolina, who is on a three-fight win streak. You have to think its possibleif not likelythat De La Rosa is out if she doesnt win.Here is a look at the complete card for UFC Vegas 103.It is set for March 1, and the fights start at 4 p.m. ET.Manel Kape vs. Asu Almabayev FlyweightCody Brundage vs. Julian Marquez MiddleweightNasrat Haqparast vs. Esteban Ribovics LightweightAusten Lane vs. Mario Pinto HeavyweightWilliam Gomis vs. Hyder Amil FeatherweightDanny Barlow vs. Sam Patterson WelterweightRicardo Ramos vs. Chepe Mariscal FeatherweightDouglas Silva de Andrade vs. John Castaeda BantamweightAndrea Lee vs. JJ Aldrich FlyweightLucas Almeida vs. Danny Silva FeatherweightMontana De La Rosa vs. Luana Carolina FlyweightCharles Johnson vs. Ramazan Temirov Flyweight

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Researchers gave stray dogs a choice of three bowls of different coloursAnamitra Roy et al. 2025Street dogs in India appear to love yellow. In an experiment, the free-ranging canines approached an empty yellow bowl around three times more than a nearby blue or grey bowl, even when those other bowls held food.The findings suggest that dogs could have an innate attraction to yellow colouring or possibly that they recognise yellow as the colour of peoples thrown-out food, says Anindita Bhadra at the Indian Institute of Science Education and Research in Kolkata.

Kayla Barnes-Lentz is 33 but says biohacking has helped her reverse her biological age by 11 years.She views sleeping and red light therapy as biohacks, and says they are her favorite. Many of Barnes-Lentz's longevity treatments are experimental.Kayla Barnes-Lentz wants to live to 150.And, according to her calculations of her "biological age," she's making good progress. The 33-year-old longevity clinic owner and podcaster, based in Los Angeles,In contrast to chronological age, biological age is a measure of how healthy cells, tissues, and organs appear to be. Barnes-Lentz uses experimental treatments to try to live to 150, including a vibration plate. Magdalena Wosinska Barnes-Lentz has a lengthy list of experimental treatments she does to optimize her health and try to live longer from taking cold plunges to standing on vibration plates to breathing in hydrated air which means she's essentially biohacking most of the day.But of all her biohacks, she has two favorites.Sleep"Sleep is the foundation of health," Barnes-Lentz said. "Going to bed early and getting high-quality sleep is a game changer for energy levels, focus, motivation, and overall feeling."She and her husband, Warren Lentz, wind down for the night by watching TV and cuddling. They go to bed at 8:30 p.m. most nights. Kayla Barnes-Lentz and her husband, Warren Lentz, in their sauna. Masha Maltsava Research suggests that getting less than seven to eight hours of sleep a night is associated with a higher risk of chronic diseases, such as type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and depression, as well as issues with focusing and reacting. But 36.8% of Americans get less than seven hours sleep a night, according to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.Some biohackers spend thousands on sleep hygiene products and tech that isn't proven. Barnes-Lentz uses an Oura ring to track her sleep quality, but otherwise, she keeps things simple: she gets eight hours a night and never uses her phone in bed.Business Insider previously reported on how to get the best sleep possible.Red light therapyBarnes-Lentz's favorite tech-based biohack is red light therapy. Her at-home sauna has an in-built red light, so she can do both at the same time. Barnes-Lentz and her husband doing red light therapy. Masha Maltsava She said red light therapy improves the functioning of the mitochondria, or the parts of cells that produce energy,Barnes-Lentz has also posted on Instagram about how she uses red light therapy to reduce skin aging and inflammation.It has shown some potential for improving the appearance of skin, such as reducing scars, acne, and wrinkles, but more research is needed to guarantee that it's effective, according to the Cleveland Clinic.Some people buy $150,000 red light therapy beds or do red light therapy treatments at spas or medical centers. Barnes-Lentz combines red light therapy with time in her sauna, which she does every morning.

Jeff Goldblum and Emilie LivingstonJeff Goldblum and Emilie Livingston at the 2025 SAG Awards. Robyn Beck / AFP Jeff Goldblum and his wife, Canadian dancer Emilie Livingston, arrived at the event hand in hand.Goldblum wore a dark suit with a bowtie and a green scarf, while Livingston opted for a bejeweled silver gown.Jonathan Scott and Zooey DeschanelJonathan Scott and Zooey Deschanel at the 2025 SAG Awards. Robyn Beck / AFP Jonathan Scott and Zooey Deschanel are a match made for the red carpet. The couple showed up in coordinated black-and-white outfits with bowties.Adrien Brody and Georgina ChapmanAdrien Brody and Georgina Chapman at the 2025 SAG Awards. Taylor Hill/FilmMagic Adrien Brody, who was nominated for best male actor for his role in "The Brutalist," and his partner Georgina Chapman opted for matching monochromatic looks for the red carpet.Brody wore a black tuxedo with a bowtie, while Chapman was in a sculptural strapless gown from her own clothing label, Marchesa.David and Emma GyasiDavid and Emma Gyasi at the 2025 SAG Awards. Amy Sussman/Getty Images David Gyasi wore a simple black suit with a high-neck white shirt, while his wife, Emma Gyasi, nearly stole the spotlight from him in a stunning red gown.William Jackson Harper and Ali AhnWilliam Jackson Harper and Ali Ahn at the SAG Awards red carpet. Amy Sussman/Getty Images William Jackson Harper and Ali Ahn stood out from the crowd in their outfits.Harper looked dapper in his embossed navy-colored suit, while Ahn wore a cream gown with feathered shoulder details.Zoe Saldaa and Marco PeregoZoe Saldaa and Marco Perego at the 2025 SAG Awards. Kevin Mazur/Kevin Mazur/Getty Images Zoe Saldaa, who won best supporting actress for her role in "Emilia Prez," looked stunning in her black velvet gown with bejeweled ruffled detailing.Her husband, Marco Perego, an Italian film producer, opted for a more subdued gray suit with an olive-colored polka dot shirt.Leighton Meester and Adam BrodyLeighton Meester and Adam Brody at the 2025 SAG Awards. Neilson Barnard/Getty Images Leighton Meester and Adam Brody were both decked out in earth tones as they hit the SAG Awards red carpet together.Meester wore a strapless dark green gown with cut-out details, while Brody wore a brown suit with a black tie.

PGA TOUR Studios / Foster + PartnersSave this picture! Nigel YoungUnited StatesArchitects: Foster + PartnersAreaArea of this architecture projectArea:112000 ftYearCompletion year of this architecture project Year: 2024 PhotographsPhotographs:Nigel Young More SpecsLess SpecsSave this picture!Sustainability -Energy & Carbon -Mobility & Connectivity -Save this picture!Save this picture!Save this picture!Water - 100% effective management for the 98th percentile of rainwater events, ensuring no runoff impacts neighbouring environments100% reduction in outdoor water use, due to an innovative combination of landscaping and irrigation strategies.50% reduction in potable water use for indoor applications, setting a benchmark for efficient resource use.Save this picture!Materials & Waste - The design exceeds LEED requirements by utilising products with robust environmental impact reporting and human health impact reporting, ensuring the building's long-term sustainability and occupant safetyBiophilic design elements are incorporated into the design, such as natural materials, indoor greenery, and outdoor views, fostering a connection to nature and enhancing occupant well-being.Save this picture!Land & Ecology -Wellbeing - 68% of regularly occupied spaces are illuminated by natural daylight, reducing reliance on artificial lighting while enhancing user experience and well-being.Save this picture!Save this picture!Culture & Heritage - The design celebrates the history of PGA TOUR, and FedExCup memorabilia, such as tournament tee markers and hats, are displayed on the walls. Framed sheet music from the Championship theme and still images from the recording session are displayed near the sound recording studiosProsperity - The overall economic impact of the PGA TOURin Northeast Florida exceeds $1 billion inannual impact. The estimated additional benefit of the new construction of the production studio is projected to add $112 million in total impact.Save this picture!Save this picture!Planning for Change - The building accommodates growing production demands, capable of monitoring and displaying thousands of video and audio feeds, all capturing action from up to 144 cameras or live feedsThe studios have been designed with format-agnostic hardware and software to comply with present and future requirements.Production and Audio Control Rooms are designed for flexibility and can be used for any program.Structural System -Save this picture!Project gallerySee allShow lessAbout this officeFoster + PartnersOfficePublished on February 24, 2025Cite: "PGA TOUR Studios / Foster + Partners" 24 Feb 2025. ArchDaily. Accessed . <https://www.archdaily.com/1027206/pga-tour-studios-foster-plus-partners&gt ISSN 0719-8884Save!ArchDaily?You've started following your first account!Did you know?You'll now receive updates based on what you follow! Personalize your stream and start following your favorite authors, offices and users.Go to my stream

South Yarra House / Pandolfini ArchitectsSave this picture! Rory GardinerArchitects: Pandolfini ArchitectsYearCompletion year of this architecture project Year: 2024 PhotographsPhotographs:Rory Gardiner, Lillie ThompsonManufacturersBrands with products used in this architecture project Manufacturers: Simone HaagMore SpecsLess SpecsSave this picture!Text description provided by the architects. The South Yarra House presents as a bold, impenetrable object. Deceptively simple in form, its robust materiality provides a protective shield for the inhabitants and a vessel for the sculptural forms and delicate materiality within. The journey through the house, comprised over four levels, is shaped by the sense of compression and expansion.Save this picture!Save this picture!Passing under the concrete facade which appears to float over the front garden and a delicate ribbon of patterned glass the double height foyer space is revealed. Enclosed, a spiral staircase and the curved form of the main living space protruding into the space as an abstract, brick form. Beyond the foyer space, a juxtaposition of materials unfolds; the raw concrete faade, black timber battens lining walls, monoliths of marble and granite, natural zinc cladding, juxtaposed by warming American oak, creamy Krause brick, aged brass details and polished venetian plaster with curvaceous ceiling junctions. The contradiction of soft materiality balances the predominant raw and robust material palette, enhancing and complimenting the interplay of light and dark throughout the home.Save this picture!Save this picture!Save this picture!Save this picture!A large terrace and swimming pool extends from the main living area over lush garden arrangements on the ground plane, creating a unified dialogue between architecture and landscape. The curated planting moments soften the bold materiality and scale of the built form, whilst the selection of eccentric planting adds to the spectacle of the architecture.Save this picture!Save this picture!Save this picture!Designing the home with the notion of curiosity and discovery, eclectic materials and intricately detailed sculptural elements create a series of experiential discoveries that fill the home with constant encounters of rooms and spaces which were initially imperceptible. These gestures facilitate a dynamic refuge for the inhabitants, behind an unbeknown concrete faade.Save this picture!Project gallerySee allShow lessAbout this officePublished on February 24, 2025Cite: "South Yarra House / Pandolfini Architects" 24 Feb 2025. ArchDaily. Accessed . <https://www.archdaily.com/1026961/south-yarra-house-pandolfini-architects&gt ISSN 0719-8884Save!ArchDaily?You've started following your first account!Did you know?You'll now receive updates based on what you follow! Personalize your stream and start following your favorite authors, offices and users.Go to my stream

Project Files: https://www.patreon.com/posts/122976132 . This is the 27th episode of the unreal engine multiplayer strategy game series we are working on. Here we are going to work on how to coordinate the movement of units that composed on multiple selected actors. With multiple actors selected, when issuing a move-to command, the unit will asses the destination points grid and they will decide the most efficient way to reach that destination considering the distance from each point to each character. What selected character goes to what point will be decided to minimize the total movement time. Don't miss a beat! Watch my full Unreal Engine 5 strategy top-down game playlist now: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNTm9yU0zou4Eulmi8YIfzHiNZEzfbSMk // ! https://www.patreon.com/codelikeme Patrons will have access to project files of all the stuff I do in the channel and other extra benefitsJoin this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClb6Jh9EBV7a_Nm52Ipll_Q/join Like my facebook page for more content : https://www.facebook.com/gamedevelopersclub/ Follow me on twitter : https://twitter.com/CodeLikeMe2 Follow me on reddit : https://www.reddit.com/user/codelikeme #CodeLikeMe #unrealengine #ue5 #indiegamedev

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