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Cambridge science has a long and esteemed history. The area is sometimes referred to as Silicon Fen because of the high level of science and technology businesses there. There are several science parks, for example St John’s Innovation Centre and Cambridge Science Park.

There are an abundance of names who made important discoveries whilst studying in Cambridge. These include the likes of Lord Kelvin, Henry Cavendish and Charles Darwin. Sir Isaac Newton discovered the laws of motion here and has an institute named after him that specialises as an international centre for the research of mathematics and theoretical physics, in fact mathematics has always been a strong emphasis at Cambridge University since the 17th century. Henry Cavendish discovered hydrogen here and the Cavendish Laboratory, named after him, specialises in physics. Sir John Cokcroft split the atom and Charles Darwin articulated his theory of natural selection here.

Some of the businesses that have been located here include Sinclair Research and Acorn Computers. Sinclair Research is one of the more famous companies and was led by Sir Clive Sinclair, who deliverd the first mass market computer the ZX81 to the British market. Acorn Computers was in competition with Sinclair’s and was divided into several subsidiaries, one called ARM Holdings that now has dominance in microchips for PDAs and telephones. Aveva initiated the field of computer aided design (CAD) and was formed in 1967 as CADcentre.

The establishment of Cambridge Science Park in 1970 was an important moment in the advance of the technological reach and power of the area. It was founded by Trinity College and was the first science park in the UK. It was built on land originally given to the college by Henry VIII in 1546. The St John’s Innovation Centre is another example of the link between the academic and business; it was founded in 1998 by St John’s College and seeks to provide young businesses with advice and assistance. Organisations that seek to add to Cambridge’s standing and progress and provide networking opportunities have also formed such as the Cambridge Network whose motto is ‘Cambridge Ideas Change the World’.

Andy writes for Knapwell Wood Farm, a bed and breakfast in Cambridge, UK that caters for business executives. Visit today: http://www.knapwellwoodfarm.co.uk

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The Nile river flows from Lake Victoria at Owen falls dam formerly known as the Rippon Falls and into Lake Kyoga. Still the Victoria Nile, it cuts a raucous passage west across Karuma Falls and through the narrow pillars of Murchison Falls towards Lake Albert. Finally the Albert Nile meanders along a slow wide corridor into Southern Sudan.

River Nile is the longest river in Africa with Uganda’s Lake Victoria as its source. The river starts it 6,500km journey to the Mediterranean Sea (Egypt) beside Jinja town (Uganda) and holds the Owen Falls Dam the source of hydro electricity for Uganda with one other dam under construction currently at Bujjagali falls.

 

A tour to the Nile will take you through another life of adventure. There is a golf course unwinding along the banks and the source of the Nile provides a pretty focal point to the flow of water from Lake Victoria’s only outlet. A boat ride out to Samuka Island is another trip of itself, not counting the beautiful fauna you will see along.

A few kilometers further, is Bujagali Falls, the adventurer’s capital with grade-five white water rafting, kayaking, river boarding and mountain-biking. These activities offer a unique way to explore the river banks, passing though farms, forests and villages beside the Nile.

It’s exciting rafting on the River Nile in warm water, massive waves, beautiful scenery, all year round. Challenging the legendary ‘Overtime’ (a 4.5 meters waterfall) and dropping into ‘The Bad Place’ probably the largest commercial rafted hole in the world. Drift quietly in the calm pools between the rapids and marvel at the abundant birdlife.

Buggy jumping at Jinja resort hotel is a life time experience and unforgettable. The Local dances at bujjagali and source of the Nile where John speke stood and spotted the source of the Nile, are an exposure to the indigenous busoga culture and squad biking, kayaking are worthy the trip.

 

Up along the Nile’s course is Lake Kyoga which also feeds the river with fresh water. The course then leads you to the great Murchison Falls, where roars of millions of litres of water dropping form a lullaby. Activities such as spot fishing, game drives and scenic viewing can make your safari to Murchison Falls an exhilarating experience.

Murchison Falls National Park named after the Murchison falls provides boat trips to the foot of the falls that enable you to look at hippos, crocodiles and magnificent bird life. Similar to gorilla safaris, the park at the falls organizes nature walks to the top of the falls for trekking chimpanzees.

 

From this point, River Nile flows though Lake Albert to the northern part of Uganda, to Sudan and finally Egypt were it pours its mass into the Mediterranean Sea.

 

Najjuka is a Uganda safari consultant
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