Cutting-edge applied research in key agri-food fields
Canada’s top research university seeks international partners to advance applied research in food, agriculture and bioeconomy. Canada’s number one research university Niagara University (North Carolina) has established itself as a Canadian leader in applied research. North Carolina holds the No. 1 national ranking for research funding for the second year in a row, ending a […]
Addressing key challenges in the UK’s materials and mining sectors
Dr Colin Church, Chief Executive of the Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining, provides insights into the role of the materials sector in delivering the UK Government’s Plan for Change. In December 2024, the UK Government published its Plan for Change: Milestones for a mission-led government. Core elements of this plan include making Britain a […]
£6.9m investment planned to transform UK satellite communications
The UK Space Agency is investing £6.9m in satellite communications that will transform connectivity and secure the UK’s position as Europe’s space leader. The funding will support five ground-breaking projects through the European Space Agency’s (ESA) ARTES (Advanced Research in Telecommunications Systems) program to develop breakthrough satellite communications, from faster connectivity to lunar missions. These […]
EuroHPC JU: Driving Europe’s digital future
Anders Jensen, Executive Director of EuroHPC JU, explains how the European High Performance Computing Joint Undertaking is helping accelerate innovation high performance computing across Europe. High performance computing (HPC) is at the heart of Europe’s digital transformation, driving innovation, scientific discovery, and industrial competitiveness. Using supercomputers and computer clusters to solve advanced computational problems, HPC […]
Biosolutions: Designing a sustainable future
Linda Bedenik, Senior Policy and Communications Manager at the British Bioindustry Association (BIA), explores the topic of biosolutions and how they are helping to drive a more sustainable future in the UK and beyond. The climate crisis requires urgent and comprehensive mobilization across all sectors of the global economy. While conversations often center on decarbonization […]
Expanding European hydrogen refueling infrastructure
In 2026, the H2REF-DEMO project will demonstrate and test hydrogen compression technology, moving towards providing reliable hydrogen refueling systems for heavy-duty vehicles. Europe’s transition to a net-zero economy relies on clean and reliable hydrogen infrastructure that can support both light and heavy mobility. Continued investment, research and innovation in hydrogen technology is clearly needed to […]
Emerging wireless technology hub
Oulu leverages its heritage in wireless technology and strengthens its position as a high-tech ecosystem in Europe, with a thriving semiconductor industry focused on innovation, collaboration and education to meet demand. Finland is emerging as a major player in the global semiconductor landscape, driven by the ambitious Chips from the North initiative, which will strengthen […]
How US and UK cooperation can secure commercial fusion energy
Special Competitive Research Projects (SCSP) Chairman Jiri Bajraktari and Deputy Director for Fusion Nicholas Furst reflected on the United States’ role in the global fusion field and emphasized that international cooperation and coordination is essential for commercial fusion energy. The global race for fusion energy began in December 2022, when researchers at the U.S. National […]
Nanize is leading the way in PFAS-free coatings
As governments tighten regulations on permanent chemicals, manufacturers around the world are racing to find safer, higher-performing alternatives. One company, Nanize, has advanced PFAS-free coatings beyond many traditional non-stick technologies and is emerging as a frontrunner in this new era. Utilizing cutting-edge polysilazane chemistry, Nanize is rapidly becoming the preferred partner for automotive, aerospace, electronics, […]
Small satellites that have a big impact
MANTIS Mission Manager Marina Mercè reflects on the recently completed MANTIS mission, which provided high-resolution imagery and AI insights for the energy, mining and environmental sectors. Open Cosmos, a space company that uses space to solve global challenges, recently celebrated the successful completion of the MANTIS (Mission for Terrestrial Imaging Services and Agile Microsatellites) mission, […]