North East Space Strategy to lead the UK’s space sector
The North East of England has long been synonymous with innovation, from shipbuilding and heavy industry to the digital revolution of recent decades. Now, the region is aiming higher than ever with ambitious plans to become a major player in the UK’s growing space economy. The Northeast Space Strategy outlines a roadmap to transform the […]
New study highlights gender disparities in sepsis treatment
New research focuses on biological and gender differences that shape antibiotic dosage, treatment efficacy, and outcomes in sepsis treatment. It has also drawn attention to how biological sex and gender inequalities may contribute to suboptimal sepsis treatment and impair outcomes for women. Despite advances in early detection and treatment, standardized antibiotic dosing often ignores patient-level […]
Single-use plastic designed to reduce food waste that harms the planet
According to the Action Program on Waste and Resources, UK households produce an estimated 4.7 million tonnes of food waste every year. However, single-use plastic packaging used to reduce food waste poses an even more insidious problem. Once discarded, the single-use plastics that cushion, seal, protect and extend the shelf life of our groceries can […]
Antibiotic discovery brings new hope against drug-resistant bacteria
In a major step forward in the global fight against drug-resistant bacteria, chemists at the University of Warwick and Monash University have discovered a powerful new antibiotic that could help tackle some of the world’s deadliest infections. This compound, called premethylenenomycin C-lactone, has shown potent activity against notorious pathogens such as MRSA (Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus) […]
Sellafield radioactive waste cleanup reaches major milestone
Sellafield teams have successfully removed 70 tonnes of radioactive waste from one of Sellafield’s most hazardous legacy facilities, the Magnox Chip Storage Silo. Removing radioactive waste from this legacy facility is a key step forward in one of the UK’s most difficult nuclear decommissioning operations, as it provides long-term safe interim storage for the waste. […]
Promoting EU innovation in tellurium-free thermoelectric materials
High-performance tetrahedral materials produced in a scalable manner support the EU’s leadership in thermoelectric innovation. The START project is driving European innovation in thermoelectric (TE) materials by pioneering the use of tellurium-free tetrahedrite (TH) materials sourced from mine waste. With strong alignment with EU sustainability goals and circular economy principles, START is entering a pivotal […]
How EPA is leading efforts to combat PFAS pollution
Learn how the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is strengthening national and international efforts to combat PFAS pollution through science-based regulations, global partnerships, community support, and innovative technologies to protect human health and the environment. EPA is committed to combating per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) pollution. This work is guided by the principles of strengthening […]
£55bn of R&D funding will deliver breakthroughs in key areas
In the UK, funding for breakthroughs in research and development will be increased to improve lives, create jobs and grow the economy. From technology to screen baggage at airports to keep people safe, to new medicine that changes lives, the inventors and innovators behind the breakthroughs in UK research and development that drive growth and […]
The truth about EV lifecycle emissions revealed
A major new study brings new clarity to the long-running debate over whether electric vehicles (EVs) can really deliver on their climate promise. Battery electric vehicles (BEVs) begin to outperform traditional gasoline-powered vehicles in EV lifecycle emissions after just two years of use, according to research published by Duke University scientists. Although the initial production […]
From 6G connectivity to sustainable innovation
The 6G4Society project aims to integrate social, environmental and economic values into the development of 6G technology, ensuring that advances in connectivity are consistent with ethical standards and principles of sustainability. The debate around sustainability, digital rights and responsible innovation shows that being technically viable is no longer enough. What matters is not just whether […]