Mysterious glow in the Milky Way may be evidence of dark matter
Researchers at Johns Hopkins may have identified a compelling clue in their ongoing search to prove the existence of dark matter. The mysterious diffuse glow of gamma rays near the center of the Milky Way galaxy has puzzled researchers for decades, trying to figure out whether the light is coming from colliding dark matter particles […]
Working with nature for integrated pest management
With the help of EU-funded researchers, farmers across Europe are introducing smarter, more integrated pest management that protects crops and reduces chemicals without compromising profits. In Tulinha, a small, sunny town north of Lisbon, farmer Bruno Neves proudly walks through fields and greenhouses filled with lettuce and cucumbers. During Christmas time, traditional Portuguese Christmas cabbage […]
Cutting through the noise of space to find distant Earth-like planets
EU-funded researchers are developing a powerful new telescope that will help discover Earth-like planets around distant stars and advance the search for extraterrestrial life. Among the billions of galaxies and stars in the universe, Earth is the only place where life is known to exist. But the desire to discover other living worlds has led […]
Wetlands and fungi bring breakthrough to PFAS removal
Wetlands have long been recognized as Earth’s natural filtration systems, trapping sediment and purifying water, turning pollutants into safer compounds. Now, new research reveals that these critical ecosystems may hold the key to combating one of today’s most profound environmental challenges: the removal of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), often referred to as the “forever […]
Revolutionizing flexible perovskite solar cells
The Horizon Europe PEARL project has made significant progress towards the goal of developing the next generation of flexible perovskite solar cells. Perovskite materials are a popular option for research and development (R&D) activities around the world because they offer material richness, light absorption capacity, and low cost of production. In particular, researchers have been […]
How time crystals could power advanced quantum computers
Researchers at Aalto University’s Department of Applied Physics have for the first time connected a time crystal to another system outside of itself. The study describes how the researchers turned time crystals into opto-mechanical systems that could be used to develop highly accurate sensors and memory systems for quantum computers, greatly increasing their capabilities. Jelle […]
iCOMAT launches world-leading UK space manufacturing hub
The UK’s space manufacturing ambitions have reached new heights with the official opening of the Advanced Composites Manufacturing Enterprise (ACMA) in Hardwick, Gloucester. The state-of-the-art facility, developed by iCOMAT, a spin-out from the University of Bristol, is expected to create more than 2,000 skilled jobs and place the UK at the forefront of next-generation spacecraft […]
Accelerating Québec’s advanced materials ecosystem
Marie-Pierre Ippersiel, CEO and President of PRIMA Québec, explains how the organisation is working to drive innovation in advanced materials within Québec and beyond. Used in energy, transport, health, defence, technology, and many more sectors, advanced materials play a crucial role in today’s world. They are new or improved materials that offer greater performance than […]
£30m partnership between Toyota and UK to boost zero-emission vehicle research and development
The UK Government and Toyota are collaborating on a ground-breaking £30m investment to accelerate the development of zero-emission vehicles. The initiative, led by Toyota in partnership with UK academia and emerging technology companies, aims to foster electric vehicle innovation, support skilled engineering jobs and strengthen the UK’s position at the forefront of clean vehicle technology. […]
How AI and NBS are transforming urban runoff management
Urban runoff is one of the invisible problems that affects us all. Every time it rains, water flowing through city streets and industrial areas picks up a variety of pollutants, from heavy metals to pharmaceuticals, microplastics, and other emerging pollutants. These substances are transported into rivers and streams, silently impairing water quality, threatening ecosystems, and […]