Tackling the challenges of engineering with plasma science
Katharina Stapelmann from North Carolina State University discusses the unique capabilities of low-temperature plasmas for addressing some of the biggest industry challenges. Many of the outstanding engineering achievements of the last century are taken for granted today, e.g., computers, the internet, etc. The National Academy of Engineering has identified 14 game-changing goals to address new […]
UCB launches UK’s first battery manufacturing skills path
University College Birmingham (UCB) has officially launched the UK’s first fully certified battery manufacturing skill pathway (B-MSP). Developed in response to the growing demand for skilled battery manufacturing professionals, this innovative program aims to bridge the industry’s skills gaps while supporting the transition to net-zero. Rt Hunt Hunt, Minister of Energy Security and Net Zero, […]
DESI data provide mount evidence for the evolution of dark energy
New analysis of data collected over three years by the Dark Energy Spectroscopy (DESI) collaboration provides strong evidence that dark energy evolves in unexpected ways. It was long considered a “cosmological constant,” but now dark energy appears to have evolved over time. This is controversial in previous datasets. Dr. Mustafa Ishak Bouzaki, professor of physics […]
£1 million AI Award winner speeds up advanced material development
The UK’s AI-driven innovation, which dramatically speeds up the development of advanced materials used in wind turbines and electric vehicle batteries, has won the UK’s £1 million Manchester Award. Advanced materials are essential to modern life, from metal alloys that reinforce bridges and skyscrapers to batteries that power electric vehicles. But developing them has traditionally […]
NCSC launches a roadmap for post-encrypted migration after Quantum
The rapid advances in quantum computing are set to revolutionize technology, but pose a major threat to current encryption methods. In response, the UK’s National Cybersecurity Centre (NCSC), part of the GCHQ, has issued new guidelines to help organizations prepare for the post-Quantum era. The goal is to ensure that sensitive data remains protected against […]
Canada is investing $49 million in HTEC’s hydrogen liquefaction facility
As the world moves towards cleaner energy solutions, Canada is taking critical action to solidify its leadership in sustainable innovation. Recognizing the urgent need to reduce carbon emissions and invest in renewable energy sources, the federal government is supporting projects that promote economic growth while increasing environmental sustainability. One such transformational initiative is a significant […]
Create a sun box with a fusion reactor
Fusion reactors are very promising as a future energy source, but can materials be designed to withstand the power of such artificial stars? A specialized facility built in a Dutch laboratory demonstrates how small labs create large splashes for fusion science. “Where are you preparing for the next shot?” Scientists and engineers wait for the […]
A gentle approach to virtual fencing: Prioritising animal welfare
Through a carefully designed training process, Nofence, the world’s first commercial virtual fencing system, ensures that animals adapt quickly and stress-free. Livestock management has traditionally relied on physical fencing for controlled grazing, requiring farmers to invest considerable time and effort into building, maintaining, and repairing barriers. While effective infrastructure is key to managing grazing, physical […]
NWO Fund 5 Netherlands Project tackles antibiotic resistance of 4.5 million euros
To combat the growing threat of antibiotic resistance, the Dutch Research Council (NWO) has teamed up with the Department of Health and Human Services (VWS) to allocate 4.53 million euros to five cutting-edge research projects. These initiatives were launched under the “Antibial Drugs in the Preclinical Pipeline” programme and aim to accelerate the development of […]
New Euclidean Telescope Data Unlocks the Mysteries of the Dark Universe
Thanks to the latest data from the Euclidean telescope, the vast, mysterious, dark universe is becoming a more sharp focus. Thanks to Euclidean, scientists are closer than ever, and have come to understand dark matter and dark energy. With the UK playing a vital role, this groundbreaking mission is set to change astrophysics and reconstruct […]