Scientists warn of PFAS contamination on UK’s Solent coast
A major new study has found that PFAS contamination is widespread across the Solent coast, with permanently toxic chemicals detected in seawater, marine wildlife, sediment and treated wastewater. Researchers from the University of Portsmouth and the Marine Conservation Society say the UK’s existing regulations fail to protect both ecosystems and public health. The investigation focused […]
The Hartley Center’s role in high-performance computing
Hartley Center Director Kate Royce sat down with Innovation Platform Editor Maddie Hall to discuss the Center’s innovative work, collaborative projects, and the wider impact of the Center’s role in accelerating digital transformation. The Hartley Center plays a vital role in the advancement of high performance computing and digital technology in the UK. Committed to […]
EQT selected to lead €5 billion Scale-Up Europe Fund
The European Innovation Council (EIC) Fund Board has selected EQT as the preferred investment advisor and fund manager for its new Scale Up Europe Fund, a €5 billion initiative aimed at accelerating Europe’s most promising deep tech companies. The appointment is made following a competitive selection process that evaluates companies on their investment expertise, financing […]
US announces review of PFAS strategy with $1 billion drinking water funding push
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is expanding its national PFAS strategy with a new package of drinking water funding, proposed regulations, and new cleanup technologies aimed at permanently reducing exposure to the chemicals. The announcement, made during a PFAS destruction event with U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy Jr., marks […]
First Hydrogen finalizes design and intellectual property protection for enhanced ground drone with amphibious capabilities
First Hydrogen Corp. is pleased to announce the successful completion of critical performance and efficiency optimization design and intellectual property (IP) protection, including amphibious capabilities, for an unmanned ground drone platform (“UGV”). Current UGV technology generally falls into two categories. On the one hand, there are heavy and expensive autonomous vehicles that, while rugged, are […]
Who turned the lights on? The modern impact of light pollution on the night sky
3S Northumbria examines the growing issue of light pollution, highlighting its impact on the visibility of the night sky due to both terrestrial sources and the increasing presence of satellites For millenia, when humans looked upwards to the night sky, they would see the multitude of stars that surround our planet. They would see the […]
Why European fusion must move beyond research to delivery
As innovation takes fusion technology to the next level, Tom Reynolds from the European Fusion Association discusses what Europe should prioritize to stay ahead in the fusion race. Europe’s fusion sector is entering a new phase. Its stages are defined by industrial realization, not scientific possibility. As investment accelerates, supply chains emerge, and governments clarify […]
How NCP_WIDERA.NET supports applicants and national contacts
Learn more about the NCP-WIDERA.NET project and how it supports applicants and NCPs in the expanding aspects of the Horizon Europe program. Building a more inclusive and competitive research and innovation ecosystem across Europe remains a top priority. Although Horizon Europe offers a wide range of funding opportunities, participation levels still vary widely from country […]
Strengthening Europe’s hydrogen storage infrastructure
Hexagon Purus has a proven track record in hydrogen storage across Europe, serving a variety of industries. From hydrogen supply systems serving European industry to emerging marine fuel solutions, Hexagon Purus leverages decades of high pressure gas expertise. Hydrogen storage and distribution track record Hexagon Purus has 60 years of experience in carbon fiber composite […]
Horizon Europe launches €22 million in funding for research and innovation projects
Researchers, universities and innovation institutions across Europe can now apply for €22 million in new Horizon Europe funding under three newly launched calls focused on strengthening research capacity in underperforming regions. The European Commission recognized this opportunity as part of its “Increasing Participation and Diffusion of Excellence” program. The new Horizon Europe funding package includes […]