UK small modular nuclear reactor contract signed with Rolls-Royce
The UK’s commitment to next-generation nuclear energy has taken a decisive step, with Great British Energy Nuclear (GBE-N) officially signing a contract with Rolls-Royce SMR. The agreement marks the formal start of detailed design work on the UK’s first small modular nuclear reactor, which will form the basis of the Government’s long-term clean energy strategy. […]
Teenage and young adult cancer survivors have twice the risk of developing cancer in the future
Researchers who studied cancer survivors for 34 years observed that adolescent and young adult cancer survivors were at increased risk for primary neoplasms (new cancers that develop after an earlier cancer). The Alberta Adolescent and Young Adult Cancer Survivors Study includes all people in Alberta aged 15 to 39 who were diagnosed with a first […]
High PFAS exposure during pregnancy is associated with childhood asthma
A large Swedish study has identified a remarkable link between PFAS exposure during pregnancy and a higher risk of childhood asthma, adding to growing concerns about the long-term health effects of these persistent chemicals. Researchers at Lund University analyzed data on more than 11,000 children born in Blekinge, Sweden, between 2006 and 2013, focusing on […]
Centennial University Leads Paramedic Education with SimRig
Advanced ambulance simulation technology is transforming paramedic education at Centennial University, providing students with immersive training that reflects real-world emergency medical situations. Preparing future paramedics for the rapidly changing world of emergency medical services (EMS) requires more than just classroom learning. We need realistic, practical training that reflects the pressures of the field. That’s why […]
PoET telescope makes first observation in exoplanet research
The Paranal Solar ESPRESSO Telescope (PoET) collects sunlight and redirects it to ESO’s ESPRESSO instrument to obtain highly detailed spectra of both the entire Sun and specific regions such as sunspots. These observations will be key to understanding the “noise” that similar features of other stars introduce into observations aimed at detecting surrounding exoplanets. PoET, […]
Heavy metals fall, but PFAS levels soar in Svalbard reindeer
Although toxic metals in reindeer populations have declined over the past decade, levels of permanent chemicals have increased dramatically, raising concerns for species that consume reindeer, including polar bears and humans. The Svalbard reindeer is a subspecies of reindeer (or caribou) found only on this island and has been around for at least 5,000 years. […]
Supports £86.5 million hydrogen electrolyser project in South Yorkshire, UK
The UK is moving to strengthen its domestic clean energy capacity with significant investment in hydrogen technology, particularly in South Yorkshire. The funding package is expected to create over 400 jobs and place the region at the forefront of Europe’s hydrogen production infrastructure. At the heart of the announcement is a £40m commitment from Great […]
UK gigafactory investment spurs £700m investment in advanced manufacturing
The UK Government has confirmed a significant expansion in advanced manufacturing, with the UK’s new Gigafactory project supporting over £700m of public and private investment. The facility, being developed by Somerset company Agratas, has secured £380m of government funding and is expected to create around 4,200 jobs. The factory is designed to significantly increase the […]
A new AI dissemination model to speed up drug development
Scientists at the University of Virginia School of Medicine have developed a new drug design method that uses AI diffusion models to identify and adapt to protein movement. A new suite of artificial intelligence-powered tools called YuelDesign, YuelPocket, and YuelBond was created by a team at the University of Virginia School of Medicine to make […]
Smart technology is bringing charging to Europe’s countryside
Improved connectivity is transforming everyday life in rural Europe, from safer commuting to school to cleaner energy, while supporting local economies and reducing emissions. Getting kids ready for school on time can be stressful. The challenge is even greater in Finnish Lapland, where winters are long and snowy, and some students travel long distances by […]