Promoting youth participation to address physical inactivity
The YoPA project team will discuss youth-led participatory research aimed at tackling physical inactivity, non-communicable diseases and health inequalities. The growing crisis of physical inactivity among young people is a global public health concern, disproportionately impacting the most vulnerable. As society grapples with the prevalence of sedentary behavior and related health inequalities, it is clear […]
FIDRA certifies plastic and PFAS-free food packaging brand DeliPak
Delipack develops plastic-free and PFAS-free Smart-Safe© packaging solutions that address environmental concerns, with support from retailers and policy makers. Delipack, an international food packaging paperboard manufacturer, is building its brand on the Smart-Safe© sustainability concept. The company offers an impressive array of environmentally award-winning packaging solutions, including plastic-free and PFAS-free barriers that are recyclable, compostable, […]
Kaplan Fund Innovation Prize Awarded to Plantaer, NewLab’s Rising Star
In a pivotal step towards a truly sustainable future for our urban landscapes, Plantaer, a pioneering materials-design company, has been honored with the prestigious 2025 J.M.K. Innovation Prize. Operating from the vibrant ecosystem of the Brooklyn Navy Yard’s Newlab venture platform. The J.M.K. Innovation Prize, a biennial award from The J.M. Kaplan Fund, is a […]
Solar power in security and defense systems
Solar power represents an innovative alternative to traditional power sources in terms of enhancing safety and control through remote monitoring systems and its important applications in security and defense. Is it possible that tiny electronic devices made of semiconductor layers just a few micrometers thick could protect people and property? Yes, but in a completely […]
The US leads on PFAS litigation: Will other countries follow?
The US leads in PFAS litigation, providing significant relief for PFAS contamination. Will Canada and the UK follow this example? Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) is a hot topic, gaining widespread public attention. A search of the term ‘PFAS’ on Google yields over 23 million results in under one second. The ‘forever chemicals’ nickname has […]
Building Europe’s bioeconomy with precision fermentation
Dr Harry J. Barraza, Co-founder and COO of PFxBiotech, discusses how Europe’s strategies are scaling precision fermentation to deliver sustainable, human-relevant proteins like lactoferrin, transforming food, health, and bioeconomy systems. Europe’s food and health systems are entering a decisive decade. Precision fermentation (PF) and engineered biology are rapidly moving from promising lab concepts to scalable, […]
New UK task force set up to empower more women in technology careers
Women across the UK will be given more support to enter, stay and lead in UK technology with the launch of the Women in Technology Taskforce by Technology Secretary Liz Kendall. This follows the inaugural meeting of the Women in Key Technology Task Force held at the British Science Association on Monday. The UK’s technology […]
EU car package relaxes CO2 emission standards
Europe’s automotive sector has long been a pillar of industrial strength, supporting millions of jobs and supporting innovation across the continent. But with increasing global competition and rapidly evolving technology, the European Commission says a policy reset is needed. The newly launched Automotive Package directly responds to manufacturers’ demands for clearer rules, reduced administrative burden […]
EuroHPC JU launches public offering of 4 million euros to transform HPC system benchmarks
The European High Performance Computing Joint Venture (EuroHPC JU) has announced a major new funding round to reshape the way High Performance Computing (HPC) systems are benchmarked and evaluated across Europe. This initiative, backed by a budget of €4 million under the Horizon Europe program, aims to establish a robust, transparent and future-proof benchmarking methodology […]
Data-driven innovation to improve animal health
vHive is a strategic partnership that leverages data-driven innovation to improve animal health outcomes. Data-driven research is important for disease prevention and overall improvement of animal health. The Veterinary Health Innovation Engine (vHive) is a strategic partnership between the University of Surrey and Zoetis, the world’s largest animal health company. We take a multidisciplinary approach […]