Singapore establishes Horizon Europe Complementary Fund
Singapore has announced a major new initiative, the Horizon Europe Complementary Fund, aimed at strengthening its role in international research collaboration. This announcement is an important step towards increasing the participation of Singapore-based researchers and innovators in Horizon Europe, the European Union’s flagship research and innovation programme. New funding channels for global cooperation The Horizon […]
Green ammonia plant could tackle UK’s energy storage challenges
A new prototype facility to produce green ammonia using renewable electricity has been powered up, marking a major step forward for the UK’s clean energy landscape. A new process allows previously unused energy to be stored in green ammonia as hydrogen molecules. The hydrogen can be extracted later and used to generate electricity at a […]
EU signs groundbreaking agreement to tackle end-of-life vehicles
The European Union has taken a decisive step towards a more sustainable automotive sector, with the European Commission welcoming the interim agreement between the European Parliament and the Council on new regulations covering end-of-life vehicles. The contract represents a major overhaul of how vehicles are designed, manufactured and treated at the end of their useful […]
Received the “SMEs Driving Energy Efficiency Award” out of the three categories of the EUUSEW 2026 Awards
More than 350,000 companies across Europe are expected to improve their energy efficiency. This year, the organizers of European Sustainable Energy Week (EUSEW) are proud to introduce a new award category: the Small and Medium Enterprises Promoting Energy Efficiency Award. This award aims to celebrate the creativity and impact of small and medium-sized enterprises that […]
NHS faces ‘worst-case scenario’ as super flu surges
A dramatic spike in seasonal illnesses has left the NHS in what leaders described as a “worst-case scenario” in December, as cases of superflu and other winter viruses soar across the country. New data shows hospitals are already under extreme strain, heading into their busiest period of winter, and there is no sign that the […]
EU injects 623 million euros to boost German semiconductor manufacturing
The European Commission has given the green light to Germany’s plan to spend 623 million euros on two cutting-edge semiconductor manufacturing projects. This is a move aimed at strengthening Europe’s technological resilience and reducing its dependence on global chip suppliers. The approved funding will support new facilities operated by GlobalFoundries in Dresden and X-FAB in […]
EU announces €14 billion Horizon Europe work program
The European Commission has announced the Horizon Europe work program for 2026-2027, unveiling a €14 billion investment to accelerate research and innovation across the continent. As the final program of the 2021-2027 cycle, it will set the tone for Europe’s scientific priorities in the coming years, from climate neutrality to safe artificial intelligence. Ekaterina Zaharieva, […]
The rise of the space sector in the North East of England
Historically much of the UK’s space industry has been concentrated in London, the South East and a few other established hubs, but the North East is gradually developing a distinct identity in satellite technology, space applications, advanced manufacturing and research. Recent public data and industry sector reports highlight this shift. According to one regional analysis, […]
Proven, scalable innovation redefining PFAS remediation
Australia’s EVOCRA offers patented OzoFractionation® technology with proven remediation to produce low volume PFAS concentrates that are ready for destruction. Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are among the world’s most challenging environmental contaminants, driving global demand for robust, sustainable, and economically viable solutions. Australia’s EVOCRA is leading the way in PFAS removal and destruction through […]
Stop taking probiotics until you understand your gut microbiome
Qures explains why generic probiotics don’t work and how a personalized stool test and meal plan can restore your gut’s natural balance. Interest in the gut microbiome has skyrocketed over the past decade. Ever since Hippocrates famously claimed that “all disease begins in the gut,” we’ve been fascinated by the idea of improving gut performance. […]