UK HPC data center reduces emissions by 75% with renewable energy
The rapid rise of AI and cloud computing has put one uncomfortable issue in the spotlight. The question is: Can the infrastructure powering this boom grow without overwhelming the energy system? A high performance computing (HPC) data center in the UK may have found a reliable answer. By fundamentally rethinking the way we procure electricity, […]
ESA promotes HydroRON optical communications project
Efforts to transform the way data moves between Earth and orbit are gaining momentum as the European Space Agency (ESA) advances its HydRON program. The effort, which stands for High thRoughput Optical Network, aims to use laser-based optical communications to deliver data faster and more securely than traditional systems, bringing fiber-like connectivity to space. At […]
Antibiotic resistance genes present in newborns within 72 hours of birth
Analysis of meconium samples from 105 newborns revealed the presence of microbial genetic material, including antibiotic resistance genes (ARGs), raising concerns about the effects of maternal hospitalization and other exposure factors on the newborns’ intestines. A study presented at ESCMID Global 2026, led by Professor Elias Iosifidis of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, and involving more […]
The power of citizen-led energy networks
How can we all enjoy decent, affordable, and comfortable temperatures in our homes? Locally produced renewable heating and cooling networks will fight energy poverty, increase comfort, make cities sustainable, and increase the Commonwealth’s energy independence and competitiveness in challenging times. Sofia, a single mother who lives on the top floor of an apartment, and Klaus, […]
PFAS in tap water damages embryo development
New research from the University of Adelaide has found that even low levels of PFAS chemicals in tap water – levels currently considered safe – can severely inhibit embryo development. The study, conducted in female mice, suggests that routine exposure can cause permanent reproductive damage, and that potential effects can spread across generations. Per- and […]
Biomass gasification converts waste into renewable energy for Africa
REFFECT AFRICA integrates renewable energy solutions based on biomass gasification technology to optimize the relationship between water, energy and food. It converts agricultural waste into bioenergy, potable water and biochar through three demonstration plants in Ghana, Morocco and South Africa. Demographically, Africa’s population is expected to grow significantly, increasing from approximately 1.2 billion in 2018 […]
NPL deploys NVIDIA Ising AI to scale quantum computing
The UK’s National Physical Laboratory (NPL) has deployed NVIDIA Ising AI to streamline quantum calibration. NPL is bringing NVIDIA-powered artificial intelligence to quantum computer measurement and calibration, a step designed to support the advancement of technology from experimental systems to scalable platforms. Central to this effort is the integration of NVIDIA Ising tools into NPL’s […]
Combating pollution at the source
Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) have become one of the most persistent environmental concerns of the past decade. Often described as “eternal chemicals,” these substances share a defining characteristic that is highly problematic: extremely strong carbon and fluorine bonds that resist natural degradation. For many years, the focus has been on removing PFAS from drinking […]
UK’s £500m sovereign AI initiative supports domestic AI innovators
The UK government has launched an ambitious £500m initiative to strengthen its position in artificial intelligence (AI), putting homegrown start-ups at the heart of its AI strategy. The program, branded Sovereign AI, is designed to fund British founders, accelerate innovation and ensure the UK maintains control of a technology that is increasingly linked to both […]
New ALIGN consortium addresses governance issues in genomic technology
A new joint project coordinated by the University of Bayreuth will systematically address the legal, social and ethical issues surrounding new genomic technologies (NGT) in plant breeding. As new genomic technologies and methods, such as CRISPR/Cas, are developed, new procedures and policies are required to ensure that science complies with legal, ethical, and social standards. […]