Using plasma technology to break down PFAS contaminants
Plasma Blue addresses growing concerns about PFAS contamination by using plasma technology to effectively degrade these harmful chemicals, providing a cost-effective solution to the growing regulatory pressures and health risks associated with “forever chemicals.” Research by the U.S. National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences, the European Commission, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and university […]
UK National Cryogenic Facility Advances Quantum Technology
The UK government has pledged more than £51 million to establish a national cryogenic facility, a move aimed at strengthening the country’s position in quantum technology and advanced materials research. The investment, made through the UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) Infrastructure Fund, will support the development of a large-scale test environment capable of operating at […]
£14m funding accelerates commercialization of UK space technology
UK companies can now apply for up to £14.7 million in funding from the UK Space Agency. This will open up new opportunities to develop cutting-edge space technology and strengthen the UK’s industrial capabilities. The funding is available through the European Space Agency’s (ESA) General Support Technology Program (GSTP), the flagship program for maturing new […]
EU nuclear energy plan to spend €330 million on fusion and reactor research
The European Commission has approved a new two-year research agenda to improve the EU’s nuclear energy capabilities, with a focus on fusion energy, reactor safety and technological independence. The Euratom Research and Training Work Program 2026-2027 outlines more than €330 million in funding to support nuclear innovation as Europe prepares for rising electricity demand and […]
UK and Ukraine officially sign civil space cooperation
The UK and Ukraine have signed a new bilateral agreement to strengthen cooperation in civil space activities, taking an important step in expanding their science and technology ties. A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed in London by UK Space Agency Director General Paul Bate and Ukraine’s Ambassador to the UK Valery Zarzhiny creates a formal […]
AI smart glasses win Dementia Longitude Award
The Longitude Award for Dementia awarded CrossSense a £1 million prize. CrossSense is a personalized AI-powered assistant for smart glasses that identifies everyday objects and guides people with early-stage dementia through daily activities. Smart glasses capture the environment of people living with dementia, and AI interprets that information to help users take the actions that […]
Reusable rail vehicle market expected to reach $263 million by 2036
Vehicles designed for multiple missions and with precise navigation and recovery capabilities are emerging as critical infrastructure for the future of the space economy. The reusable orbital vehicle market is entering a transformative growth phase driven by increasing congestion in orbit and the urgent need for sustainable space operations. The reusable orbital vehicle market, valued […]
Australian researchers develop first practical quantum battery
Australian researchers have reported a working prototype of a quantum battery, marking a remarkable step towards next-generation energy storage technology. The study, published in Nature Light: Science & Applications, provides experimental evidence that quantum systems enable faster charging operations than traditional battery designs. The project was led by Australia’s national science agency, CSIRO, in collaboration […]
Muon detector network for monitoring space and terrestrial weather
gLOWCOST is an international scientific effort aimed at transforming Earth into a large-scale network of low-cost cosmic-ray muon detectors to monitor dynamic changes in space and terrestrial weather. The gLOWCOST project (short for Global Low-Cost Cosmic Ray Muon Detector Network for Monitoring Dynamic Changes in Space and Surface Weather) is a flagship international effort headquartered […]
How agrivoltaics can accelerate Europe’s energy transition
Jiri Bim, EUSEW Digital Ambassador and Head of Permits and Agrivolta at the Czech Solar Association, reveals how Agrivolta offers Europe a practical way to accelerate the adoption of clean energy by combining solar power and agriculture. Across Europe, the race to decarbonize energy systems often collides with land use concerns and slow permitting processes. […]