More investment needed in U.S. fusion and plasma technology
A new report sponsored by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) recommends increasing investment in U.S. fusion diagnostic capabilities to accelerate the delivery of commercial fusion power plants. As part of DOE’s Fundamental Research Needs Workshop on Measurement Innovation, experts from academia, private industry, and national laboratories such as PPPL identified critical diagnostic and measurement […]
Chang’e 6 satellite samples reveal solid ground for lunar base
An unprecedented digital analysis of lunar material suggests that more robust regolith could shape plans for the International Lunar Research Station (ILRS). When China’s Chang’e 6 mission delivered material from the far side of the moon to Earth in mid-2024, planetary scientists knew they were looking at something historic. For the first time, researchers were […]
EU launches €75 million sovereign digital infrastructure platform
A new €75 million European initiative aims to reshape the continent’s digital infrastructure by linking telecommunications networks, edge computing sites, cloud platforms and artificial intelligence capabilities under a single federated framework. The project, known as EURO-3C, was introduced at Mobile World Congress 2026 and is supported by the European Commission through the Horizon Europe research […]
Exposure to PFAS is associated with accelerated biological aging in men
A new analysis of US health data suggests that certain “forever chemicals” may have a disproportionate effect on aging in men in midlife. Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, commonly known as PFAS or forever chemicals, may be contributing to accelerated biological aging in middle-aged men, according to a new study based on U.S. population data. The […]
The Longitude Prize on Dementia
Ahead of The Longitude Prize on Dementia in March, The Innovation Platform heard from Ruth Dixon, Programme Lead at Challenge Works, about the five finalists and technology-based tools developed to help individuals with dementia maintain their independence at home. The Longitude Prize on Dementia is a £4.4m prize to drive the creation of personalised, technology-based […]
Improved EV batteries overcome degradation caused by climate change
The electrification of transportation can make a significant contribution to reducing carbon emissions, which could increase global temperatures. However, rising temperatures accelerate the deterioration of EV batteries, so for those considering purchasing an EV, this could be a make-or-break factor. But in a new study led by the University of Michigan, researchers showed that EV […]
E-CoRe reversible computing project targets energy-efficient computing in the EU
The EU-funded E-CoRe initiative aims to reduce digital energy use by fundamentally rethinking computing. Digital infrastructure already consumes a significant portion of the world’s electricity, and demand is increasing with the expansion of artificial intelligence, cloud platforms, and distributed systems. Against this backdrop, a new European research initiative is focusing on reversible computing as a […]
Green hydrogen or lost leadership? Europe must act now
Dr. Thomas Hillig, EUUSEW Digital Ambassador, emphasizes that the EU needs to step up its efforts to accelerate a competitive hydrogen industry to stay ahead of the competition. Europe’s hydrogen economy appears to be caught between lofty ambitions and the realities of a sluggish market. Demand is weak, prices remain high, and infrastructure is still […]
NASA strengthens Artemis mission
As part of the Golden Age of Exploration and Discovery, NASA is increasing the frequency of missions under the Artemis program. The expansion of the Artemis program is aimed at achieving the national goal of returning American astronauts to the Moon and establishing a permanent presence there. This expansion includes standardizing vehicle configurations, adding additional […]
Polymer breakthrough could redefine PFAS removal from water
A recent analysis found that man-made materials outperformed traditional filters, but warned that the environmental impact of manufacturing must be addressed. A new scientific review from Shenyang Agricultural University suggests that specially designed polymeric materials may significantly accelerate the removal of PFAS from drinking water, providing a more targeted approach to capturing the most stubborn […]