Portable food allergy device suggests next step towards inclusive food industry
A new portable device can directly detect food allergies and gluten in the diet with laboratory-level accuracy. Announced by Allergen Alert, this feature will allow people with food allergies or celiac disease to autonomously test food wherever they are. Unlike barcode scanners or apps that try to interpret food photos, this pocket-sized minilab utilizes patented […]
Study maps optimal routes to transport EU’s renewable hydrogen
As Europe rushes to build a climate-neutral energy system, renewable hydrogen is increasingly seen as a key pillar of the continent’s decarbonization strategy. But while the focus has largely been on how quickly hydrogen can be produced, a much more complex problem is emerging. The question is: How can we transport hydrogen over long distances […]
Sharing power, energy security: Nordic lessons for Europe
Parvathy Sobha, Brida Mbuwir, and Bart Overdevest discuss how Europe can strengthen energy security by learning from the Nordic model, showing that high penetration of renewable energy, strong grid integration, and coordinated markets can deliver reliable net-zero electricity systems. Renewable energy is transforming Europe’s energy landscape, but the rapid green transition is testing the stability […]
KAIST turns macrophages into a powerful cancer-fighting force
KAIST scientists have developed a breakthrough treatment that turns the body’s own immune cells (macrophages) into targeted cancer-fighting cells directly inside tumors. This innovative approach has the potential to overcome long-standing challenges in the treatment of solid tumors, where dense tissue and immunosuppression have limited the effectiveness of traditional immunotherapies. This therapy mobilizes the immune […]
Horizon Europe program strengthens UK research excellence
A major new government-commissioned analysis has revealed that UK researchers can achieve better results, greater global influence and more lasting impact when supported by international collaboration through the Horizon Europe programme. The report, commissioned by the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT), examines how the UK’s participation in the EU’s flagship research programs has […]
A simple test reveals PFAS contamination in firefighter uniforms
New scientific research reveals hidden dangers in firefighters’ equipment that remain long after the blaze is extinguished. Researchers at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine identified the presence of cancer-related “permanent chemicals” in all protective equipment they tested, including respirators designed to provide clean air. The findings raise urgent questions about the risks […]
Next generation fluorine-free fire extinguishing solution
FIREBULL® AB is a PFAS-free fire suppression solution designed to outperform traditional expanded foams while ensuring environmental safety and compliance with new regulations. For decades, aqueous film-forming foam (AFFF) has been considered the gold standard for suppressing flammable liquid fires. The ability to quickly create vapor retardant films has made them synonymous with reliable Class […]
Can we bring American infrastructure into the modern era?
Ellie Gabel explores the challenges, opportunities, and strategies for modernizing America’s infrastructure to meet 21st century demands in transportation, energy, water, and broadband. Infrastructure professionals are experiencing one of the most promising yet volatile periods of change. Grid technology, wastewater transmission, internet access, and countless other national utilities require varying degrees of improvement to accommodate […]
The year AI moves from experimentation to execution
For the past two years, artificial intelligence has dominated boardroom conversations and investment planning. Many companies have been experimenting with new features, and as we head into 2026, we will see a shift from experimentation to execution. Will the AI bubble burst? “The challenge of 2026 will be cutting through the noise,” said Bruce Martin, […]
Why we need global measures against space debris
Earth’s orbit is crowded and dangerous. Over the past few decades, thousands of satellites, spent rocket stages, debris from explosions and collisions, and even tiny paint shavings have accumulated around Earth. According to the space agency, there are well over 1 million pieces of debris larger than 1 cm in orbit that can damage or […]