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New AI growth zones will bring thousands of jobs and investment to North Wales

The UK Government has confirmed that North Wales will be the location of a central new AI Growth Zone, expected to generate more than 3,400 jobs and unlock part of an estimated £100 billion in investment across the national programme.

59% of doctors forced to treat patients in corridors year-round, RCP warns

A Royal College of Physicians survey finds 59% of UK doctors delivered care in temporary spaces during summer 2025, highlighting that NHS corridor care is now a year-round issue.

HaDEA backs cybersecurity training projects under the Digital Europe Programme

Every October, Europe joins together for the European Cyber Security Month (ECSM) campaign to raise awareness about online safety and the growing need for strong cybersecurity.

3D-Printed antenna arrays: Flexible wireless systems for aviation and communications

Washington State University researchers unveiled 3D-printed antenna arrays with a chip-scale processor, a major breakthrough for flexible wireless systems. This innovation promises lighter, more stable communication for smart textiles, drones, and aircraft by correcting signal errors in real time.

NATO allies join the UK to tackle dual space technology challenges

The UK recently welcomed over 140 experts from across NATO member states, industry, academia, and international organisations for a high-level meeting focused on dual-use space technologies.

Largest-ever £26 million trial launches across UK to slow Parkinson’s disease

The world's largest clinical trial for Parkinson’s disease has commenced, aiming to identify treatments that can slow or halt disease progression.

EIC Accelerator receives almost 1,000 companies competing for 2025 cut off

The European Innovation Council (EIC) has received a surge of interest in its final EIC Accelerator funding round for 2025, with 923 start-ups and small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) submitting full applications by the 1 October deadline.

Seven AI tools selected for MHRA’s AI Airlock programme to detect diseases early

Seven AI technologies have been chosen for the next phase of the MHRA’s AI Airlock programme, aiming to improve early detection of diseases.

Working from home isn’t the problem – our attitude to workplace health is

William Roberts, Chief Executive of the Royal Society for Public Health, emphasises the importance of promoting health in the workplace to enhance employee wellbeing and tackle health inequalities.

Climate change prevention: Fresh water in the Southern Ocean is stopping CO2 release

An AWI study suggests why the Southern Ocean is still absorbing CO2, defying climate models. Increased low-salinity surface water is creating a barrier, temporarily trapping carbon-rich water below and preserving the vital carbon sink.

NHS estate crisis deepens as maintenance backlog nears £16bn, new report warns

The NHS faces a record £16 billion maintenance backlog, according to new ERIC 2024/25 data.

EIT launches new education initiative to close Europe’s skills gap

The European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT) has announced a series of ambitious new education and skills initiatives aimed at closing the skills gap across Europe and boosting the continent’s innovation capacity.

Digital veteran card launched for faster and easier access to support

From 17 October 2025, UK veterans can now apply for and download a digital version of the HM Armed Forces Veteran Card directly to their smartphones.

The EU have released a new strategy to lead a clean and resilient transition

The European Union has launched a new strategy that will strengthen its leadership in the global clean energy transition while boosting industrial competitiveness and international partnerships.

Faster MRI scans could make early dementia diagnosis more accessible

Researchers at UCL have developed a method to reduce MRI scan times for dementia diagnosis by two-thirds, potentially doubling daily scan capacity and improving access to early care.

New gene therapy could prevent kidney damage in people with type 1 diabetes

University of Bristol researchers have discovered a VEGF-C gene therapy that protects the kidneys and may prevent serious complications in people with type 1 diabetes.

EU opens consultation on environmental footprint rules for space sector

The European Commission has launched an open consultation inviting stakeholders to contribute to the development of a pioneering framework: the Product Environmental Footprint Category Rules for the space sector (PEFCR4Space).

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