Dreams may predict the future by replaying and rewiring past experiences
Scientists from Rice University and the University of Michigan have discovered that certain neurons in the brain not only replay past experiences during sleep but may also anticipate future events.
Fleet electrification is no longer optional; It’s imperative
Fleet electrification is no longer optional; it’s a necessity, according to Simon King, Senior Partner at edenseven.
Male contraceptive gel shows rapid results
A male contraceptive gel applied to the shoulders has shown to be faster-acting than previous methods, according to new research.
EU food policy priorities
Open Access Government highlights the European Commission’s policy priorities for food, including the need to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and improve plant health protection.
Scientists find fewer miniature black holes in early universe than expected
Researchers at the Research Center for the Early Universe (RESCEU) and Kavli Institute for the Physics and Mathematics of the Universe (Kavli IPMU, WPI) at the University of Tokyo have made a significant breakthrough in our understanding of the early universe.
Changing gear on digital spending could boost local authority resilience
It’s a challenging time for local authorities (LAs), as a never-ending list of priorities and an increased demand to drive savings on squeezed budgets continue to strain resources. What effects does digital spending have on LA resilience?
U.S. girls experiencing their first period (menarche) has decreased, especially among minorities
The average age at which U.S. girls experience menarche, their first menstrual period, has decreased, with certain minorities being more heavily effected
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Climate crisis: Meeting the Net Zero challenge
Dr. Matt Gitsham explains how business leaders are increasingly seeking assistance from policymakers to address the Net Zero challenge.
Policy priorities for education in Saskatchewan, Canada
Clint Repski, Deputy Minister of the Saskatchewan Ministry of Education, outlines the policy priorities for education in Saskatchewan, with a particular focus on literacy and funding.
Do violent extremists govern?
Morten Bøås, Norwegian Institute of International Affairs, explores if violent extremists govern, including a look at jihadi insurgents’ strategies.
NHS patients to benefit from faster access to innovative medical technologies
NHS patients in England are set to gain quicker access to the latest and most innovative medical technologies, thanks to new plans proposed by NHS England and the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE).
World No Tobacco Day 2024: How to convince young people to quit tobaccoÂ
For World No Tobacco Day 2024, we explore the addictive nature of tobacco for young people and how to help convince young people to keep off tobacco and quit smoking.
Pioneering sustainable water management in Sweden and the EU
Former Global Director & SciTech Sustainability Council Advisor from Frost & Sullivan, Dr. Cecilia E. Van Cauwenberghe, discusses Sweden’s dedication to marine conservation and the EU’s Blue Deal in the context of advancing sustainable water management.
![Cropped LOLA LDEM (a), (c) and SfS solution (b), (d) for the Malapert Massif candidate landing region, centered at 85.964°S, 357.681°E on a ridge near the summit of Mons Malapert. Both products show a central east–west ridgeline with primarily north- and south-facing slopes. Two hillshade images match illumination conditions of the low-Sun controlled NAC mosaic with subsolar longitude 315° [(a)–(b), Sun from top left] and 235° [(c)–(d), Sun from bottom left], elevation 5° above the horizon. Credit: The Planetary Science Journal (2024). DOI: 10.3847/PSJ/ad41b4](https://www.openaccessgovernment.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/new-technique-from-bro-218x150.jpg "New lunar surface mapping with enhanced techniques")
New lunar surface mapping with enhanced techniques
Researchers at Brown University have developed a method for mapping the surface of the Moon, which will enhance the precision of lunar exploration.
Navajo Nation education policy
Open Access Government focuses on the crucial education policy priorities for the future of the Navajo Nation.
Can digital twins drive greener multimodal transportation for cities?
The world’s cities are choked with vehicular traffic, compromising the quality of life for citizens and raising significant environmental concerns. What could digital twins do to help drive greener multimodal transportation for cities?.
Benenden Hospital launches first liver ultrasound screening service in South East England
Benenden Hospital, a private healthcare provider in Kent, has launched the first liver ultrasound screening service in South East England.
Protecting against public sector fraud with technology
Alex Case, Senior Director, Government Industry Principal at Pegasystems, ex-senior civil servant at 10 Downing Street and the UK’s Cabinet Office, walks us through protecting against public sector fraud with technology.
Liberal democrats expose “Disgusting” sewage dumping by Thames water
South West London was hit with over 500 million litres of sewage in a day.
UK General Election and deceptive tactics: Navigating the maze of manipulative campaigning
There is a fine line between creative campaigning designed to grab attention and campaigning that creatively manipulates the truth. The increasingly blurred line between the two is becoming a worryingly familiar sight in our politics, particularly as we head into general election territory.
