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CCS invests £180,000 to help councils tackle climate change through SIP

The Crown Commercial Service (CCS) is increasing its commitment to helping local Government address the climate crisis with an additional £180,000 investment in the Local Government Association’s (LGA) Sustainability Improvement Programme (SIP).

Unlocking AI’s potential in education through first hackathon

Educators in England are gearing up for the first-ever hackathon in Education, a two-day event aiming to harness AI's potential in education.

Ancient rock unleash as much CO2 as world’s volcanoes

New research challenges the idea that natural rock weathering acts as a carbon sink that removes CO2 from the atmosphere.

Country codes: The global dynamics of domain hosting

Country code top-level domains, or ccTLDs, have grown exponentially since their creation in the 1970s. The right domain hosting can be a source of profit and a key indicator of shaping international relations and geopolitics.

Research reveals sense of smell alters our perception of colours

Our sense of smell plays a crucial role in processing the world around us. This article explores how our sense of smell impacts our perception of colours.

Wearable bracelet detects bipolar mood shifts through skin signals

A wearable bracelet monitors mood swings in bipolar disorder by tracking alterations in skin electrical signals associated with manic or depressive states.

The behaviour of galaxies: The hunt for the ninth planet

The farthest regions of our solar system may conceal an additional planet or indications of adjustments to the laws of gravity.

Sensing equipment worth £88 Million to protect UK Armed Forces

Cutting-edge sensing equipment, valued at £88 million, will enhance the safety of the UK Armed Forces detecting, identifying, and monitoring.

Father’s parental leave: A shield against alcohol-related health risks

Men who have taken parental leave experience a significantly decreased likelihood of being hospitalised as a result of alcohol consumption.

Long colds: Effects of non-COVID respiratory infection

Study by Queen Mary University reveals that people may suffer from 'long colds,' following non-COVID respiratory infections.

Net zero healthcare: What do patients want?

Dr Nazneen Rahman, Founder and CEO of YewMaker and Sustainable Medicines Partnership (SMP) Director, shares insights from a patient survey on reducing the carbon footprint of medicines.

Overlooked concern: Addressing postpartum depression in dads

A pilot study at the University of Illinois Chicago emphasises the need to screen new fathers for postpartum depression.

Baywater Healthcare: Setting up a virtual ward

In an era marked by technological leaps and a shift towards patient-centred care, a virtual ward has emerged as a pioneering solution that bridges the gap between traditional hospital setups and the convenience of remote healthcare.

U.S. Space Force awards Booz Allen $630M satellite contract

Booz Allen Hamilton secures a $630 million, seven-year contract from the U.S. Space Force to integrate satellite systems for missile warning, environmental monitoring, and surveillance.

Japan’s quest for the ambitious reusable next-gen rocket

The Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) is embarking on a groundbreaking mission to develop a new and massive reusable next-gen rocket.

Achieving access to real-time data: how data is transforming and innovating government

Marc Hoogstad, Head of Product Management at Finworks, discusses how real-time data can support government decision-making and the benefits of establishing coordinated and robust data management practices

New qualification will replace A Levels and T Levels

Rishi Sunak announces plans to scrap A Levels and T Levels and implement a new system combining them into a new single qualification.

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