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EIC flagship report shows the success of the startup-corporate collaboration

The European Innovation Council (EIC) have created a new flagship report showing the ways the corporate-startup has had an impact on collaboration on innovation and competitiveness in Europe.

UK and Norway work together on new clean energy partnership

The United Kingdom and Norway have announced a new agreement to accelerate the transition to clean energy, support investment, and boost job creation.

NASA reveals 3D visualisation of stunning cosmic cliffs

NASA has released a new 3D visualisation of the “Cosmic Cliffs,” a star-forming region captured by the James Webb Telescope (JWST).

AI breakthrough identifies active brain neurons

A neuroscience mystery has been solved by using artificial intelligence (AI) to identify the electrical signatures of different types of brain neurons for the first time.

Plastic-digesting superbug found in hospitals poses massive danger

A dangerous hospital superbug, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, can now digest medical plastic like sutures and implants, microbiologists reveal. This alarming ability allows the pathogen to survive longer and form tougher antibiotic-resistant biofilms, posing a significant new threat to patient safety in healthcare settings.

EU invests €910 million in defence innovation

The European Commission has announced an investment of €910 million under the 2024 edition of the European Defence Fund (EDF), aimed at strengthening the continent's defence capabilities through innovation, cooperation, and advanced technology development.

X-ray source AX J145732−5901 unmasked as distant galaxy cluster

Scientists have identified a mysterious X-ray source, known as AX J145732−590 located far beyond our own Milky Way. Observations using X-ray telescopes suggest this object, previously hidden by the dense material within our galaxy, is a large collection of galaxies.

Battery electric vehicle momentum builds across Europe despite headwinds

Battery electric vehicles (BEVs) continue becoming more popular across key European markets, with Germany, Sweden, and the UK all reporting strong growth in April 2025 despite varying economic and policy environments.

Rethinking responsibility: A collaborative approach to medication safety

Most medication errors are preventable with the right conditions. Successful technology implementation requires careful planning, proper training, and a commitment to system-wide improvements, as explained by Stéphane Boulanger, Policy Advisor at the European Patient Safety Foundation (EUPSF).

New algorithms help GPs predict patients with undiagnosed cancer

Two advanced predictive algorithms can help accurately predict a patient's chances of having undiagnosed cancer.

Rochester scientists launch experimental quantum network using single photons

Researchers from the University of Rochester and Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) have revealed a new quantum communications network that spans their two campuses.

World-first AI pilot trained on de-identified NHS data from 57 million patients

Researchers at UCL and King's College London are training an artificial intelligence (AI) on a set of NHS data for 57 million people in England.

UK solar-powered car parks will cut costs and improve clean energy

Motorists and businesses across England, Wales, and Northern Ireland could soon see the benefits of solar-powered car parks under new government proposals to cut energy bills and improve access to electric vehicle charging.

Local Government Reorganisation: A digital turning point for public services

As councils across England undergo Local Government Reorganisation (LGR), a new report from the Local Government Association (LGA) shows that this isn’t just a structural change, but it will also create digital opportunities.

Top tech experts invited to join government fellowship to accelerate AI and digital innovation

The UK government has opened applications for a fellowship programme that hopes to bring together 25 of the country's leading tech minds into public service.

Artificial oxygenation in coastal waters

As oxygen levels in coastal waters worldwide continue to plummet, researchers are exploring whether artificial oxygenation could offer a lifeline to marine ecosystems on the brink.

23.7% of people globally have mild cognitive impairment

A recent study has revealed the global prevalence of mild cognitive impairment and examined the key factors influencing its development.

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