The growing demand for printed electronics materials and technologies
The Danish Technological Institute are working on the frontier of technologies for the printed electronics industry, and explain here their areas of expertise.
Solar energy policy in America
Open Access Government considers the rudiments of solar energy policy, including its major role in decarbonising the power grid of America.
European Commission’s long-term vision for the EU’s rural areas
The European Commission's long-term vision for the EU’s rural areas is explored here, with a focus on identifying the challenges and concerns, as well as highlighting the most promising opportunities.
FDA approves Pfizer booster vaccine for over 65s
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has given authorisation for the Pfizer/BioNTech COVID-19 booster vaccine to be administered to people aged 65 and over.
Lowering environmental impact: Combining SESAR solutions in an operational environment
Wilfred Rouwhorst, Project Coordinator of PJ.37 ITARO, discusses the importance of boosting SESAR Solutions toward pre-deployment whilst minimising the environmental impact.
Time to brush up on oral health education
Tess Player, VP, Global Head of Expert and Influence Marketing, GSK Consumer Healthcare, discusses how low public understanding of oral health is symptomatic of the need for better everyday health education.
Science & technology policy in Japan
Open Access Government charts the science and technology policy priorities in Japan, including the areas MEXT Minister HAGIUDA Koichi has been pushing forward.
What is Soil Organic Carbon (SOC)?
Here, Professor Zachary Senwo highlights how Soil organic carbon (SOC) interlinks with soil health, agriculture, climate change, and food security.
UK GDPR Reform – buccaneering Britain goads the data protection bear
Julian Hayes, Partner, and Umar Azmeh, Associate, of BCL Solicitors LLP, examine the proposals for GDPR reform outlined in the government consultation on changes to the UK’s data protection regime.
Is concierge healthcare the right investment for you?
Annabelle Neame, Director of Business Development, HCA UK Concierge Centre, looks at the rise of concierge healthcare during the COVID-19 pandemic and whether it is worth the investment.
ONS says schools in deprived areas had worse remote learning experiences
ONS data suggests that the difference between remote learning and classroom teaching was biggest for schools in deprived areas - with some teachers only able to contact 50% of their pupils.
The flexible district heating – sector coupling
Here, Grundfos Holding A/S tell us how district heating can effectively contribute to the green energy transition through sector coupling.
Are solar roofs worth the money?
Maiko Kiis, Marketing Manager at Solarstone finds out if solar roofs are worth the money and tells us what we need to know about building-integrated photovoltaics (BIPV).
Clinical diagnostics revolution set to boost patient outcomes
Here, we learn how international diagnostics group Novacyt are leading the innovation revolution in clinical diagnostics through discovery, design, and innovation.
Japan’s 6th Science, Technology and Innovation Basic Plan
UEYAMA Takahiro PhD, details Japan’s 6th Science, Technology and Innovation Basic Plan: Society 5.0 in Pursuit of Peoples’ Well-being Based on Trust and Sharing.
The UK’s ageing population
Tom Gentry, Senior Policy Manager, Health Influencing at Age UK, tells us what we need to know about the UK’s ageing population.
Replacing platinum catalysts with iron catalysts for silicone production
Prof. Masahiro Kamitani from the Department of Chemistry at Kitasato University, Japan, introduces the silicone materials and recent achievements in their production process with an earth abundant iron.
Removing routes to failure in technology-enabled change programmes
Dr Grainne Watson, Chief Digital Officer of Searchlight Consulting, highlights the importance of preparation and alignment when planning a successful technology-enabled change programme.
Developing a new “smart water ecosystem” to deliver water circularity
The REWAISE project is developing electrochemical capture of Li from brines using spent battery electrodes to help alleviate water scarcity.
The role of Institutional Investor in ESG investment chain in Japan
Professor Yumiko Miwa, Meiji University in Japan, discusses the role of the Institutional Investor in ESG investment chain in Japan.