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DOE invests $625 million to advance U.S leadership in quantum science

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has announced a $625 million investment to renew its five National Quantum Information Science (QIS) Research Centres.

HHSIB launches investigation into corridor care in NHS hospitals

The Health Services Safety Investigations Body (HSSIB) has initiated an inquiry into corridor care in NHS hospitals in England, following a campaign by the Royal College of Nursing (RCN).

Largest-ever study links cannabis self-medication to paranoia and childhood trauma

2025's largest-ever cannabis use study reveals self-medication and childhood trauma intensify paranoia and mental health risks.

EU hopes to boost permanent carbon removals with new purchasing programme

With ambitions to achieve climate neutrality, the European Commission’s Directorate-General for Climate Action (DG CLIMA) is exploring a dedicated EU-wide purchasing programme to increase permanent carbon dioxide removals (CDR).

Breakthrough mosquito repellent protects against malaria for a whole year

UCSF researchers report a new spatial repellent that provides up to one year of protection against malaria and other mosquito-borne diseases, marking the first WHO-endorsed vector control tool in over four decades.

EGNOS achieves key upgrade milestone with new operational satellite

Europe’s satellite navigation system takes a major step forward with the activation of a new geostationary satellite, enhancing service reliability and preparing for future advancements.

New tools help track and contain deadly avian flu

Scientists have developed new tests that can detect avian influenza, which is also commonly known as bird flu. These tests can detect influenza quickly and more accurately than ever before.

Powering net zero in housing and healthcare

Steve Norman from Sustain Commercial Solar Ltd guides us through a smarter approach to sustainability when it comes to powering net zero in housing and healthcare.

Equity for maternal health in LAC

Peter Baffoe, a Health Specialist at UNICEF, discusses the prevalence and drivers of maternal mortality in the Latin America and Caribbean region while emphasizing the need for stronger global efforts to address the broader, complex systemic issues.

AI in smart cities: Strategies for missing traffic data imputation 2025

A new AI review outlines 2025 strategies to fix missing traffic data in smart cities using structure- and learning-based methods.

UCL study links US oil and gas pollution to 91,000 deaths

UCL research finds air pollution from us oil and gas leads to 91,000 early deaths, 216,000 asthma cases, and worsening health inequities.

Phantom limb study reveals brain retains map of lost limb

NIH researchers found that the brain's control centre for a lost limb persists long after amputation, challenging theories of cortical remapping. This insight into phantom limb syndrome could inform future neuroprosthetic and pain treatments.

Astronomers discover a young planet forming around a sun-like star: WISPIT 2b

In a new breakthrough, an international team of astronomers has discovered a young planet forming around a star similar to our Sun.

New MCF4 agreement offers better access to management consultancy for the public sector

UK public sector organisations now have access to more accredited management consultancy providers through the newly launched Management Consultancy Framework Four (MCF4).

Public sector buyers: 5 key guidelines for public sector AI procurement

Crown Commercial Service explains how to effectively procure AI, with guidance for public sector buyers.

Blood test detects ovarian cancer with high accuracy

Researchers have developed a highly accurate blood test for ovarian cancer, capable of detecting the disease earlier than current methods.

UKSA developments: The UK space sector is set for lift off

The UK government has announced new reforms in its space sector governance to cut bureaucracy and unlock growth opportunities in a fast-evolving global industry.

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