Rare Disease Day: The technology that could help rare genetic liver disorder patients
February 29th is dedicated to raising awareness about rare diseases and looking into the opportunities technology could bring for potential treatments.
Five rare diseases you never knew existed
Learn about these five rare diseases to support governments, scientists and healthcare professionals to find treatments.
Cannabis use linked to increased risk of heart attack and stroke
Analysis of over 430,000 adults in the United States has unveiled concerning connections between cannabis consumption and heightened risks of heart attack and stroke.
The emerging global innovation programme for fusion energy
Laban Coblentz, Head of Communication at ITER Organization, charts the emerging global innovation programme for fusion energy.
How to enhance the cybersecurity landscape in the public sector
When it comes to cybersecurity, the public sector is renowned for being severely underfunded, leaving it limited with the resources it can depend on. To make matters worse, there is a lack of available security talent to fill an ever-growing list of positions.
Machine learning predicts mortality risk in dementia patients
With the help of artificial intelligence, healthcare professionals can predict patient prognosis.
The Hydrogen Challenge Sandbox: UK CAA chooses 3 participants
The UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has unveiled the trio of companies chosen to participate in its Hydrogen Challenge Sandbox.
Improving literacy and math in the US
Open Access Government examines how literacy and math in the US can be improved under the Biden-Harris Administration.
Mindfulness and cognitive behavioural therapy could help menopause symptoms
Research at the University College London (UCL) has revealed promising findings regarding the efficiency of mindfulness and cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) in helping menopause-related mood symptoms, memory issues and concentration problems.
Project challenges in the UK solar industry
Ruben Martin, Head of Engineering at BELECTRIC’s UK subsidiary, provides his insight on where the UK solar revolution stands on the path to achieving its net zero goals.
Study reveals glacial retreat in Antarctica dating back to the 1940s
The Thwaites Glacier, known as the world's widest glacier, is experiencing significant melt at an alarming rate.
Could an AI lab revolutionise chemical research?
Fast-Cat is a cutting-edge "self-driving" lab developed by researchers is revolutionising the way chemical research takes place.
Scientific advancement and innovation research in Asia
Prof Dr Preethi Kesavan, Head, School of Advanced Technology and Digital Media, at LSBF Singapore, explores scientific advancement and innovation across Asia from a regional perspective.
Technology Products and Associated Services 2 (TePAS 2) agreement update
Crown Commercial Service lifts the lid on simplified and more sustainable technology solutions, using the Technology Products and Associated Services 2 (TePAS 2) agreement as an example.
Abdominal fat in middle-aged men linked to an increased Alzheimer’s risk
The impact abdominal fat has on brain health and cognition has also been found to be more pronounced in middle-aged men at high risk of Alzheimer's disease compared to women.
Future outlook of emerging market economies
Hadia Choudri, Senior Lecturer (Innovation and Entrepreneurship) at The University of Law Business School, examines the underlying trends of emerging market economies for reaching the ambitious 2030 Agenda.
NASA’s Webb Telescope uncovers neutron star in remnants of supernova
NASA's James Webb Telescope has found the best evidence yet for the presence of a neutron star at the site of a recent supernova explosion.
A need for continued support for Ukraine in the face of war
As the world observes the second anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion this weekend, our support for Ukraine’s sovereignty, independence and territorial integrity must not falter – and we must give all the resources available for Ukraine to get the job done.
Unexpected side effects of large-scale forestation on climate change
Researchers from the University of Sheffield have highlighted the relationship between forestation initiatives and climate change.
Predicting improved response to lung cancer immunotherapy
Researchers have identified 140 genes that could change how non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) patients are treated with immunotherapy and low-dose radiation.
