How valuable are randomised controlled trials in reproductive medicine?
Professor Darren Griffin reflects on how patients in fertility clinics should interpret the scientific evidence base when even the experts can’t seem to agree.
EU climate policy on fluorinated greenhouse gases
General Director for Climate Action at the European Commission, Mauro Petriccione explains how the EU climate policy on fluorinated greenhouse gases is working and what its future holds.
Infrastructure and jobs for energy and mobility
Prof Dr Michael Düren from Justus Liebig University Giessen shares his expertise on infrastructure and jobs for both energy and mobility.
How do you manage and control disparate data?
Here, Brendan Tate takes us on a journey through the reasons why he founded new start-up Cleata Limited, available on the G-Cloud framework.
Recurring hospital-acquired infections: Focus now on COVID-19 – The LumiBio Solution
Andrew Metcalfe, Biotech Specialist at LumiBio discusses the persistent problem of hospital-acquired infections, and why now is the time to focus on reducing COVID- 19 transmission in clinical settings using the LumiBio solution.
Bharat Biotech COVID vaccine shows 81% efficacy at Phase Three
The Bharat Biotech COVID vaccine, COVAXIN, appears to be 81% efficient against the virus in Phase Three of clinical trials.
How to tackle the gender gap in artificial intelligence
To celebrate International Women's Day on the 8th March, a diverse range of women across the AI sphere tell us what it’s like as a woman in the AI industry and provide practical tips for those looking to break-in.
COVID vaccines for mutations will be given faster approval in the UK
Medical regulators will fast-track COVID vaccines for mutations, similar to how seasonal flu shots are developed and released.
Is soil health restricted to agricultural activities?
Aarthi JanakiRaman, Research Manager, Chemicals and Advanced Materials at TechVision, Frost & Sullivan, states that soil health management is no longer restricted to agricultural activities.
7 ways the new post-COVID budget could impact your life
Today (3 March) Chancellor Rishi Sunak unveiled the highly-anticipated 2021 budget, which proposes a variety of policy changes, including extension of the furlough scheme and funding domestic abuse "respite rooms" .
What challenges lie ahead for Biden’s aim to decarbonise US transportation?
Dr Gavin Bailey and Sydnee Grushack from Eunomia explore the challenges that the Biden administration faces as it looks to make the US transportation system more sustainable.
The impact of digital care platforms on healthcare professionals and patients
Dr Simon Bourne, founder and CEO of my mhealth and former COPD lead at Southampton University, examines the digital goals outlined in the NHS long-term plan and the impact of digital patient care platforms on healthcare professionals (HCPs) and patients.
Study explores COVID vaccine response in patients with impaired immune systems
A new UK study will examine the immune systems response to COVID-19 vaccinations in patients with immunosuppressed conditions
Nano-engineered crystals offer an alternative to metallic particles in fuels
The use of nano-engineered crystals instead of metallic particles in fuels could could open the door to the next generation of transportation fuels.
Tackling vaccination misinformation with local government communications
Karen Steel at Granicus discusses how local government communications could significantly help to stop the spread of COVID misinformation, especially when it comes to vaccinations.
Technology investments for a remote workforce
Does a remote and distributed workforce change the way you manage your technology? Nick Russell, Managing Director of Xonetic gives us a clue and answers, yes it does.
Are swollen lymph nodes normal after getting the COVID vaccine?
According to radiologists at Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH), swollen lymph nodes after COVID vaccination are a "normal reaction that typically goes away with time".
Cannabidiol, skin homeostasis and acne
Dr. Christian Löfke, researcher and product developer at BioBloom in Austria explains the potential of CBD and cannabinoids for skin care.
The heart of a bio-circular economy: Date palm
Dr Zaid, Secretary-General of Khalifa International Award for Date Palm & Agricultural Innovation and Dr Sandra Piesik, Founder of 3 Ideas B.V., tells us how date palm is the secret ingredient for a bio-circular economy.
Japanese scientists are creating realistic steak meat in a petri dish
A team at the University of Tokyo are creating steak meat in a petri dish, which could soon become the most realistic tasting biosynthetic meat available.
