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Enhancing UK classrooms by using AI in education

Dr. Robert Harrison, the Director of Education and Integrated Technology at ACS International Schools, addresses the potential for enhancing classrooms across the UK through the integration of AI in education.

Elevating digestive health on the EU agenda: UEG’s vision for a healthier future

Having just celebrated World Digestive Health Day on May 29th, we examine the theme “Prioritising Your Digestive Health” and realise it is an opportune moment for us to reflect on the importance of digestive health and our future priorities, both on personal levels and as a wider society.

Potential misdiagnosis of ADHD and ASD in younger school children

A recent study led by experts at the University of Nottingham suggests that signs of age-related immaturity in children may be mistakenly attributed to conditions such as Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) or Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).

A fall risk algorithm to optimise fall prevention strategies

Falls cost the UK £4.4bn per year. Smplicare’s fall risk algorithm is 85% accurate at predicting future falls which can help prevent them. Here, they tell us more.

FAO reports rising global food prices for third consecutive month in May

Rome, the benchmark for world food commodity prices continued to climb for the third month in a row in May, according to the Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations (FAO).

Gene therapy restores hearing in deaf children

A gene therapy has successfully restored hearing in five children with inherited deafness.

Horizon Europe allocates €163.5 million for green mobility research projects

Horizon Europe has given €163.5 million to fund innovative research projects aimed at promoting green, smart, and resilient transportation and mobility solutions.

Do big problems mean big opportunities in the NHS?

As the NHS continues to deal with long waiting lists, staff shortages, and the ongoing effects of the pandemic, Jonathan Patrick believes that now is the time to capitalize on the momentum we saw during COVID and expedite solutions that can help create a better and stronger health system.

Labour’s plan to enhance UK energy with state-owned power company

Labour has announced a plan to establish Great British Energy, a government-owned power company, as the foundation of its strategy to decarbonise the UK’s energy sector and enhance energy security.

How AI drove efficiency in Irish healthcare: Lessons for the NHS

In March, the unveiling of the NHS Productivity Plan marked a significant milestone in UK healthcare, with the Chancellor announcing a cash injection of £3.4 billion into the NHS.

New method predicts dementia up to nine years in advance with over 80% accuracy

Researchers at Queen Mary University of London have made a significant breakthrough in the early prediction of dementia, developing a new method that can predict the disease with over 80% accuracy up to nine years before a clinical diagnosis.

Housing crisis in Europe: The EESC calls on the EU to act

András Edelényi from EESC says that the EU must take action when it comes to the housing crisis in Europe.

Drowsy driving among teens is a major public safety concern

A recent study to be presented at the SLEEP 2024 annual meeting has revealed a significant public safety concern: drowsy driving among teenagers.

The ongoing quest for Social Europe

European Trade Union Institute’s General Secretary, Esther Lynch, with Research Director, Bart Vanhercke, provide a detailed look at the ongoing quest for Social Europe.

Major London hospitals disrupted by cyber-attack

Major London hospitals, including Guy’s, St Thomas’, and King’s College, have been severely disrupted by a cyber-attack that has forced the cancellation of operations and blood transfusions.

U.S. defense: Fighting the fog of war with data and AI

Morgan Wright, Chief Security Advisor at SentinelOne, walks us through fighting the fog of war with data and AI in this U.S. defense special focus.

New tech that turns CO2 into valuable chemicals, offers hope for sustainable manufacturing

The recent spike in food prices is not just a burden on grocery bills; it's also impacting the sugars used in biomanufacturing.

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