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Education Secretary sets timeline to remove RAAC from all schools

The UK government commits to removing hazardous RAAC from every school and college in England, with timelines, funding, and rebuild plans announced to ensure safer classrooms.

What governments can learn from Estonia’s genomic health revolution

Estonia is leading in integrating genomic data into national healthcare, showcasing a model for personalised medicine as essential for sustainable healthcare, particularly for conditions like depression and breast cancer.

UK satellite data and projects are expected to transform public services

Five new UK-based projects will use satellite data to drive innovation in public services, following over £2.5 million in funding from the UK Space Agency and the European Space Agency’s InCubed2 programme.

EU expert report shows the importance of dual-use research and innovation

Two newly released expert reports by the European Commission have provided insights into the role of dual-use research and innovation (R&I) in shaping future EU funding policies.

Solar power’s role in Europe’s energy future

Every day, clean, affordable solar energy is transforming the EU’s electricity system.

UK Government offer home testing kits for cervical cancer

As part of the 10 Year Health Plan, the UK Government has announced it will offer home-testing kits for cervical cancer screenings.

AI boosts NHS communications but adoption is uneven, new report warns

Over 55% of NHS communications professionals are now using AI tools, with 41% more showing interest. But a new report reveals adoption is patchy, with skill gaps and limited access slowing progress.

Processing infrastructure and technology in Alberta’s agricultural system

Precision agriculture: The findings related to processing infrastructure and technology barriers and enablers are in line with advancements in precision agriculture and goal dependencies within Alberta’s agricultural system.

NHS tech devices: Putting distributed care delivery at the peaks of modern technology

Getech, in collaboration with Lenovo, aims to tackle challenges in the NHS’s digital transformation by offering innovative IT solutions designed to meet the needs of healthcare workers.

UK government invests £1 billion into tech innovation and economic growth

The UK government will support its science and technology sectors with over £1 billion in investments to help innovators working in transformative sectors, such as quantum computing, semiconductors, engineering biology, and cybersecurity.

Microbes transform plastic waste into paracetamol

A new study has found that a common bacterium can turn everyday plastic waste into paracetamol.

The financial strain on the NHS: Current challenges and the road ahead

Ray Dorney, the Director at Rockford Associates, examines the financial strain on the NHS and discusses the current challenges and future outlook.

Researchers find breakthrough in green hydrogen with new triple-layer materials

Researchers at Linköping University in Sweden have made significant discoveries in the quest to produce ''green'' hydrogen efficiently using sunlight.

AI breakthrough power expansion of AHRA’s ‘AI Airlock” testing programme

The Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) has announced a significant expansion of its pioneering 'AI Airlock' testing programme, designed to safely trial...

Scientists create a test to predict chemotherapy resistance in patients

Scientists have developed a test which successfully predicts whether cancer will resist common forms of chemotherapy treatment.

Evaluating the 10-Year Health Plan: Will it turn the tide on current challenges in women’s health?

Dr Ranee Thakar, President of RCOG, emphasises making women’s healthcare a priority in the new 10-Year Health Plan and outlines key questions to assess its impact.

The UK Government launches urgent national NHS maternity investigation

Health and Social Care Secretary Wes Streeting orders a rapid national investigation into NHS maternity and neonatal services.

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