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New DNA sequencing technology speeds up infection diagnosis in UK hospitals

A new collaboration between the Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) and Barts Health NHS Trust has led to introduction a new DNA sequencing technology that will diagnose bacterial infections quicker and accurately in hospitals across the UK.

De-risking digital delivery in the UK public sector

Digital transformation in the UK public sector is urgent but complex. Legacy systems, tight budgets, and rapid technological change create significant hurdles. This piece explores how to overcome these challenges through strategic planning, strong partnerships, and a focus on citizen-centric outcomes.

BELECTRIC leads the charge as the UK transforms into a clean energy superpower

Brett Baber, Director of Operations and Maintenance at BELECTRIC’s UK subsidiary, shares his insights on how the company can support the UK Government’s new clean energy manifesto.

Digitalisation and sustainability: The Freiburg example

Martin W. W. Horn, Lord Mayor of Freiburg and President of ICLEI Europe, discusses the intersection of digitalisation and sustainability, using Freiburg’s urban development as an example.

Can monkeypox cause keloid scars?

Monkeypox is a rare viral disease from Africa that causes a rash similar to chicken pox and may result in keloid scars.

Common Agricultural Policy post-2027 strategies

Stoyan Tchoukanov, EESC member and Rapporteur for the EESC opinion on Promoting autonomous and sustainable food production, shares with us strategies for the Common Agricultural Policy post-2027.

MHRA approves license for Lecanemab to treat early Alzheimer’s

First treatment for Alzheimer’s in Great Britain that shows evidence of slowing progression of the disease is not recommended for use on the NHS.

Hydrogen drives shift to eco-friendly transportation

Professor Aoife Foley, Chair of Net Zero Infrastructure at The University of Manchester, discusses how hydrogen is the missing piece in the clean and eco-friendly transportation puzzle.

Signs and symptoms of Monkeypox and how to prevent it

Symptoms of Monkeypox can take 5 to 21 days to appear, so it's important to be aware of the signs during this time and remain in isolation as it is contagious.

Cardiovascular health: Powering longevity through heart-healthy living

Supporting cardiovascular health is important at every age, and early influences can improve health outcomes years later As the body ages, lots of changes happen...

EU research and innovation policy update

Open Access Government analyses EU research and innovation for a more competitive Europe, Europe’s innovation performance, and Canada joining Horizon Europe in this policy update.

From outdated to outstanding: Managing a shift to cloud-based payments

Cloud-based payments: A lifeline for local authorities. As councils face increasing pressure to deliver efficient, secure services, many are turning to the cloud.

How the UK space sector plays a critical role in our daily lives

Lydia Green, Head of Unlocking Space Programme and Shuxiu Zhang, Head of Space Application & Data at the UK Space Agency, explain the critical role of the UK space sector in our daily lives.

University of Manchester urges prioritising woodland creation

The report, written by Dr Matthew Dennis, senior lecturer in Geographical Information Science, highlights that policymakers should “prioritise woodland creation protocols aimed at nature recovery and tailored to the context of restoration rather than simply based on opportunistic land acquisition.”

Monkeypox outbreak in Africa declared a global health emergency by the WHO

The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared the recent surge of monkeypox cases in several African countries a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC).

Reducing misdiagnosis with right imaging, right place, right time

As Emergency Departments face increasing pressure, more patients are being redirected for minor injuries. While this eases the burden, missed fractures are on the rise, causing the NHS to lose millions in misdiagnosis costs.

Why protecting the ocean is a key priority for the EU

Charlina Vitcheva, Director-General at DG MARE, European Commission, explains why protecting the ocean is a crucial priority for the European Union.

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