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Councils across the UK are expected to get a digital boost with the new GDS local unit

To modernise local public services, the UK Government has launched GDS Local, a new government unit designed to help councils across the UK to deliver simpler, faster, and more accessible digital services.

Transforming pathology with siemens healthineers. The journey of spanish CLILAB Diagnòstics towards digital empowerment

Siemens Healthineers partnered with CLILAB Diagnòstics in Spain to digitalise pathology services and enhance efficiency amid rising workloads and staff shortages. Ben Reed, Syngo Business Manager at Siemens Healthineers, told us more.

NHS pilots “sponge-on-a-string” cancer test in high-street pharmacies

NHS trials a 10-minute “sponge-on-a-string” cancer test in high-street pharmacies to detect early signs of Barrett’s oesophagus.

UK Government-funded project will improve access to healthy foods in Liverpool

The UK government has announced a new project in Liverpool that aims to tackle food inequality by delivering fresh produce directly to the doorsteps of those who need it most.

Science Creates opens applications for its third Engineering Biology Accelerator

Science Creates has worked in partnership with the UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) to launch the third round of their flagship UK-wide engineering biology accelerator.

Revolutionising data centres: Dynamic networks for the new AI era

As artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, and data-heavy applications continue to grow, the pressure they add to today's data centres is becoming clearer.

Elinzanetant approved by MHRA to treat menopause hot flushes

Elinzanetant is a newly MHRA-approved non-hormonal treatment for menopause-related hot flushes and night sweats, offering an alternative to HRT.

England’s resident doctors vote to strike over pay and conditions

Resident doctors across England have backed industrial action, highlighting ongoing disputes over pay, workload, and working conditions in the NHS.

OTOF gene therapy restores hearing in deaf patients

A first-in-patient trial using AAV-based OTOF gene therapy, led by Karolinska Institutet and Chinese hospitals, restored hearing (improving from 106 dB to 52 dB) in 10 individuals aged 1–24.

EU and Jordan sign renewed to improve Mediterranean cooperation

The European Union and Jordan have officially signed a renewed agreement under the Partnership for Research and Innovation in the Mediterranean Area (PRIMA), committing to collaboration on key regional priorities, including climate resilience, sustainable agriculture, and inclusive economic development.

New type of star could help reveal the true nature of dark matter

Dark matter makes up around 25% of the universe, but scientists still don’t know what it’s made of. It doesn’t emit light or respond to electromagnetic forces, so it’s invisible to telescopes.

Dementia patients are living longer, global study finds

A new global study reveals that people diagnosed with dementia are living longer than before, thanks to earlier diagnosis and advancements in care that reduce the risk of death post-diagnosis.

UK expands NHS dental services for vulnerable patients

The UK government announces expanded NHS dental services to improve access for underserved and vulnerable patient groups.

EU4Health supports the initiative to monitor pathogens and pollutants in wastewater

The European Health and Digital Executive Agency (HaDEA) has launched a new initiative under the EU4Health programme to improve the early detection of health threats through enhanced wastewater monitoring.

Bio-based products powering a greener future

As the world shifts away from fossil-based resources, bio-based innovation is starting to take form. This creates a sustainable, renewable alternative that will change industries, reduce emissions and help build a circular economy.

AI revives microscopy for fast, low-cost soil health testing

Researchers have developed an AI-powered optical microscope system that enables fast, low-cost soil health testing by detecting fungal biomass.

Genetic discovery offers new hope for rheumatoid arthritis treatment

Researchers at the University of Edinburgh have identified a genetic link that could revolutionise rheumatoid arthritis treatment.

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