The continued meeting of the parties to the COP16 Global Biodiversity Conference in Rome ended on February 27, 2025. This meeting reached important agreements that show the global community's determination to halt and reverse biodiversity loss.
Patchy progress means many millions of people are still impacted by lung conditions and unaware of the risks that exist in their everyday lives. Dr Andy Whittamore, Clinical Lead at Asthma + Lung UK, discusses the multitude of risk factors impacting the nation’s lung health and provides health advice to mitigate those risks.
The UK Government has started a new initiative to transform local communities and propel the country's artificial intelligence (AI) growth by creating AI Growth Zones.
Cancer cells are masters of disguise, evading immune destruction through cunning mechanisms. Groundbreaking research reveals a novel tactic: mitochondrial transfer. Cancer cells cripple immune cells by donating their damaged mitochondria, hindering the immune response and fostering tumour growth.
A new report has revealed that mental health patients across England are ready to be discharged but are unable to leave due to a severe shortage of supported housing.
Deep within Earth, a hidden transformation is underway. Scientists have discovered that the inner core's surface is changing shape, challenging previous assumptions about its solid nature. This dynamic activity could influence Earth's rotation and magnetic field.
To try to tackle rising energy costs and create better living conditions for UK citizens, the government is rolling out a plan to upgrade private rented homes across the country.
The UK government is investing £82.6 million in groundbreaking research to harness the power of artificial intelligence (AI) to transform cancer care and accelerate drug discovery.
Recent violence in the Eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has led to serious consequences for the population, with thousands of people killed or injured, critical health infrastructure destroyed, and an escalating humanitarian crisis, the World Health Organization (WHO) reported.
The UK government has launched its Artificial Intelligence (AI) Playbook to guide public sector organisations in safely and effectively implementing AI. This comprehensive resource offers practical guidance, real-world examples, and expert insights to maximise AI's potential while mitigating risks, driving innovation and improving public services
Euclid, the ESA's dark Universe detective, has made a stunning early discovery: a near-perfect Einstein ring. This rare phenomenon, caused by gravitational lensing, was found surrounding galaxy NGC 6505, showcasing Euclid's power and hinting at the wealth of cosmic secrets it will uncover.
A Rutgers study reveals widespread misconceptions about home firearm safety. Many adults overestimate protection against home invasions while underestimating the increased suicide risk.
The Artificial Intelligence Action Summit: Global leaders to tackle crucial ethical questions surrounding AI—what solutions might emerge from this dialogue?
New research in the Canadian Medical Association Journal links emergency department opioid prescriptions to small increases in future opioid use and hospitalisations, but not death or overdose. The study highlights the need for cautious prescribing, especially in high-risk patients.
A new study has revealed a new approach to help the US meet its Net Zero target by 2050; this new innovative solution involves weathering (EW) through agriculture.
Researchers at the Korea Research Institute of Standards and Science (KRISS) have developed a revolutionary catalyst that dramatically boosts the efficiency and affordability of green hydrogen production, paving the way for a sustainable energy future.
