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DOE invests $625 million to advance U.S leadership in quantum science

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has announced a $625 million investment to renew its five National Quantum Information Science (QIS) Research Centres.

Alfvén waves: Elusive waves found to power the Sun’s corona

Scientists have finally found direct evidence of small-scale torsional Alfvén waves in the Sun’s corona, solving an 80-year-old solar mystery. These elusive magnetic waves could be the energy source that powers the Sun’s multi-million-degree outer atmosphere.

From ‘analogue to digital’: Will digital transformation improve HIV care?

Last month, the UK Government published its long-awaited 10-Year Health Plan, with one of its three key shifts being the move from ‘analogue to digital’.

Egypt becomes the second African Nation to join Horizon Europe

Egypt has officially joined Horizon Europe, creating a new chapter in EU–Africa scientific collaboration.

Ban the Butt: Why it’s time to stub out cigarette filters for good 

Cigarette filters are the most littered item on earth. Here in the UK, they make up around two-thirds of all litter, despite only 12% of people smoking. What steps need to be taken to protect the planet?

NHS AI trial saves 400,000 hours a month with Microsoft 365 Copilot

NHS staff save 43 minutes daily using AI, freeing 400,000 hours monthly and cutting costs significantly.

241 proposals submitted for MSCA and citizens call 2025

The latest Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) and Citizens, as part of Horizon Europe, have received a lot of attention across the continent, with 241 proposals submitted before the October 22 deadline.

The interlinked crises of climate change, pollution and biodiversity loss

Therese Fosholt Moe at Ramboll emphasises the urgency for Europe to take action now to ensure a resilient future.

30% of EU workers now use AI as digitalisation reshapes workplaces

A new EU-wide survey reveals that artificial intelligence and digital monitoring are rapidly transforming workplaces across Europe.

New NHS Framework accelerates access to AI scribing tools

NHS Shared Business Services has launched a £150M framework for digital dictation, speech recognition, and outsourced transcription. This will provide immediate time-saving tools and create a future-ready pathway for emerging Ambient Voice and AI scribing technologies.

Over €140 million has been awarded to transform visionary science into breakthrough innovation

The European Innovation Council (EIC) has announced the results of its 2025 Pathfinder Open call, providing over €140 million to support 44 new research projects across Europe and beyond.

MS may start years before symptoms, UCSF study reveals

UCSF researchers found early immune signs of multiple sclerosis years before symptoms, a discovery that could transform diagnosis and care.

New discovery unveils key mechanism behind pre-eclampsia

Researchers at the Medical University of Vienna have identified a previously unknown mechanism in pre-eclampsia, offering new insights into its causes and potential treatments.

EU launches stronger ties with the Balkans in research and innovation

The European Union and the Western Balkans have taken steps to strengthen cooperation on research, innovation, and economic development.

The Genocide Watch List 2025: Where and why is the world burning?

Today, multiple regions face the grim reality of genocide. Genocide Emergencies in Myanmar, Gaza and Sudan, and major warnings elsewhere, underscore the failure to...

AgriScale pilot accelerates UK agri-tech manufacturing scale-up

Innovate UK's AgriScale pilot supports agri-tech businesses in scaling up manufacturing, bridging the gap between prototype and market-ready solutions to enhance the UK's advanced manufacturing capabilities.

From awareness to action: Addressing social isolation and loneliness among older adults in Canada

The Canadian Coalition for Seniors’ Mental Health (CCSMH) has created the first clinical guidelines to address SI&L, urging healthcare professionals to recognize these issues as national concerns. Executive Director Claire Checkland tells us more.

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