How have renewables changed the global energy landscape?
Dr Hans-Wilhelm Schiffer, Executive Chair World Energy Resources, World Energy Council highlights how renewables have transformed the global energy supply
World Parkinson’s Day: uniting to raise awareness
Today, stakeholders from across the globe will unite to raise awareness of Parkinson’s during a dedicated campaign
The role of physiotherapy for Parkinson’s
Writing on behalf of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy, Dr. Bhanu Ramaswamy highlights how physiotherapy can help manage the symptoms of Parkinson’s
Aarhus: Welcome to the European Capital of Culture 2017
Mayor Jacob Bundsgaard explains why becoming the European Capital of Culture 2017 will bring long-term economic and social benefits to the city of Aarhus
How does the pension world look in 2017?
Pensions and Lifetime Savings Association’s Graham Vidler shares his expectations for the pension world in 2017 and the next generation of pensioners
How can 3D cities assist with urban management and sustainability?
Sylvie Daniel, Université Laval outlines how 3D city modelling and augmented reality can assist with urban management and sustainability.
How can we fight cybercrime in a digital age?
In an increasingly connected world tackling cybercrime must be a consideration for everyone, says EU Commissioner for the Security Union, Julian King
An ambitious strategy for German research
In March, a new hi-tech strategy for German research was adopted. Open Access Government discusses the report and how it will aid innovation in the country
World Health Day: Shining a light on postpartum depression
Around 10-15 per cent of women suffer postpartum depression after giving birth. This year’s World Health Day will highlight this important issue
Community-led services gain government cash boost
The Department for Communities and Local Government has revealed a multi-million pound cash boost for community-led services
The role of metals in the sustainable production of chemicals
Martin Warren, Professor of Biochemistry at the University of Kent and co-director of the Metals in Biology Network describes how a recent meeting of academic and industrial scientists helped to cross-fertilise research on the role of metals in the sustainable production of chemicals and the removal of pollutants.
How the Slovak Republic strengthened innovation in the EU
Peter Plavčan, Minister of Education, Science, Research and Sport shares how the Slovak Republic strengthened innovation during its EU Council Presidency
The antibiotic apocalypse – can heterocyclic chemistry help?
Prof Colin J Suckling, University of Strathclyde's Department of Pure & Applied Chemistry, discusses heterocyclic chemistry.
Public sector IT must deliver cost effective support solutions
Mark Smith, CEO of SAP, highlights the plight of public sector IT amid budget cuts and explains why it is vital to deliver better sourced services
Carbon capture brought to the forefront of the UK’s climate targets
Carbon capture and storage is a key player in the challenge to meet reduced emission targets by 2015, according to the Energy Technologies Institute (ETI)
The Danish space sector: A strategy for the future
Peter Mandix Sehestedt, Senior Consultant, Ministry for Higher Education and Science shares why the Danish space sector is important for the economy
Critical communications and the Internet of Things
Nigel Hawkins, Managing Director EMEA, Everbridge highlights how critical communications can utilise technology developed in the Internet of Things sector
Rapid response: Using mobile technology to tackle disasters
Jessica Gibson, Project Manager, West Yorkshire for Innovation at West Yorkshire Police shares how mobile technology can help services during an emergency
A sustainable transport strategy for Europe
M F Warrender, Open Access Government, highlights EU Commissioner Violeta Bulc’s innovative plan to finance sustainable transport and infrastructure projects
Financing cancer research in Italy
AIRC is involved in financing cancer research in Italy, helping researchers produce quality projects. Professor Federico Caligaris Cappio explains