“Even if we stop burning fossil fuels today, temperatures will not go down”, report...
July 2023 has seen extreme heat events sweeping North America, Europe and China. Researchers point to the need for ending burning fossil fuels and heat action plans across affected cities.
The challenge of treating genetic diseases: The example of creatine transporter deficiency
The vast majority of genetic diseases remains beyond possibilities of treatment with research continuing to be able to offer therapies to the affected patients.
UK and Middle East strengthen ties during foreign secretary’s visit
Foreign Secretary James Cleverly is embarking on a 3-day visit to Qatar, Kuwait, and Jordan, highlighting the UK and Middle East region's growing partnership.
Essentiality of diversity in STEM education
Nadeem Ahmad, Founder and Managing Director of Templeton and Partners, discusses his thoughts on the essentiality of diversity in STEM education.
Russia’s veto leaves 4.1 million Syrians in uncertainty, aid blocked
UK Ambassador Barbara Woodward expressed grave concern in the UN Security Council about northwest Syria as Russia's veto worsens the situation.
Finding a Net Zero NHS: The future of heating in hospitals
Decarbonising heating in hospitals is the how the UK will achieve a net zero NHS by 2040, with guidance from the public and private sectors to procure clean technologies.
Does a high-fibre diet reduce the risk of cancer?
Research is now showing that cancer risk can be reduced by increasing the amount of fibre in the diet, is this true?
Ursula von der Leyen faces turmoil as senior EU commissioners depart
Ursula von der Leyen, the powerful President of the European Commission, is facing internal turmoil as several senior commissioners have announced their departures.
Ongoing blaze from Greece wildfires forces massive Rhodes evacuation
Terrifying Greece wildfires continue to ravage the island of Rhodes, forcing thousands of tourists to flee, while suspicions of arson and the heatwave add to the crisis.
Magnetic and acoustic levitation to protect bioprint heart models against radiation
The new PULSE project utilising both magnetic and acoustic levitation claims to hold the key to bioprinting technology with potential applications in space and on Earth.
California’s troubled high-speed train goes solar-powered
California's ambitious high-speed train, spanning 1287.5 kilometers and linking the US west coast to Canada and Las Vegas, faces significant hurdles in its development
New negative emission technology in direct ocean carbon capture
Despite the ocean undertaking some of the largest climate change impacts, it also plays a part of the solution to reversing it. Researchers look to membrane contactors in direct ocean carbon capture.
Embracing student voice can help to create classroom inclusivity
Amidst the rapid evolution of our world, it becomes evident that a profound transformation toward classroom inclusivity is needed in the realm of education in the UK.
UK and India conclude 11th round of FTA negotiations
On 18 July 2023, the United Kingdom and India successfully wrapped up the eleventh round of talks to establish a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between the two nations.
The eight habits researchers recommend to lengthen life expectancy
Surveying over 700,000 U.S veterans has revealed that adopting eight lifestyle habits by middle age can extend life expectancy by years, if not decades.
How Emission Based Parking will transform urban mobility
ULEZ isn’t the only way to reduce city emissions. Other anti-pollution options for Government and Councils to explore include Emission Based Parking and more.
The cutting-edge property inspection and operations software empowering the public sector
Property Inspect has been awarded ‘Crown Commercial Service Supplier’ to provide award-winning property inspection software to the public sector.
Researchers unravel HIV drug resistance mechanisms
The National Institutes of Health and Salk Institute researchers have made strides in understanding the molecular mechanisms behind HIV drug resistance mechanisms.
Closing the gaps in the cashless economy
What must governments do to transition to the cashless economy? Policymakers need to address issues by protecting access to cash and to the financial system.
Insider threats: What they are and how to prevent them
While organisations continue to invest heavily in defensive strategies to help mitigate or at least reduce the threats posed by external cyber criminals, there is often neglect for insider threats.
