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Photonics21 launches 2025 Innovation Award to foster entrepreneurial spirit

Photonics21, a leading European Technology Platform, has launched its 2025 Innovation Award, inviting aspiring innovators to submit their groundbreaking ideas in the field of photonics; find out here how to apply.

A ‘Triple Star’ discovery set to revolutionise stellar evolution understanding

A groundbreaking revelation by scientists at the University of Leeds has the potential to reshape astronomers' understanding of some of the largest and most prevalent stars in the universe.

Media ideology shapes public perception of artificial intelligence

Virginia Tech researchers delve into how media ideology influences media sentiment on AI, impacting public opinion and potentially shaping future policy discussions.

JWST: Dwarf galaxies utilise a 10-million-year lull to propel star formation

University of Michigan researchers have unveiled a cosmic phenomenon in dwarf galaxies, shedding light on their stellar productivity. Dwarf galaxies, less evolved than their massive counterparts, boast expansive star-forming regions and higher star formation rates.

Unveiling the secrets of teenage galaxies: A JWST breakthrough

In a groundbreaking study, astronomers led by Carnegie's Gwen Rudie and Northwestern University's Allison Strom uncovered unprecedented details about "teenage galaxies" that formed just 2 to 3 billion years after the Big Bang.

Social media through the decades: Study on nostalgia and memories

In the ever-evolving landscape of social media, a decade-long study by the University of Gothenburg and University West delves into the profound impact of nostalgia and memories on the online experiences of eleven active users.

New AI system can diagnose Autism earlier

A new Artificial intelligence (AI) system has been designed to examine specialised brain MRIs and proved accurate in diagnosing autism in children aged 24 to 48 months.

Revolutionising implants: Infection-resistant, 3D-printed metals

Researchers at Washington State University have created a groundbreaking surgical implant that demonstrated 87% effectiveness in destroying the bacteria responsible for staph infections in laboratory trials.

Recently discovered bird tracks help researchers understand the Early Cretaceous period

The discovery of 27 avian footprints along the southern coast of Australia, originating from the Early Cretaceous period when Australia was linked to Antarctica, provides a new perspective on the early evolution of birds and potential migratory patterns.

Leonid Meteor shower to illuminate UK skies this weekend

This weekend, the night sky will be illuminated by the spectacular Leonid meteor shower, providing a captivating show for stargazers. 

NASA’s dark matter discoveries

A groundbreaking recovery system developed by researchers at the University of Sydney has successfully salvaged data from a NASA mission to map dark matter surrounding galaxy clusters.

Research funding in Canada update

Open Access Government provides further updates on research funding in Canada, this time focussing on drug discovery, artificial intelligence, and the bio-manufacturing industry to support the next generation of scientists.

Space breakthrough: Mars immigration advancements

Recent breakthroughs in Mars exploration bring humanity closer to realising Mars immigration dreams. The key lies in overcoming the challenge of oxygen scarcity for long-term survival.

Rethinking urban design’s for 21st-century weather

Climate change increases the frequency and intensity of weather extremes throughout the United States, such as heat waves and heavy rainfall.

Detecting ancient earth-like planets easier than identifying modern Earth

Scientists at Cornell University suggest that by examining Earth's Phanerozoic era, telescopes could improve the detection of potential signs of life on exoplanets.

Reducing the pet primate trade: The importance of keeping primates out of the home

Stronger measures are needed to reduce pet primate ownership says Kate Dylewsky from the Government Affairs, Animal Welfare Institute.

Enabling speech through thoughts alone

A team of neuroscientists, neurosurgeons and engineers have created a speech prosthesis that can interoperate a person's brain signals and convert them into speech.

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