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Astronomers reveal the turbulent teenage years of new worlds

Astronomers have uncovered a long-missing chapter in the life story of planetary systems.

The new Westcott Space Hub creates a home for future space missions

A new space innovation hub has officially opened in Buckinghamshire, solidifying the UK’s efforts to continue to grow its space sector.

EU approves first wave of defence funding under SAFE programme

The European Commission has approved the first set of national defence investment plans under the Security Action for Europe (SAFE) initiative, marking a significant...

ERC Consolidator Grants 2026 attract over 3,000 research proposals

The European Research Council (ERC) has confirmed that the call for Consolidator Grants 2026 closed on 13 January 2026, attracting a total of 3,060...

Red tape cut to accelerate UK robotics and defence innovation

Outdated regulations that are hindering Britain’s robotics and defence technology sectors are set to be overhauled, as the government names both industries as new priority areas for the Regulatory Innovation Office.

EU mission info days reveal new funding calls for 2026-2027

The European Union will host dedicated Info Days for the EU Missions on 20 and 21 January 2026, offering stakeholders a comprehensive overview of the new calls under the Horizon Europe Work Programme (WP) 2026/27.

The EU Space Act recommendations

Angelo Pagliara gets us up to speed with the challenges and the opportunities experienced by the European space economy.

European Commission appoints new European innovation council board

The European Commission has officially appointed the 20 members of the renewed European Innovation Council (EIC) Board, marking an important step in strengthening Europe’s innovation leadership.

Scientists discover a new quantum state with technological potential

Scientists have uncovered a previously unknown quantum state of matter that could reshape the future of computing, sensing, and advanced materials.

An ancient galaxy slowly starved by its own black hole

Astronomers have identified one of the oldest “dead” galaxies ever observed and discovered new evidence that supermassive black holes can quietly choke off star formation over time, rather than destroying galaxies in sudden, violent events.

EU preparedness: Projects reinforcing Europe’s resilience

As Europe enters a new phase of preparedness, crises are becoming more frequent as it becomes more interconnected and unpredictable.

£2.1M EPSRC fellowship set to advance magnetic particle imaging

The University of Liverpool has secured a major £2.1 million award from the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) to support cutting-edge research into next-generation medical imaging technologies.

Why innovative startups and scale-ups are leaving the EU

A new study by the European Investment Bank (EIB), in collaboration with the European Commission under the InvestEU Advisory Hub, examines the growing concerns for Europe’s innovation ecosystem.

NASA selects ARES Technical Services for Wallops range operations

NASA has awarded a contract to ARES Technical Services Corporation of McLean, Virginia, to support launch range operations at the agency’s Wallops Flight Facility on Virginia’s Eastern Shore.

Why should schools teach the humanities subjects?

David Walker, a representative from The Humanities Association, delves into the compelling reasons for integrating the humanities into school curriculums.

The interactive science centre in Luxembourg brings learning to life for all ages

An innovative science centre in southern Luxembourg is transforming how people of all ages engage with science, technology, and discovery.

International project awarded £215K to unlock the secrets of the Universe’s rare elements

An international research project led by the University of Surrey has been awarded £215,100 to explore some of the rarest and most unstable forms of matter in the universe.

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