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Romola Davenport and Richard Smith from the University of Cambridge explore epidemiological interactions between rural and urban populations and the consequences of urbanisation.

The technological skills that elderly people possess are ranged — they have smartphones, know how to Skype and have their own Facebook profiles. But, does it depend on what country you live in as to whether the older locals have a grip on the latest technology?

Cllr Peter Box, Chair of Key Cities takes the stance that mid-sized cities are key to inclusive growth in the UK

Indigenous and Northern Affairs Canada explain how the organisation is working to better the lives of the urban Aboriginal population in Canada

Ana João Sepulveda outlines how 40+Lab is helping organisations and businesses to out-rival in supporting the ageing population and preparing for the silver economy

Often seen as one of the most overstretched resources, the seas offer one of the best avenues for sustainable growth if utilised correctly

Open Access Government examines some of the statistics around Italy's ageing population, related health challenges, and policy action to address the issue Italy is currently the country with the second-highest number of older people – behind Germany. In 2013, it was estimated that more than 12 million elderly people were...

Commissioner for Regional and Urban Policy, Johannes Hahn explains what smart and sustainable growth means for European cities… 

On environmental undergraduate research, Professors Tom Landerholm and Kelly McDonald discuss their plan to focus all of their students on the research needed for a local river to recover 

Dr Renee J. Dufault, Executive Director at the Food Ingredient and Health Research Institute, explains the significance of nutritional epigenetics in understanding the impact of nutrients and dietary chemicals on gene expression patterns, as well as their role in the development of conditions such as autism and ADHD.

Ole Petter Ottersen, Acting Secretary-General of The Guild of European Research-Intensive Universities, states that Europe is at a critical juncture regarding research and innovation investments.

In a clash of ecosystems, native plants and non-native crops find themselves at odds, facing off against a common enemy: pathogens.

Professor Suzanne Verstappen discusses the impact and challenges associated with juvenile-onset rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseases when navigating education and employment.

Hui-Ping Chuang, Assistant researcher at the Sustainable Environment Research Laboratories of the National Cheng Kung University, shares insights into the vital role of microbes in waste removal and sustainable resource generation.

The topics discussed here by Marc Lemaître, Director-General for Research and Innovation of the European Commission, are empowering research careers and reinforcing the European Research Area.

Dr Vincent Prevot and Professors Markus Schwaninger and Ruben Nogueiras explain the significance of the perinatal maternal lifestyle, specifically prolonged lactation, in shielding offspring from chronic disease.

Niall J. English, from Chemical Engineering at University College Dublin, discusses how using electric-field-generated nanobubbles for agriculture is empowering fundamental progress.

Leptospirosis is a globally important infectious disease, but neglected to the extent that it’s not on WHO’s or FDA’s neglected tropical diseases lists; this needs to change.

Researchers from the WHEATBIOME project joined forces to address several challenges related to sustainable wheat production and consumption, revealing the role of microbes in shaping the Future of Healthy Food.

Clint Repski, Deputy Minister of the Saskatchewan Ministry of Education, outlines the policy priorities for education in Saskatchewan, with a particular focus on literacy and funding.