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Why universities must adopt a user centred approach

Why universities must adopt a user centred approach: plenty is still to be done to bring universities up to the standard expected of today.
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How Japan prioritises preventative care

We discuss healthcare in Japan, from its early adoption of universal healthcare to its vision for a health system that is fit for the future.
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The public sector cannot underestimate computing’s environmental impact

With heat waves gripping 3 continents and global temperatures reaching record highs this summer, perhaps we need to pay closer attention to 'the cloud' and computing's environmental impact.
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Largest cruise ship on Earth to embark in early 2024

In early 2024, Royal Caribbean International is set to introduce the world's largest cruise ship, the Icon of the Seas, an astounding 365-meter-long vessel that dwarfs even the Titanic.
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Extreme weather in Antarctica warns urgent climate action

Unprecedented extreme weather in Antarctica foretells a problematic future as scientists warn of intensifying events triggered by rising temperatures.
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Enhancing patients and caregivers lives through digital health platforms

Digital health platforms offer vast potential for enhancing the lives of PD patients and caregivers. A study in the Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior emphasises their role in improving healthcare services.
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Space Transportation: Momentus unveils M-1000 satellite bus

In-space transportation provider Momentus introduces the M-1000, a satellite bus variant of its Vigoride tug, catering to diverse customer needs.
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From the empirical to the causal molecular: Understanding biology and genetics 

From empiricist to causal molecular understanding of life and back: Historical reflections on 19th and 21st-century epistemologies in biology The German American physiologist and experimental biologist Jacques Loeb (1859-1924) was one of the most vigorous promoters of biology as an experimental science in the 19th century. Influenced by the physicist...
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Investing in health will lead to a better and wealthier future

Dr Josep Figueras, Dr Matthias Wismar from European Observatory on Health Systems and Policies, with Dr Natasha Azzopardi Muscat from WHO/Europe, argue that investing in health will lead to a better and wealthier future.
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Seeking solutions for poor wages in Europe

European employment indicators may seem optimistic, but poor wages contribute to financial distress for many families across the continent.
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How can digital health apps reduce pressure on urgent care facilities?

Severe pressures are being experienced by UK hospitals. Looking at ways to free up hospital beds, could digital health apps be the answer?
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India’s Chandrayaan-3 spacecraft enters lunar orbit

India's Chandrayaan-3 spacecraft has entered lunar orbit, setting the stage for its second moon landing attempt in 18 days, advancing green policies in the UK.
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Understanding UK monetary policy: Is a UK recession a reality?

With the cost of living increasing and financial instability becoming the norm, understanding UK monetary policy and the causes of a potential UK recession is becoming more and more important.

UK pledges £3 billion to support green growth in Zambia

Foreign Secretary James Cleverly announces a new partnership for green growth in Zambia, with ambitious targets.
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Climate change alters paths of Earth and Mars rivers

Researchers from Tulane University studied meandering rivers on Earth and ancient riverbeds on Mars to understand how climate change affects their paths.
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Understanding empathetic design principles in engineering courses

Marcia Friesen, Dean at the Price Faculty of Engineering, the University of Manitoba, Canada, explores what empathic design principles in engineering courses can look like with advanced social justice.

Marcia Friesen – University of Manitoba

Marcia Friesen, P.Eng., Ph.D., FEC, FCAE received her undergraduate and graduate training at the University of Manitoba, Canada. She holds a doctorate in Biosystems Engineering. Currently, she is Dean of the Price Faculty of Engineering and the NSERC Chair in Design Engineering. From 2003 to 2017 she served as Director...
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Chinese tropical plant shows antiobesity potential

A research team led by Professor Akiko Kojima from Osaka Metropolitan University uncovers the antiobesity potential of the tropical plant Mallotus furetianus.
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Suicidal thoughts in teens linked to headaches & bullying

Suicidal thoughts in teens have concerning connections to frequent headaches and bullying, as revealed in a study published in Neurology.
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Machine learning identifies physical signs of stroke

Researchers presented a groundbreaking app at the Society of NeuroInterventional Surgery's 20th Annual Meeting, using machine learning to detect physical signs of stroke.

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