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Data governance and government: The need for effective and protective data management

Marc Hoogstad, Head of Product Management at Finworks, tells us about the key challenges and best practices that governments must consider when establishing their data governance framework.
Fishing industry: huge catch of herring fish on the boat out in North Sea

Turid Rustad: Navigating the seas of seafood processing

In this comprehensive discussion, Turid Rustad, professor at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology shares insights into her background in the realm of biotechnology and food science, the collaborative nature of her work, challenges in seafood processing, and her vision for the industry’s future.
Space and Galaxy light speed travel. Elements of this image furnished by NASA.

Uniting Einstein’s gravity with Quantum mechanics

Physicists from University College London (UCL) have put forth a theory to adapt the longstanding clash between two foundational pillars of modern physics – quantum theory and Einstein's theory of general relativity.
Tree Growth Three Steps In nature And beautiful morning lighting

Hidden role of plant waxes in environmental communication

Researchers from the University of Toronto Scarborough have revealed that the protective waxy barrier surrounding plants may be crucial in sending chemical signals to other plants and insects.
3D rendering Pelvic bone and hip joint 3D isolated on black background.

Hip fractures: A looming healthcare crisis

With the number of hip fractures projected to double by 2050, Dr Philippe Halbout, CEO of the International Osteoporosis Foundation, calls for timely action, including post-fracture care to prevent costly and life-threatening secondary fractures.

Barry Bennett – BELECTRIC GmbH

Barry Bennett is Managing Director at BELECTRIC Solar Ltd., BELECTRIC GmbH’s UK subsidiary He started his professional career as an engineer and made his way into the renewable industry in 2014. Three years later, Bennett found his niche in solar energy and joined BELECTRIC, one of Europe's leading EPC service...

Lithos crop protect: Food safety needs natural plant protection

Here, we learn that Lithos Crop Protect works on greener agriculture thanks to EU innovation funding.
Figure 1. (a) High-resolution transmission electron microscopy image of UNCDTM coating, showing 3-5 nm grains; (b) Schematic of Si microchip (artificial retina)-left/cross-section scanning electron microscopy (SEM-top right) image of UNCD-encapsulated microchip and electrodes (bottom) made of Si tips coated with unique electrically conductive N atoms-doped N-UNCD coating. Injecting electrons in ganglion cells, transferring to the brain to produce an image; (c) Cross-section SEM image of UNCD-coated DI; (d) X-ray image of UNCD- coated DI (upper left) and UNCD-coated DI in maxillary bone of one of 51 patients implanted with UNCD-coated DI in clinical trials (2018 to present); (e) Schematics of artificial hip (top)/knee (bottom) to be coated with UNCDTM; (f) Water drop contact angle (178 ̊) on CF4 plasma processed UNCDTM surface, showing highest super-hydrophobicity of any known biomaterial, inhibiting blood cells adhesion on stent’s surface (Fig. 1(g))/heart valve’s surface (Fig. 1 (h)), eliminating thrombus formation. (5)

Ultrananocrystalline diamond (UNCD™) coating for new-generation implantable medical devices/prostheses

In this materials science piece, Orlando Auciello, describes the development of a unique multifunctional/best biocompatible ultrananocrystalline diamond (UNCDTM) coating for new-generation implantable medical devices and prostheses.
Bushfire smouldering in Australian Outback

Climate, Green Deal, environment and oceans

An in-depth analysis of the European Commission’s climate change, Green Deal, environment, oceans and fisheries policies by Open Access Government.
Satellite in space

Understanding PFAS: Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances

Carole Anne Wilkinson, Product and Chemical Stewardship Leader at W.L. Gore & Associates, examines regulation around per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS).

Distinguished Professor Susan M. Scott – The Australian National University

Distinguished Professor Susan M. Scott is Theory and Data Analysis Leader in the Centre for Gravitational Astrophysics (CGA) at The Australian National University (ANU) She is a Chief Investigator of the Australian Research Council Centre of Excellence for Gravitational Wave Discovery (OzGrav), and a Council Member of the LIGO Scientific...
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Cloud technology: Preparing our health systems for the future

This year marks the 10th anniversary of Genomics England and the 100,000 Genomes Project, which paved the way for a new era of genomic medicine.
batteries

Battery innovation: The UK’s EV revolution

Dr Martin Owen Jones, Energy Materials Coordinator at the ISIS Neutron and Muon Source, Science and Technology Facilities Council, discusses powering Britain’s future by balancing gigafactories and battery innovation for the UK’s EV revolution.
Promoting regular exercise to protect brain health

Promoting regular exercise to protect brain health

Regular exercise is a critical step in maintaining healthy physiology and ensuring healthy aging. However, there are many diseases and conditions that make exercise inaccessible or reduce its efficacy. The Wessells lab studies exercise and the pathways it works through to identify key molecules required for a proper exercise response.
A scientist using a pipette with a microtiter plate and a petri dish

AI and modern experimental biology: A historical perspective

Ute Deichmann, Director of the Jacques Loeb Centre for the History and Philosophy of the Life Sciences at Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, discusses the adoption and limitations of Artificial Intelligence within modern experimental biology.
Cars on a snowy road at night

A more environmentally-friendly alternative to rock salt

Gareth Ellis, the Managing Director at EcoGrit Ltd, charts a safer, non-toxic, more environmentally-friendly alternative to rock salt, a granular product made with natural ingredients.
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Government Digital and Data: Attracting tech talent to Civil Service

Through digital innovation and AI, top tech talent is to drive the creation of essential and accessible public services for everyone in the UK thanks to the new brand: Government Digital and Data.
Silhouetted office workers replaced by computer code.

Public sector trend predictions 2024: Addressing challenges and embracing innovation

In an ever-shifting landscape of public governance and services, the year 2024 promises to bring about notable transformations and challenges for the public sector. As we explore the public sector trends across different facets of the public sector, the common thread is the call for adaptability and innovation.
MICHAEL BEER

Michael Beer: Developing an effective hight commitment, high-performance organization

Mike Beer is the Cahners-Rabb Professor of Business Administration, Emeritus at the Harvard Business School and author Fit to Compete: Why Honest Conversations About Your Company’s Capabilities are the Key to a Winning Strategy (2020). The book provides a road map for developing an effective hight commitment, high-performance organization...
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How climate change is a danger to our health

The World Health Organization (WHO) and the global health community demand that climate change's impact on health take centre stage at COP28.

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