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New guidance launched for digital mental health technologies

Medical and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) has released new guidance to help manufacturers meet UK medical regulations.

3D-printed material paves the way for advanced soft robotics and wearable devices

Researchers at Penn State University have revealed a 3D-printed material that promises to transform wearable devices.

Scientists develop ultra-efficient light-harvesting system

In a groundbreaking development, researchers at Julius-Maximilians-Universität (JMU) Würzburg have unveiled a pioneering light-harvesting system that promises to reshape the landscape of solar energy technology.

IT infrastructure: Why IT leaders are refining their approach to infrastructure

Over the past 20 years, the public cloud has gone from an ambitious, but unproven, infrastructure newcomer to a hugely successful and influential global trend.

3D printing brings personalised drugs to your local pharmacy

Imagine a world where children's medicine tastes like chocolate, seniors can take just one pill for all their daily medications, and you can get a drug made specifically for your unique health needs right at your local pharmacy.

Local authority partnerships encourage small cells delivery

Ali Akhtar, Head of Acquisitions, at BT Wholesale, explains how strong local authority partnerships are central to unlocking small cell connectivity.

New tech that turns CO2 into valuable chemicals, offers hope for sustainable manufacturing

The recent spike in food prices is not just a burden on grocery bills; it's also impacting the sugars used in biomanufacturing.

NHS patients to benefit from faster access to innovative medical technologies

NHS patients in England are set to gain quicker access to the latest and most innovative medical technologies, thanks to new plans proposed by NHS England and the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE).

Creating accountability and social value in public sector procurement

Here, Open Access Government dive into the world of public sector procurement in this Q&A with Robbie Blackhurst, founder and director of Compliance Chain.

Healthcare would stop without diagnostic imaging

Johan Carlegrim, President of Sectra Medical Education, discusses the value and necessity of incorporating advanced diagnostic imaging tools and realistic simulations into the medical curriculum to enhance the learning process for students and improve staff retention in healthcare.

Control algorithm for shape-shifting soft robots

MIT researchers have created a control algorithm that could revolutionise the field of soft robotics.

Trucking’s environmental benefits: Combining automation and electrification

The is a significant potential to mitigate urban health impacts and environmental damages by combining automation and electrification in long-haul trucking.

UK Government allocates £7 million funding for SMEs to drive AI innovation

The United Kingdom has revealed a funding initiative focusing on strengthening artificial intelligence (AI) adoption among small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) operating in high-growth sectors.

Optimising hybrid IT infrastructures in UK public sector organisations

Within public sector management, the adoption of hybrid IT infrastructures has become essential to enhancing operational efficiency and flexibility.

Laser-based sensor promises breakthrough in 3D printing

New laser-based sensing technology has been revealed and could change the quality assessment of critical metallic components produced through additive manufacturing, commonly known as 3D printing.

How government contractors can champion training sessions through interactive whiteboards

Okay, government contractors, you’ve landed a profitable government deal and secured employment for your team. It’s time to get to work, right? Well, not quite yet.

AI and adaptive dementia-supporting technology

People living with dementia are a hugely underserved group in so many ways, but dementia-supporting technology can offer better and longer independent living; Fiona Carragher, Director of Research and Influencing at Alzheimer’s Society, explains how.

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