The European Commission has announced a recent investment of €29 million in three initiatives under Horizon Europe's WIDERA program, looking to support public engagement with science, provide better opportunities for early-career researchers, and enhance the practical application of research in society and the economy,
Scientists at Argonne National Laboratory have developed a new nanoscale technique, surface-sensitive spintronic terahertz spectroscopy (SSTS), to probe the quantum behaviour of materials at interfaces. This breakthrough offers unprecedented insights into surface phonons and interfacial superconductivity, paving the way for advancements in quantum material and technologies.
The AI Metascience Fellowship Programme will fund researchers exploring AI's potential to transform how science is conducted, accelerate discoveries, and address key ethical and societal challenges.
The UK government is committed to investing £2.65 billion into flood defences across England, hoping to protect lives, homes and businesses from the effects of flooding, Edie reported.
Glasgow has secured £5 million in research funding to fight health inequalities. A partnership of city organisations will use data and research to address factors like poverty, housing, and education, aiming to improve the lives of all Glaswegians.
Innovation is difficult to quantify, yet its impact is undeniable. The Clarivate Top 100 Global Innovators™ 2024 report ranks the world's most forward-thinking companies and institutions, measuring their technological impact and industry leadership.
We might be about to see a collaboration between Japan and Horizon Europe, with the European Union announcing ongoing discussions on the topic of Japan's association to the research funding giant.
Jan Palmowski, Secretary-General of The Guild of European Research-Intensive Universities, examines the themes of research and innovation in Europe’s quest for a global comeback.
Photonics21, a leading European Technology Platform, has launched its 2025 Innovation Award, inviting aspiring innovators to submit their groundbreaking ideas in the field of photonics; find out here how to apply.
New Government funding will help to support students and Universities, this package will support the next generation in biological engineering and physical science.
In June 2024, Denmark stepped up its climate efforts by launching a Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) Fund, providing DKK 28.3 billion (about €3.8 billion) over the next 16 years to support the capture, transport, and storage of CO2.
Cornwall is emerging as a global centre for innovation and sustainability. The county is at the forefront of addressing critical global challenges, from climate change and human health to securing a sustainable supply of critical minerals.
