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Pioneering human-centric sustainable tech must be central to the EU’s energy strategy

Pioneering sustainable technology centred on humans must be key to the EU’s energy strategy, argues Robert Ackrill, Professor at Nottingham Business School.

Lanarkshire is named as Scotland’s new AI Growth Zone

Lanarkshire has been announced as the location of Scotland’s new AI Growth Zone, which will help to boost jobs, skills, and economic growth across the region.

The European Union and Chile join to strengthen the research and innovation partnership

The European Union and Chile have continued to reaffirm their strong and strategic partnership in research and innovation during the 11th Chile–EU Joint Steering Committee Meeting (JSCM), held on 13 January 2026 in Santiago, Chile.

Belgium raises climate ambition but faces gaps in delivery

The European Commission has published its assessment of Belgium’s final updated National Energy and Climate Plan (NECP), acknowledging increased ambition while warning that stronger implementation efforts are still needed.

Rapid test trial to diagnose winter respiratory infections in minutes

NIHR-supported trial tests a rapid, low-cost point-of-care test that can diagnose flu, COVID‑19, and RSV in minutes, potentially speeding up winter diagnosis and care across the NHS.

Dementia in Europe to soar 64% by 2050, Alzheimer’s report warns

Alzheimer Europe forecasts dementia in Europe to rise 64% by 2050, highlighting urgent health and policy needs.

Breakthrough in nanofabrication unlocks new materials for 3D printing

Researchers from MPI-IS and NUS have developed a light-driven 3D printing technique that moves beyond polymers. This breakthrough enables micro-fabrication using metals and semiconductors, paving the way for advanced, multi-material robots and medical devices.

Scientists discover new butterfly genus while mapping the rapid evolution of tropical mimicry

A new study of Adelpha butterflies reveals that tropical species evolve mimicry patterns faster than temperate ones, providing rare evidence for a "biodiversity feedback loop" driven by complex interactions between predators and their prey.

HS2 hits major milestone as tunnelling to Euston begins

HS2 has reached a major turning point as tunnelling work officially begins on the route into central London, which is a step forward in delivering the UK’s new high-speed railway.

European Institutions boost innovation to secure EU access to space

On 27 January 2026, the European Commission and the European Parliament took the next steps towards Europe’s independent access to space.

UK loses measles-free status: What does this mean for children?

Rising measles cases and low vaccination rates have caused the UK to lose its measles-free status.

ERC proof of concept grants 2025: Where are they now?

The European Research Council’s Proof of Concept (PoC) Grants 2025 showed how frontier research can move far beyond the laboratory to address urgent global challenges.

UK farming rules overhauled to cut water pollution and help farmers

UK government launches major farming rule changes to cut water pollution, simplify regulations and boost farmer support.

NHS launches trailblazing AI and robot pilot to spot lung cancer sooner

Discover how the NHS is using AI and robot technology to detect lung cancer earlier, reduce invasive tests, and improve survival across England.

“Women’s rights are disability rights, and disability rights are women’s rights”

Lorna Rothery interviewed Ms Pirkko Mahlmäki, Chair of the Women’s Committee at the European Disability Forum, about the intersecting inequalities, stigma, and discrimination faced by women and girls with disabilities in the EU, and the measures needed across sectors to effectively tackle this.

Shrubs cut carbon emissions in China’s largest desert

A plan to cut carbon emissions in China: A forty-year project to green the Taklamakan Desert's edge has successfully created a measurable carbon sink. Research from the University of California, Riverside, shows that these hardy shrubs effectively pull carbon dioxide from the atmosphere.

Cervical cancer awareness month 2026: EU initiatives to prevent cancer and improve care

Learn how the EU is preventing cervical cancer in 2026 with vaccination, screening programmes, and better care across Europe.

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