How to combat poor indoor air quality (IQA) while also saving energy
Recent heat pump developments have made it possible to tackle the issue of poor indoor air quality without sacrificing energy efficiency.
A reality check for AI tools in the NHS
Radiologist Dr Farzana Rahman examines the challenges for the adoption of AI tools in the NHS and why other critical issues must be addressed before such technologies can be adopted.
Financial Times Stock Exchange 100 surges to new record high
The FTSE 100, the UK's leading stock index, reached a historic milestone today, hitting an all-time high of 8,076 points.
FimusKraft Bio-gas Plant (FKBP): Is bio-waste a cost or an income for you?
FimusKraft bio-gas Plant FKBP turns the bio-waste cost-effectively into electricity, heat and nutrient-rich bio-fertilizer.
Collaboration and Partnerships in Accelerating Cancer Drug Development
Lorna Rothery spoke to the Cancer Drug Development Forum’s Managing Director, Professor Jaap Verweij and Chairperson of the CDDF Board of Directors, Professor Ruth Plummer, about opportunities and challenges in oncology research and treatment.
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.
Galactic gas outflow: Cosmic fountain leaking into galaxy NGC 4383
A discovery of a gas outflow has been made about the galaxy NGC 4383, located within the Virgo cluster.
Navigating the storm: Addressing the healthcare workforce crisis in the UK
The UK’s healthcare sector is currently at a crossroads, grappling with a workforce crisis that is not only impacting the delivery of healthcare services but is also posing a significant threat to patient care.
Earth Day 2024: The fight against plastic pollution
On April 22nd, millions around the world will join together for Earth Day 2024, under the idea of "Planet vs. Plastics" to combat the escalating crisis of plastic pollution.
Liverpool University to lead £1.3m initiative to combat antimicrobial resistance
In an aim towards battling the global threat of antimicrobial resistance (AMR), the University of Liverpool has been granted £1.3 million to lead the UK Government’s Fleming Fund Fellowship Programme.
What connects osteoarthritis and ageing and what effect do preventative measures have?
Lorna Rothery spoke to Dr Wendy Holden, Arthritis Action’s medical advisor, about osteoarthritis and ageing, the key supportive and preventative strategies needed, as well as the charity’s 2024/26 strategy.
Celebrating 10 years of success: Crown Commercial Service’s decade of impact
In April 2014, the Crown Commercial Service (CCS) was established with a mission to change government procurement and maximise value for the UK public sector.
Driving organizational success with proven software solutions and expertise
Lateef Daly, CEO of Versatile Solutions Ltd (VS), explains how organizational success is delivered by providing an integrated and automated suite of solutions to create a ‘single source of truth’.
Liver inflammation’s role in cancer treatment resistance
Is the a link between liver inflammation and cancer treatment outcomes? Researchers have found why certain cancers become resistant to immunotherapy.
The shifting burden of neglected tropical diseases in the age of climate change
Now is the time to invest in trans-national control strategies to stop the spread of neglected tropical diseases and limit suffering, say Jake Mathewson and Ente Rood, Epidemiologists at KIT Royal Tropical Institute.
Ancient plankton migration offers clues to future marine extinctions
Researchers have new insights into how marine communities responded to extreme global warming events millions of years ago.
The impact of oral health inequalities in England
Dental Surgeon Dr Shiraz Khan unpacks the challenges impacting dental care in the UK and the measures needed to mitigate poor oral health inequalities.
Animal protection NGO urges election commitments to phase out animal testing
Animal protection NGO Cruelty Free International recently presented its manifesto which asks for a phase-out of animal testing at the Houses of Parliament, including animal testing for cosmetics ingredients to be made illegal.
Government launches £1.3 Million transport innovation competition
To improve the transport sector and enhance economic growth, the UK government has revealed a £1.3 million initiative aimed at driving innovation in transportation.
Climate change to cause income reductions by 2050
A study published in Nature shows a troubling economic future for the world unless urgent action is taken to control climate change.