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Nuclear waste to cancer cure: UK turns reprocessed uranium into precision medicine

Hundreds of tonnes of reprocessed nuclear material are set to power a new generation of cancer treatments.

Neighbourhoods need digital – without it, integration won’t happen

Rezina Hakim, Senior Policy Adviser for Digital at NHS Confederation, emphasises the crucial role of digital infrastructure in enhancing the effectiveness of neighbourhood health teams (NHTs) and supporting timely, coordinated, and person-centred care.

Adolescent body image issues linked to adult depression, UCL study finds

UCL research shows body image concerns in teens raise the risk of depression in adulthood, highlighting the need for early support.

Government offer rejected: Resident doctors to strike today

Resident doctors in England have overwhelmingly rejected the government’s latest offer in a decisive BMA vote, with 83% saying “no”.

NASA advances two heliophysics missions to better understand space weather

NASA has moved forward in its efforts towards improving our understanding of space weather by selecting two heliophysics mission concepts for continued development.

Denmark has launched tenders for three offshore wind farms

The Danish Energy Agency has opened tenders for three new offshore wind farm areas.

41% of adults in England show signs of tooth decay, survey reveals

New research from UCL reveals alarming levels of tooth decay in adults in England, highlighting the need for improved dental care and public health initiatives.

From AI to quantum: How the European defence fund is shaping the future of EU defence technology

Artificial intelligence, quantum technologies, advanced digital systems and new sensing capabilities are redefining how armed forces plan, decide and operate.

Nearly 1 in 5 NHS A&E patients treated in corridors or waiting rooms

A new University of Bristol study finds nearly 1 in 5 NHS emergency department patients are treated in corridors or waiting rooms, highlighting severe overcrowding and mounting pressure.

£2.3m investment backs farmers to adopt green farming technology

The UK government is investing £2.3 million in farmer-led trials to evaluate green farming technology, digital tools, and low-emission equipment on operational farms.

Singapore launches Horizon Europe complementary fund to deepen EU research ties

Singapore has moved to strengthen its research and innovation collaboration with the European Union, launching the Singapore–Horizon Europe Complementary Fund on 5 December.

New technology services 4 framework goes live to support public sector digital transformation

The UK public sector is receiving an upgrade in how it buys technology services, with the launch of the Technology Service 4 (TS4) framework.

€1.25 billion boost for European research as MSCA unveils 2026-2027 calls

The European Commission has announced a new investment in research talent and innovation through the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA).

Resident doctors weigh new government offer as December strikes loom

Resident doctors in England are weighing a revised government proposal on training and job reforms as the British Medical Association consults members on whether to call off planned December strikes.

UAE launches AI ecosystem to boost global agricultural resilience

The UAE has launched an ai-powered agricultural ecosystem, partnering with global institutions to help farmers adapt to climate change and improve food security.

NHS launches partnership to explore AI in mental health services

A new NHS partnership is exploring how artificial intelligence could transform mental health services, improve access to care, and reduce pressure on clinicians.

Digital pathology in the cloud: Driving interoperability, AI integration, and future-ready diagnosis

Philips Healthcare tells us about the advantages of adopting cloud technology in digital pathology, emphasizing its role in enhancing interoperability, AI integration, and diagnostic efficiency.

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