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EIC flagship report shows the success of the startup-corporate collaboration

The European Innovation Council (EIC) have created a new flagship report showing the ways the corporate-startup has had an impact on collaboration on innovation and competitiveness in Europe.

A call to boldly support the hydrogen sector

Plug Power calls on the European Union to take inspiration from the tremendous success of the first Hydrogen Bank Auction to take a bolder step in supporting the hydrogen sector.

The Importance of early cardiac screening for young people

Drawing on the charity’s work, Dr Steven Cox, Chief Executive of Cardiac Risk in the Young (CRY), explains why the UK Government must re-think its approach to specialist cardiac screening to reduce mortality among young people with conditions that can cause sudden cardiac death.

The mysteries of planet formation

Scientists from Arizona Lunar and Planetary Laboratory have uncovered insights into the formation of planetary systems like our own solar system.

Leveraging data to support widening participation past the point of entry

Technology is not a simple fix for complex societal needs, but it can enable institutions to evaluate the impact of widening participation initiatives, and can go on to support disadvantaged students once they are through the front door.

Why more needs to be done to prevent mesothelioma

Decades after the ban on asbestos, we still struggle with the impact of mesothelioma – is it possible to eliminate this devastating cancer? We put the question to UK charity Asthma + Lung UK.

World Water Day 2024: Uniting for peace through water cooperation

Today, World Water Day 2024 is a global call to action to recognise the importance of water in promoting peace and prosperity worldwide.

A blood test breakthrough could help identify hidden tuberculosis cases

Scientists from the University of Southampton are on the verge of unveiling a blood test that could uncover millions of undetected tuberculosis (TB) cases.

Ancient galaxies “Shakti” and “Shiva” were discovered in the Milky Way

Astronomers have identified what could be two of the Milky Way's earliest building blocks, "Shakti" and "Shiva".

The role of education in tackling diabetes stigma

Beyond the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on routine care, other factors impact the physical and mental wellbeing of people with diabetes. Lorna Rothery spoke to Dr Mayank Patel, a consultant in diabetes at University Hospital Southampton and member of the DRWF editorial advisory board, about the importance of education in changing attitudes towards type 1 and type 2 diabetes stigma.

Transforming local governance: Granicus’ journey as architects of digital evolution

In this Q&A, Asim Ali – VP of UK Sales and Jonathan Bradley – Head of Business and Practice at Granicus, a key player for over two decades, explain how they have pioneered the evolution of councils into digital service providers. Uniting citizens and government seamlessly.

Neurodiversity Celebration Week 2024: Destigmatising neurodivergence in the UK

Neurodiversity Celebration Week 2024 runs from 18-24 March 2024; this week is organised to raise awareness of neurodiversity.

EU’s plan to boost biotechnology and biomanufacturing

The European Commission has revealed a strategy to accelerate the growth of the biotechnology and biofactory sectors across the EU  This strategy, outlined in the...

Have you ever wondered why you crave a snack after a big meal?

Do you ever find yourself wanting snacks after a full meal? According to UCLA psychologists, this might not  indicate an overactive appetite but overactive food-seeking neurons in the brain.

Breaking down the key components of effective post-stroke care

Lorna Rothery spoke to stroke researcher and ESO Fellow Rajiv Advani about the wider psychological impacts of stroke, how AI could be harnessed to improve post-stroke care for patients, and the importance of increasing symptom awareness.

UK inflation hits lowest point in over two years

UK inflation has dropped to its lowest level over two years, at 3.4% for the year leading up to February.

Breakthrough prostate cancer treatment shows less side affects and better outcomes

A minimally invasive treatment for prostate cancer, using a combination of MRI and transurethral ultrasound, has shown effectiveness in a recent study.

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