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UK Government sets up Regional Tech Booster Programme to help improve regional tech innovation

To drive economic growth beyond the capital, the UK Government has announced a new £1 million investment to support tech entrepreneurs nationwide.

Pupil size predicts prefrontal function boost from light exercise

Researchers in Tsukuba, Japan, have found that changes in pupil size during light exercise can predict improved prefrontal executive function.

AI models boost children’s suicide-risk prediction

UCLA Health researchers have developed machine learning models to enhance suicide-risk prediction in children, outperforming traditional methods used by health systems.

Why must we increase representation for female entrepreneurship?

Although we live in a diverse world working towards equal opportunities, the statistics show that females are less likely than males to start businesses. Shalini Khemka, CBE, explores why female entrepreneurship is essential to foster sustainable economic growth.

Taiwan and the UK strengthening trade amidst 26th annual Taiwan talks

UK and Taiwan: Minister for International Trade Nigel Huddleston will co-host 26th annual Taiwan Trade Talks to enhance trade and investment opportunities

Opportunities and challenges in blood collection and transfusion medicine

Kate Fry, CEO of America’s Blood Centers, discusses the essential role of blood products and transfusion medicine in the U.S. and the efforts to ensure blood’s safety and availability.

Groundbreaking image exposes secrets of planet formation

European Southern Observatory's groundbreaking image shows dusty clumps around a young star that may pave the way for Jupiter-sized planet formation.

Can poor oral hygiene lead to dementia?

Dr Deborah Lee from Dr Fox Pharmacy shares evidence on the link between poor mouth care and dementia risk, and the steps needed to promote better oral hygiene.

Councils and the private sector must embrace collaboration for the EV transition

Asif Ghafoor, the CEO of Be.EV, sheds light on the challenges facing local authorities during the EV transition and the possible solutions to transport in the future.

“Even if we stop burning fossil fuels today, temperatures will not go down”, report says

July 2023 has seen extreme heat events sweeping North America, Europe and China. Researchers point to the need for ending burning fossil fuels and heat action plans across affected cities.

The challenge of treating genetic diseases: The example of creatine transporter deficiency

The vast majority of genetic diseases remains beyond possibilities of treatment with research continuing to be able to offer therapies to the affected patients.

UK and Middle East strengthen ties during foreign secretary’s visit

Foreign Secretary James Cleverly is embarking on a 3-day visit to Qatar, Kuwait, and Jordan, highlighting the UK and Middle East region's growing partnership.

Essentiality of diversity in STEM education

Nadeem Ahmad, Founder and Managing Director of Templeton and Partners, discusses his thoughts on the essentiality of diversity in STEM education.

Russia’s veto leaves 4.1 million Syrians in uncertainty, aid blocked

UK Ambassador Barbara Woodward expressed grave concern in the UN Security Council about northwest Syria as Russia's veto worsens the situation.

Finding a Net Zero NHS: The future of heating in hospitals

Decarbonising heating in hospitals is the how the UK will achieve a net zero NHS by 2040, with guidance from the public and private sectors to procure clean technologies.

Does a high-fibre diet reduce the risk of cancer?

Research is now showing that cancer risk can be reduced by increasing the amount of fibre in the diet, is this true?

Ursula von der Leyen faces turmoil as senior EU commissioners depart

Ursula von der Leyen, the powerful President of the European Commission, is facing internal turmoil as several senior commissioners have announced their departures.

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