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Industry leaders discuss EV adoption at launch of first source charging hubs

Scott Day, Head of Marketing at Source, discusses the launch of the company’s first electric vehicle (EV) charging hub in Edinburgh, highlighting a roundtable discussion among key stakeholders in the EV ecosystem and the importance of collaboration between the private and public sectors to meet the UK’s net-zero targets.

Thinking beyond student attendance as a measure of student engagement

Moving from student attendance as the sole measure of pupil engagement will allow universities to support on those at risk of early withdrawal, says Richard Stock, Academic Registrar at the University of Essex.

Cybersecurity solutions for governments and public sector bodies

In today’s tech-reliant economies, governments and public sector bodies need significant cybersecurity solutions for assets critical to the safe and effective functioning of a country.

Everything you need to know about Horizon Europe: The research and innovation funding programme

With a budget of €95.5 billion, Horizon Europe is one of the largest research and innovation programmes in the world, with its flagship research and innovation funding programme continuing until 2027.

How artificial intelligence can aid urban development

Artificial intelligence can be a game-changer in the mission of modernizing urban development, especially when it comes to transportation infrastructure.

Mediterranean research partnership in need of streamlining, says European Commission

PRIMA Mediterranean research partnership for research and innovation must simplify operations and address complex funding schemes, according to European Commission.

Low-level waste repository prepares nuclear waste for final disposal

Nuclear Waste Services (NWS) is currently processing 260 containers of nuclear waste at the UK's Low-Level Waste Repository for permanent disposal

It’s time for managed services to start delivering for users

Managed services as a means of outsourcing to reduce cost and improve the performance and support of live services, promises so much but, sadly, often fails to live up to expectations.

UK and US strengthen partnership and discuss global issues

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and President Biden discussed the Atlantic Declaration and progress in clean energy, minerals, and defence cooperation.

The devastating water footprint of animal agriculture

Jasmine Clark, Senior Environment Campaigner at Viva! walks us through the devastating water footprint of animal agriculture, including scarcity, pollution and unsustainable demand.

Transitioning to a long-term sustainable transport system in Europe

Thord Stefan Back, Member of the EESC, charts the transition to a long-term sustainable transport system to achieve climate neutrality in Europe by 2050.

What is age-related macular degeneration?

Age-related macular degeneration is known to affect millions of people around the globe and is fourth on the list of diseases that commonly lead...

New research challenges previous beliefs on African human evolution and migration

New genetic research challenges the belief in human evolution and migration of there being a single African population which gave rise to all humans.

NHS expands virtual wards to provide home hospital care for children

The NHS expands virtual wards enabling hospital-level care at home for thousands of children, announces Chief executive Amanda Pritchard.

How local councils are using low-code technology to improve citizen wellbeing

With the support of low-code technology, local councils can easily improve citizen engagement and cost-effectively protect their health and environment .

UK and US to help developing nations tackle climate change

UK and US: Energy Security Secretary Grant Shapps and US Special Presidential Envoy on Climate John Kerry host a forum to mobilise climate finance for developing economies.

Understanding NHS emissions to reach net zero

Dr Atanu Chaudhuri, Associate Professor in Technology & Operations Management at Durham University Business School, discusses the need for digitalisation and a supply chain strategy to reduce NHS emissions.

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