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Full fibre connectivity: What you need to know before you buy

Dominic Norton from Spitfire Network Services emphasises the importance of understanding the differences in fibre connectivity, highlighting the need to discern variations in quality and technology, while cautioning consumers against making choices based solely on price.

Is fusobacterium responsible for the formation of endometriosis?

Fusobacterium, implicated in diseases like gingivitis, ulcerative colitis, and colon cancer, has now been discovered to play a role in the formation of endometriosis.

From virtual ward technology to stronger communities

Professor Rhys Thomas & Professor Kevin Doughty from Virtual Ward Technologies, detail their plan for community health support via cutting edge virtual ward technology.

Snow algae increases glacier ice melt in the US

Researchers find that snow algae growing in the Pacific Northwest of the US has exacerbated melting of snow, exposing glacier ice to warm temperatures.

Ensuring the digital futures of the UK’s local authorities

Joanne Green, Head of Public Sector at Neos Networks, outlines how local authorities can harness smart technologies and digital tools to drive infrastructural, social and economic improvements across their local areas.

Harnessing the power of technology to cut electricity network emissions

Electricity network operators are capable of leading the Net Zero renewable energy transition – but only if they utilise technology to facilitate the process.

Study finds combined ship emissions endanger marine environment

A study on the cumulative emissions of metals and environmentally hazardous substances from ships reveals that ship emissions drastically threaten the marine environment.

Uncovering the true socioeconomic burden of chronic insomnia in the UK

Chronic insomnia costs the UK economy up to an estimated £34 billion per year due to productivity loss in the workplace.

Minister highlights UK’s disability action at UN conference in New York

On the opening day of COSP16, the Minister delivered a significant address to highlight UKs disability action at UN conference in New York.

Decarbonising school heating systems

Mounting pressure on already tight budgets has prompted many educational establishments to look for additional savings. One way to cut costs is to upgrade school heating systems, which has added environmental benefits.

AI and ML: Exploring the programmes and search engines of the future

The way we use computers and technology is rapidly changing, here Paul Grosvenor, Director at Optima Systems Ltd explores the search engines of the future and how AI and ML will change the way we access information.

Two new Polio vaccines created to globally eradicate the disease

New polio vaccines: Two groundbreaking oral polio vaccines (nOPVs) have been created by scientists at UCSF and the UK's National Institute of Biological Standards and Control (NIBSC).

The roadmap for digital and data and its influence on public sector tech goals

In June 2022, the UK government laid out its 2022 to 2025 roadmap for digital and data, emphasising 'transforming for a digital future'. How will this impact the public sector?

AI and anti-aging research: Unveiling the latest drug discovery

AI and Anti-aging research: According to a study, AI algorithms (AI) has led to the discovery of three drugs that have the potential to delay the effects of aging.

Technology and advanced algorithms to transform diabetes management

Dr Amparo Güemes, an award-recognised woman in science and engineering, describes her research for an efficient closed-loop system for diabetes management,

What to consider when getting a heat pump installed

Aoife Foley, Chair in Net Zero at The University of Manchester, assesses the pros and cons of getting a heat pump installed in this special energy focus

Woman’s imprisonment spurs ‘Victorian’ abortion legislation debate

Abortion legislation is being criticised after woman has been sentenced to prison for an induced abortion after taking more than the legal limit of pills.

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