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Pioneering quantum biology and medicine with the $21 Million Berggren Center

The University of Chicago has received a $21 million gift from philanthropist Thea Berggren to establish the Berggren Center for Quantum Biology and Medicine. This groundbreaking center will merge quantum engineering with biology to revolutionise medicine, aiming to unlock new insights for diagnostics and therapies.

New guidance urges business leaders to strengthen cyber defences

As cyber-attacks become more frequent, business leaders in the UK are being advised to take immediate action to safeguard their companies from online threats.

NHS leaders call for national redundancy pot to fund NHS job cuts

NHS leaders are urging the Chancellor to rapidly create a national staff redundancy fund following significant NHS job cuts.

Public perceptions of AI in healthcare revealed in new study

A recent King's College London study found broad public support for AI in healthcare, but also clear concerns about its appropriate use.

New Horizon Europe calls open for EU missions in health, climate, and environment

The European Union is looking for new project proposals to tackle some of the most urgent challenges facing our society.

UK Government invests £37 million to introduce 319 new green buses

The £37.8 million funding aims to deliver 319 green buses, offering more affordable travel for passengers and supporting net-zero goals.

CBE JU 2025 call for project proposals now open

The Circular Bio-based Europe Joint Undertaking (CBE JU) has officially opened its 2025 call for project proposals, offering €172 million in funding to accelerate the development of sustainable, bio-based solutions across Europe.

One in 3,000 people at risk of a punctured lung from a faulty gene 

New estimates put one in 3,000 people at risk of a defective gene that increases their risk of a punctured lung.

UK launches AI energy council to support the nation’s AI future

The UK is taking steps to ensure its energy infrastructure is ready to support the rapid growth of artificial intelligence (AI).

New AI tool revolutionises multiple sclerosis treatment monitoring

Researchers at University College London (UCL) have developed an innovative artificial intelligence (AI) tool called MindGlide, designed to transform the way multiple sclerosis (MS) treatments are assessed.

Benefit cuts will worsen mental health crisis for low-income people

Mental health charity Mind warns that cutting benefits will deepen the mental health crisis for people on low incomes.

How NHS England devolution could fast track healthcare projects

NHS England devolution: In a significant shake-up, the government plans to abolish NHS England, aiming to streamline bureaucracy and accelerate healthcare delivery. This controversial move grants more autonomy to ICBs, potentially speeding up crucial infrastructure projects and enhancing patient care.

Work starts on major UK electric HGV charging hub at Port of Tilbury

Construction has begun at the Port of Tilbury on a 5MW shared-user charging hub approach for the 60-plus companies with commercial vehicle fleets registered as tenants at the port.

JWST unlocks secrets of star formation suppression

New James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) research unveils the surprising influence of strong magnetic fields on star formation within the Milky Way's central region, Sagittarius C, offering crucial insights into why fewer stars are born there than expected.

UK Government supports 27 hydrogen projects

The UK government has selected 27 hydrogen projects to move forward in the second round of its Hydrogen Allocation Programme (HAR2) to create a greener, more sustainable future.

U.S. Department of Energy takes steps to accelerate AI and energy infrastructure

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has announced plans to boost America's Artificial Intelligence (AI) leadership while reducing energy costs by co-locating data centres with new energy infrastructure on DOE lands.

MHRA approves eplontersen for treating polyneuropathy in adults

The MHRA has approved eplontersen (Wainzua) for treating adults with polyneuropathy associated with hereditary transthyretin amyloidosis.

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