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CCS invests £180,000 to help councils tackle climate change through SIP

The Crown Commercial Service (CCS) is increasing its commitment to helping local Government address the climate crisis with an additional £180,000 investment in the Local Government Association’s (LGA) Sustainability Improvement Programme (SIP).

Meeting global climate targets to create 8 million energy jobs by 2050

Researchers predict that striving to meet global climate targets, like the Paris Agreement, will result in an additional 8 million energy sector jobs by 2050.

NHS England patients face up to 2.5-Year wait for MRI scans

Data reveals shockingly long waiting periods for diagnostic procedures, including ultrasounds, MRI scans and CT scans. But why is the wait for MRI scans and other tests increasing?

Cracking the genetic code of a rare kidney cancer

In a groundbreaking study, researchers have decoded the genetic makeup of a rare kidney cancer known as reninoma.

Farmers seek tech alternatives as bee pollinators decline

Farmers are turning to technology-driven solutions as declining bee populations face challenges in pollinating crops.

Jupiter’s icy moon: James Webb Space Telescope reveals carbon dioxide on Europa

In a groundbreaking discovery, NASA's James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) has uncovered compelling evidence of carbon dioxide on Europa.

Digital transformation in the NHS: The power of it

20 years after it was first proposed, Ben Riley, Director of Aventius, explains why the NHS has struggled to implement a centralised IT system across its trusts.

No case for rejoining the EU says Keir Starmer

Sir Keir Starmer, Labour Party leader, has firmly stated that there is no argument for rejoining the European Union following accusations from the government...

Pandemic brings high levels of depression to Canadian elderly with COPD

A study reveals that high levels of depression plagued Canadian older adults with COPD during the early stages of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Devastating impact of hypertension and its potential solutions

The World Health Organisation has released a report highlighting the alarming global impact of hypertension. What can clinicians and researchers do to control it?

China’s Galactic Energy: First launch failure

China's Galactic Energy faced its inaugural launch failure during its 10th attempt, resulting in the loss of a Ceres-1 rocket and its payload.

Plant scientists propose ‘Re-Greening’ arid lands for CO2 sequestration

In an opinion article released in the journal Trends in Plant Science, plant experts contend that addressing the excess carbon dioxide levels in the atmosphere requires more than just emission reductions. It needs 're-greening' efforts.

£10 million Essex coast flood defence project reaches major milestone

The £10 million flood defence project along the Essex coast has achieved a significant milestone by making these defences stronger.

Shedding a light onto Alzheimer’s disease awareness

Every year, the 21st of September is dedicated to raising awareness for Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia, so today, we look at...

E-cigarettes link to smoking: A complex relationship

In a investigation led by Queen Mary University of London and generously funded by the National Institute of Health and Care Research (NIHR), the relationship between E-cigarettes link to smoking is under scrutiny.

Unlocking climate change communication by making it more accessible

Boulder, Colo., USA: As the world grapples with the consequences of a warming climate, effective climate change communication has become paramount. How can we make climate science accessible to everyone?

UK PM Sunak under fire for delaying ban on new gas and diesel cars

On Wednesday, Prime Minister Rishi Sunak postponed the five-year ban on gas and diesel cars, causing discontent across environmental groups.

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