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Every cancer patient in the UK to get their own Personalised Cancer Plan

The UK government has announced that every cancer patient will receive a Personalised Cancer Plan to improve outcomes and quality of life, as part of wider reforms to cancer care.

AI fellows join the UK Government to modernise public services

The UK Government is bringing leading British artificial intelligence experts into Whitehall to help modernise public services and strengthen national security

NHS backs AI notetaking to free up more face-to-face care

NHS England urges use of AI notetaking tools to cut admin, boost clinician time with patients, and improve care, backed by evidence from trials at nine NHS sites.

EU reaffirms commitment to science-based multilateralism at first global plenary on pollution

Countries are gathering in Geneva from 2–6 February for the first plenary session of the Intergovernmental Science-Policy Panel on Chemicals, Waste and Pollution (ISP-CWP).

How did the 2024 election change American firearm behaviour?

A Rutgers Health study reveals that the 2024 presidential election prompted increased firearm interest among Black adults and liberals. Fearing for their safety, these groups reported greater urges to purchase, carry, and store weapons more easily.

NHS under pressure: UK only 21st in global patient safety rankings

The UK ranks 21st in global patient safety, far behind Norway, with Imperial College highlighting urgent NHS reforms needed to prevent harm and improve care quality across hospitals and clinics nationwide.

Europe increases its efforts to attract global research talent

The European Union now has 100 national and regional initiatives in place to attract researchers from around the world.

From sunshine tomatoes to hemp: £21.5m to reshape farming in England

New £21.5m government funding will support 15 farm innovation projects in England, from precision-bred crops to low-emission technologies that boost productivity and sustainability.

NHS app to unlock breakthrough rare cancer trials for patients

Rare cancer patients in England will gain faster access to life-saving clinical trials and treatments through the NHS, improving survival.

£14 million awarded to new OCEAN projects

The UK government is expanding its support for locally led marine conservation, announcing £14 million in new funding for community projects through the second round of the Ocean Community Empowerment and Nature (OCEAN) Grants Programme.

Mapping the physical genome: A new blueprint for biochar engineering

Researchers have mapped the "physical genome" of biochar, creating a framework to link its internal structure to performance. This breakthrough enables the precision design of sustainable carbon materials for energy, construction, and environmental technology.

EU selects 27 SPACE-HADEA projects for €138.6 million in Horizon Europe funding

The European Union has selected 27 space research projects to receive a total of €138.6 million under the Horizon Europe Space Research Call 2025.

Cyber essentials: Technology, resilience, and things to consider while planning your digital upgrade

Andrew Ingram, Director of High Tide Group, explores a few key considerations that need to be factored in when planning and auditing an organisation’s IT plan over the coming years, without always needing to pick between quality, security, and cost.

Nipah virus: What it is and should we be worried?

Nipah virus (NiV) is a rare but serious infectious disease that has caused periodic outbreaks in parts of Asia.

Free AI Foundation training rolled out to every UK adult

Every adult in the UK is now eligible for free AI training as the government aims to expand its joint government-industry programme to upskill 10 million workers by 2030.

Can sleep app data help identify respiratory disease trends in England?

Government-backed research is examining whether anonymised sleep app data can help identify earlier trends in respiratory disease in England.

Global population living with extreme heat to double by 2050

New Oxford University research finds nearly half the world’s population could be living with extreme heat by 2050 if global warming reaches 2 °C.

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