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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.

UK loses measles-free status: What does this mean for children?

Rising measles cases and low vaccination rates have caused the UK to lose its measles-free status.

ERC proof of concept grants 2025: Where are they now?

The European Research Council’s Proof of Concept (PoC) Grants 2025 showed how frontier research can move far beyond the laboratory to address urgent global challenges.

UK farming rules overhauled to cut water pollution and help farmers

UK government launches major farming rule changes to cut water pollution, simplify regulations and boost farmer support.

NHS launches trailblazing AI and robot pilot to spot lung cancer sooner

Discover how the NHS is using AI and robot technology to detect lung cancer earlier, reduce invasive tests, and improve survival across England.

“Women’s rights are disability rights, and disability rights are women’s rights”

Lorna Rothery interviewed Ms Pirkko Mahlmäki, Chair of the Women’s Committee at the European Disability Forum, about the intersecting inequalities, stigma, and discrimination faced by women and girls with disabilities in the EU, and the measures needed across sectors to effectively tackle this.

Shrubs cut carbon emissions in China’s largest desert

A plan to cut carbon emissions in China: A forty-year project to green the Taklamakan Desert's edge has successfully created a measurable carbon sink. Research from the University of California, Riverside, shows that these hardy shrubs effectively pull carbon dioxide from the atmosphere.

Cervical cancer awareness month 2026: EU initiatives to prevent cancer and improve care

Learn how the EU is preventing cervical cancer in 2026 with vaccination, screening programmes, and better care across Europe.

EU launches NEATS tool to track aviation’s non-CO2 climate impact

The European Commission and EUROCONTROL have released an updated version of their digital system designed to assess aviation’s non-CO2 climate effects.

AI medical scribes in emergency departments: Unlocking capacity where the NHS needs it most

The text discusses the challenges faced by EDs in the NHS, emphasising the need for efficient documentation systems that do not hinder patient care. The solution presented is Heidi, an ambient AI tool that listens to consultations and produces structured notes in real-time, enhancing workflow without compromising patient interactions.

AI tutoring tools could help 450,000 disadvantaged pupils in UK schools by 2027

Discover how the UK government plans to use safe AI-powered tutoring tools, co-created with teachers to support up to 450,000 disadvantaged pupils and help close the attainment gap.

Spinoff 2026 highlights how NASA technology has transformed life on Earth

NASA is celebrating five decades of transforming space technology into practical solutions on Earth with the release of Spinoff 2026, the 50th edition of its annual publication showing the commercial uses of NASA-developed innovations.

The government launches data-driven Kickstarter projects to improve public services

The UK government has revealed a package of new Kickstarter projects designed to improve public services by better using public sector data.

How biochar is transforming water treatment, carbon capture, and clean energy

New research reveals how biochar is expanding beyond soil use to clean water, capture carbon, and boost renewable energy systems.

NICE approves new COPD treatment that cuts flare-ups by 30%

NICE has recommended dupilumab, a first-of-its-kind targeted COPD treatment that reduces flare-ups and improves lung function, offering new hope to thousands of patients.

Earthquake sensors provide new tool to track space debris falling to Earth

Scientists are using earthquake sensors to track space debris falling to Earth. By detecting sonic booms from re-entering debris, researchers can precisely locate where objects break apart, improving safety as satellite re-entries become more frequent.

Lab-grown mini-stomach organoids could unlock rare disease secrets

UCL scientists grow lab-made mini-stomach organoids that mimic human organs, offering a breakthrough way to study and treat rare diseases.

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