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Scientists say fully vaccinated people can transmit Delta variant

A UK study, published in The Lancet Infectious Diseases, found that fully vaccinated people can still catch and transmit the Delta variant of COVID.
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Study says 3D printing is secret weapon for coral restoration

Global warming continues to bleach the coral reef, destroying marine ecosystems - but scientists believe the future of coral restoration lies in 3D printing.
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Scientists create new test for aggressive childhood brain tumours

The new test could single out childhood brain tumours which are "the most aggressive forms of medulloblastoma" - which would lead to a better, more specific treatment.
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World leaders agree to reverse deforestation by 2030

World leaders, including Brazil and China, have agreed to stop and reverse deforestation by 2030.
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Can innovation accelerate the global transition to clean energy?

Ben Palmer, patent attorney at Withers & Rogers, examines how many patents have been filed for hydrogen energy inventions - what does the number say about clean energy technology?
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The risks of anabolic steroids

Dr Deborah Lee, Dr Fox Online Pharmacy, explores the risks associated with anabolic steroids and how to get help if you have an addiction.
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New “clickable” COVID vaccine patch in early stages of testing

The University of Texas is creating a COVID vaccine patch, which can protect against the virus - without the use of a needle.
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Emerging threats: Recent developments in the UK law of protest

Sailesh Mehta and Tim Kiely, Barristers at Red Lion Chambers, look at the volatile landscape of UK law of protest - especially in the wake of Black Lives Matter and Extinction Rebellion.
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“Confetti but not clarity”: The Autumn Budget and Spending Review

Nigel Wilcock, Executive Director of the Institute of Economic Development, reflects on the Autumn Budget and Spending Review.
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Scientists say Pfizer third dose decreases COVID death risk by 81%

According to a real-world study involving over 700,000 people, a Pfizer third dose can decrease COVID death risk by as much as 81%.
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Climate report reveals mass burning across EU

The Joint Research Centre (JRC) presented its 21st edition Annual Report on Forest Fires, documenting worsening mass burning across Europe.
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Why data security is pivotal to NHS structure

Stephen Allcock, Director, Public Sector UKI, explores why identity security is crucial to maintaining the integrity of data in the NHS.
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How can local authorities achieve net-zero targets by 2030?

Niall Gibson, building performance expert at IES, discusses how technology such as the Virtual Environment and Digital Twins can help local authorities achieve net-zero targets by 2030.
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New Greening Government Committee targets for 2025

The Greening Government Committee has created new climate change targets for the period 2021-2025.
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Study examines “deeper, hidden layers” on Jupiter

A University of Leicester study looks at the mystery of "deeper, hidden layers" beneath Jupiter, using new data from NASA's Juno spacecraft.
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Autumn Budget will reverse austerity by “only a third” in 2025

According to analysis by The Resolution Foundation, the Autumn Budget means austerity will be partially reversed by "a third" in 2025.
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Swedish researchers create vehicles powered by light

Researchers at Chalmers University of Technology, Sweden, have invented microscopically tiny vehicles - which are powered 100% by light.
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Scientists find that expectations influence pain intensity

The study found that expectations of how painful something will be, actually changes how the pain feels.
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Financial education: Helping young people navigate the economic arena 

Sharon Davies, CEO, Young Enterprise, looks into the financial pressures facing university students, the hurdles they must overcome and what can be done to help combat these issues.
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How do we decarbonise the UK economy in line with COP26 goals?

George Adams, Director of Energy and Engineering, SPIE UK, provides insight into how the UK might be able to decarbonise the economy in line with COP26 goals.

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