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UK strengthens cyber defences as new legislation and industry growth gather pace

The UK government has closed 2025 with major developments in cyber security policy, skills and industry engagement, highlighted by the introduction of the Cyber Security and Resilience Bill and new evidence on the economic impact of cyber attacks.

Research for AI policy design

The Joint Research Centre Director of Digital Transformation and Data, shares how the European Commission is working on artificial intelligence to inform policies that affect us all.

TMVs to manage water temperature and prevent legionella growth

Claire Jackson from HC Legionella Ltd examines the role of TMVs in managing water temperature and the challenges they pose in preventing Legionella growth within NHS buildings.

ECU researchers turn to AI to overcome solid-state battery challenges

Edith Cowan University (ECU) researchers are advancing the future of clean energy storage by using artificial intelligence to address one of the most significant barriers to solid-state batteries reaching large-scale production.

UK Space Agency launches pilot SECP programme

The UK Space Agency has announced a new pilot initiative to strengthen commercial capabilities and accelerate innovation within the nation’s growing space ecosystem.

Modernising case management in UK government: A turning point

UK Government departments face a pivotal year in 2026 as case management and workflow platforms evolve under pressures from digital transformation, cybersecurity demands and legacy modernisation. This article outlines the key trends shaping public-sector systems.

AI brain scan model spots strokes, tumours and aneurysms

Researchers at King’s College London have developed an AI model that can detect strokes, brain tumours, and aneurysms from MRI scans, helping doctors make faster, more accurate diagnoses.

AI partnership set to accelerate UK’s national renewal

The UK government has announced a major new partnership with Google DeepMind that aims to put advanced artificial intelligence to work across national priorities, from scientific discovery and clean energy to public service reform and education.

Why the aviation sector must embrace Sustainable Aviation Fuel now

Geoff Maynard at CILT UK, explains why the aviation sector must adopt Sustainable Aviation Fuel now to secure its future.

What can the public sector learn from entrepreneurs and SMEs about cyber security?

Nick Denning, Managing Director of Policy Monitor (and subsidiary Diegesis), considers the lessons that public sector operations can learn from entrepreneurs and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) about implementing cyber security and responding effectively when attacks occur.

New nasal vaccine could stop whooping cough spreading, trial finds

A NIHR-backed trial has found that BPZE1, a nasal spray vaccine, can block whooping cough bacteria from colonising the nose and throat.

European Commission appoints new member to ERC scientific council

The European Commission has announced the appointment of six leading scientists, along with the renewal of one current member, to the Scientific Council of the European Research Council (ERC).

New Respiratory Therapy Solutions framework helps patients stay well at home this winter

As winter illnesses surge across the UK, a new national initiative aims to help people with long-term respiratory conditions stay healthier and avoid unnecessary hospital visits.

Flaring black hole launches ultra fast winds across space

Astronomers using two of the world’s best X-ray observatories have witnessed a dramatic and extremely fast outburst from a supermassive black hole in the spiral galaxy NGC 3783.

The rise of AI-driven personalization in air travel

Quad Advisory explores how Artificial Intelligence is reshaping personalization and revenue optimization for airlines.

Weight-loss drug liraglutide may slow Alzheimer’s decline, new study suggests

New trial finds liraglutide reduces brain shrinkage by nearly 50% in Alzheimer’s patients and slows cognitive decline by up to 18% within a year.

From promise to practice: Inclusive digital transformation for the NHS 10 year plan

The NHS’s 10-Year Plan aims to transform healthcare by prioritising prevention, personalisation, and integration. This approach, argues John Clarke, must accommodate those who are digitally excluded while utilising technology to empower staff and improve patient outcomes.

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