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Europe’s crop droughts to worsen despite rising rainfall, study shows

Recent research indicates that rising temperatures will intensify severe crop droughts in Europe and western North America, even as annual rainfall increases, thereby posing a threat to food security.

Digital platforms are recommended to support asthma management

People living with asthma could gain better access to digital tools to help them better manage their condition.

New census of the sun’s neighbours highlights prime stars for life-bearing worlds

A new astronomical survey has brought scientists closer to identifying nearby stars that could host Earth-like planets capable of supporting life.

Progesterone‑mimicking drug could slow breast cancer growth, Cambridge study finds

Cambridge-led PIONEER trial finds hot flush drug boosts hormone therapy and slows early breast cancer growth.

Farming with water to restore peatlands and support rural livelihoods

Ireland’s peatlands are among the country’s most important natural assets; they store large amounts of carbon and support unique ecosystems.

Why wood burning threatens the fight for clean air

Jonathan Blades from Asthma + Lung UK discusses the rising concern and health impacts related to air pollution caused by domestic wood burning in the UK.

New study aims for drug-free remission in arthritis patients

UK & Italian researchers launch ARCADIA consortium with £3m funding to define true remission and help children and adults with inflammatory arthritis live drug‑free.

Transforming public sector efficiency through SCC’s document services

SCC’s Document Services aim to enhance efficiency in the public sector, supporting organisations like local authorities and healthcare in transforming their print infrastructure and digitising workflows.

European Commission opens applications for automotive research and innovation expert group

The European Commission has launched a new call for applications to form an expert group dedicated to shaping the future of research and innovation in the European automotive sector.

U.S invests $2.7 billion to rebuild domestic uranium enrichment capacity

The U.S. Department of Energy has announced it will be investing in restoring and expanding the nation’s uranium enrichment capabilities.

Stardust study resets how life’s atoms spread through space

For decades, astronomers have believed they understood how giant stars scatter the chemical building blocks of life across the galaxy However, a new study of...

94% of UK farmers back nature-friendly livestock farming

Most UK livestock farmers want to adopt nature-friendly systems, but are held back by limited government and supply chain support needed to transition to sustainable farming.

Protecting wildlife and habitats: Securing a sustainable future for palm oil

Andrew Ng discusses the significant impact of palm oil production on wildlife and habitats, highlighting its dual role as a widely consumed commodity and an environmental threat.

Public sector AI governance

David Littler from enChoice UK discusses the AI governance in the public sector, focusing on bridging the gap between its adoption and control.

Breakthrough Alzheimer’s test using finger-prick blood samples

New finger-prick blood test accurately detects Alzheimer’s biomarkers, enabling at-home collection and broader research.

UK awards £2.5m contract to transform deployed military healthcare

The UK government has awarded a £2.5 million contract to develop a secure global military medical records system, enabling deployed clinicians to view and share health data even offline.

NASA advances ambitious mission to search for life beyond Earth

NASA has taken a major step toward one of its most ambitious science goals as it searches for signs of life on planets beyond our solar system.

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