A spotlight on science, research and innovation in South Africa
Open Access Government charts the priorities of the National Research Foundation when it comes to science, research and innovation in South Africa, at home and abroad.
Europe’s digital future: Robotics and artificial intelligence
Here, we chart some of the European Commission’s policies around robotics and artificial intelligence (AI) that will positively shape Europe’s digital future.
Elucidating the pathogenesis of paediatric cancers
Prof Nicolo Riggi and Prof Ivan Stamenkovic from the University of Lausanne share their thoughts on the pathogenesis of paediatric cancers.
Cannabinoid products: Create the best organic hemp products for the mass market
A worldwide manufacturer and distributor of cannabinoid products, Elixinol are committed to creating the best organic hemp products for the mass market.
Growing pains: Creating value in the maturing cannabis market
Liam McGreevy, CEO of Ethnopharm Ltd, explains his thoughts on creating value in today’s maturing cannabis market, including how the firm can help both new and established businesses make sense of this.
How organisations should prepare for unanticipated global risks
Here, Gunjan Sinha, Executive Chairman at MetricStream, discusses how organisations should handle and prepare for unanticipated global risks following the COVID-19 outbreak.
Europe: Ensuring a modern and sustainable agriculture sector
Here, we learn about Janusz Wojciechowski and his priorities: Ensuring a modern and sustainable agriculture sector in Europe that adapts to changes in climate, demographics and technologies.
Digital transformation: Artificial intelligence in the public sector
Here, we look at the digital transformation of government, focussing on the role of artificial intelligence in the public sector.
Poll finds COVID-19 anxiety is key concern for US adults
Research by the University of Phoenix found that 41% of Americans are worried about COVID-19 anxiety levels, even more than concerns about paying bills and rent.
Coronavirus school closures could lead to greater global collaboration
Matt Jenner, Head of Learning at FutureLearn, discusses how edtech can help support schools and teachers during closures and the opportunities it could bring for greater global collaboration and innovation for the education sector post-COVID-19.
The Commission’s work on the European Green Deal
Here, we delve into the European Commission’s work on the European Green Deal and its first European Climate Law to enshrine the 2050 climate-neutrality target into EU law.
Suicide prevention: A complex issue for the Canadian Government
In this mental health focus - we thoughtfully consider suicide prevention - a complex issue for the Canadian Government.
Department for International Development: Leading work to end extreme poverty
Here, we delve into the work of the UK’s Department for International Development to end extreme poverty, as well as combatting climate change and conflict.
The future of social value
In this article Guy Battle, CEO at Social Value Portal, evaluates the future of social value with a reference to Brexit.
Medical cannabis vaporizers
Vatra Syla, Head of Marketing, Storz & Bickel GmbH & Co. KG, discusses the importance of medical cannabis vaporizers.
The priorities for rail transport in the UK
Jonathan Miles, Editor of Open Access Government, explores some of the ambitious plans of the current Secretary of State for Transport in the UK, The Rt Hon Grant Shapps MP when it comes to rail.
COVID-19 heroes: Who are the workers protecting our country?
It is time to get familiar with the COVID-19 heroes who are not doctors or nurses: Who else is risking their health for the community?
Could hormone replacement therapy boost your immune system?
Dr Deborah Lee, Dr Fox Online Pharmacy, discusses whether hormone replacement therapy could boost your immune system in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic.
EU crackdown: Novel food regulation of CBD
Here, European Union (EU) Novel Food regulations are thoroughly explored and questioned in the context of CBD in food.
Nanotextured surfaces by coating for novel functional products
Ulla Forsström discusses The NanoTextSurf project, which is creating unique material properties and value-added products using nanotextured surfaces.