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EU and Japan will finalise Horizon Europe Association deal by the end of 2025

The European Union and Japan have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening collaboration in research and innovation (R&I), with plans to finalise Japan’s association with Horizon Europe by the end of 2025.

Heatventors secures €4 million series A to accelerate global expansion of intelligent thermal batteries

Hungary-based energy innovator Heatventors Kft has secured €4 million in Series A funding to expand its intelligent thermal energy storage solutions globally.

Honeybee pollen may hold natural antibiotics to save hives from infection

Researchers find that honeybee pollen contains antimicrobial bacteria, offering a natural way to protect hives from infections.

Could the expansion of school meals also deliver for the UK farming economy?

In just under 12 months, the government will deliver the biggest expansion of eligibility for Free School Meals in England in a decade. But how can free school meals deliver for the UK farming economy?

Europe and Latin America launch a new era of research and innovation cooperation

Representatives from the European Union and the Community of Latin American and Caribbean States (CELAC) have adopted a Ministerial Declaration and a New Agenda for Cooperation in Research and Innovation.

NIH launches first dedicated organoid center to reduce animal testing

The NIH has established the Standardized Organoid Modeling Center, aiming to develop reproducible, human-based models using AI and robotics, reducing reliance on animal testing.

NHS launches virtual hospital: Digital healthcare revolution via NHS app

The NHS is rolling out its first virtual hospital, using the NHS App to connect patients with specialists, AI-powered triage, and faster access to tests.

Two new carbon capture projects have launched, creating 500 clean energy jobs

Two cutting-edge carbon capture projects in North Wales and the North West of England are set to begin construction, securing 500 skilled jobs and marking a significant milestone in the UK’s clean energy transition.

UK technology launches into space on NASA’s IMAP mission

A British-built space instrument has officially launched aboard NASA’s Interstellar Mapping and Acceleration Probe (IMAP) mission.

NHS social prescribing referrals exceed 1.3 million in 2023, UCL study finds

A UCL-led study reveals that over 1.3 million people were referred to social prescribing services by GPs in 2023, surpassing the NHS’s five-year target.

£4.4 million boost for next-generation UK aviation technology

The UK government invests £4.4 million in innovative aviation projects, including drones, unmanned aircraft, and zero-emission technologies, supporting aerospace growth and jobs.

Record-breaking number of proposals submitted for EIC transition 2025 call

The European Innovation Council (EIC) has received 611 proposals for its latest EIC Transition call, marking the highest number in the program's history.

New analysis exposes inequalities in access to NHS Continuing Healthcare

New Nuffield Trust research shows significant regional variation in NHS Continuing Healthcare, with access and funding often depending on where patients live, highlighting a postcode lottery in care provision.

The importance of palaeontology, Earth history, and science

The Society of Vertebrate Paleontology discusses the significance of paleontology, Earth history and science in this insightful opinion piece.

Improving sustainability standards through collaboration

Julija Menise, Senior Vice President at TDi Sustainability, guides us towards positive change regarding new sustainability standards.

UK Government announces its compulsory Digital ID scheme

The UK government has announced a new nationwide digital ID scheme that will become mandatory for Right to Work checks by the end of the current Parliament.

NASA-ISRO NISAR satellite sends back first images of Earth

The NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar (NISAR) satellite has captured and transmitted its first images of Earth, which show the science and monitoring capabilities this mission will deliver soon.

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