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Remote Scottish communities will benefit from broadband boost

Tens of thousands of homes and businesses across some of the most remote areas in Scotland are expected to gain access to fast, reliable internet for the first time due to a major UK Government investment.

The impact of digital care platforms on healthcare professionals and patients

Dr Simon Bourne, founder and CEO of my mhealth and former COPD lead at Southampton University, examines the digital goals outlined in the NHS long-term plan and the impact of digital patient care platforms on healthcare professionals (HCPs) and patients.

Study explores COVID vaccine response in patients with impaired immune systems

A new UK study will examine the immune systems response to COVID-19 vaccinations in patients with immunosuppressed conditions

Nano-engineered crystals offer an alternative to metallic particles in fuels

The use of nano-engineered crystals instead of metallic particles in fuels could could open the door to the next generation of transportation fuels.

Tackling vaccination misinformation with local government communications

Karen Steel at Granicus discusses how local government communications could significantly help to stop the spread of COVID misinformation, especially when it comes to vaccinations.

Technology investments for a remote workforce

Does a remote and distributed workforce change the way you manage your technology? Nick Russell, Managing Director of Xonetic gives us a clue and answers, yes it does.

Are swollen lymph nodes normal after getting the COVID vaccine?

According to radiologists at Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH), swollen lymph nodes after COVID vaccination are a "normal reaction that typically goes away with time".

Cannabidiol, skin homeostasis and acne

Dr. Christian Löfke, researcher and product developer at BioBloom in Austria explains the potential of CBD and cannabinoids for skin care.

The heart of a bio-circular economy: Date palm

Dr Zaid, Secretary-General of Khalifa International Award for Date Palm & Agricultural Innovation and Dr Sandra Piesik, Founder of 3 Ideas B.V., tells us how date palm is the secret ingredient for a bio-circular economy.

Japanese scientists are creating realistic steak meat in a petri dish

A team at the University of Tokyo are creating steak meat in a petri dish, which could soon become the most realistic tasting biosynthetic meat available.

‘More Masks Than Jellyfish’: The devastating impact of PPE on marine life

ESCP Business School, highlight the devastating impact of personal protective equipment (PPE) on marine life during a 'More Masks Than Jellyfish' online conference.

CHPs & the move to decarbonise industrial-sized heating

Pete Mills explains why CHPs are being left behind in the move to decarbonise industrial-sized heating.

Artificial Intelligence examines COVID misinformation on social media

A Northwestern Medicine study used Artificial Intelligence to analyse tweets and figure out how COVID misinformation on social media can erase scientific truths from public awareness.

Environment & human health: Pesticide risks

Cecilia Van Cauwenberghe from Frost & Sullivan’s TechCasting Group, discusses alternative solutions to address pesticide risks for the environment and human health. Her article starts with the concern around pesticides use.

Why is it important to have a great working environment?

Paul Wells from IM&M tells us why it is so important to have a great working environment.

Is EdTech here to stay in the post-pandemic learning environment?

Nikolas Kairinos, CEO, Soffos.ai, discusses whether EdTech has a place in the post-pandemic work learning environment.

The AstraZeneca vaccine is atleast 60% effective for people aged 70 and over

A study examining older people in the UK found that only one dose of the AstraZeneca vaccine is atleast 60% effective for people aged 70 and over.

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