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DOE invests $134 million to advance U.S. leadership in fusion energy innovation

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has announced $134 million in funding to accelerate the development of fusion energy technologies and strengthen partnerships between the private sector, national laboratories, and universities.

Explaining open frameworks and their opportunities for the public sector

Crown Commercial Service provides an explanation of open frameworks and the opportunities they present for the public sector.

Urgent change needed to prevent malaria and meningitis deaths in African children

Research from the University of Liverpool indicates that administering antibiotics alongside antimicrobials could lower death rates from malaria and meningitis.

Pregnancy anaemia linked to higher congenital heart disease risk

Mothers who have anaemia in the first 100 days of pregnancy have a higher chance of having a child with congenital heart disease.

EIT supports innovation and sustainability through the New European Bauhaus

The European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT) is increasing its commitment to sustainability, creativity, and inclusivity through continued support for the New European Bauhaus (NEB).

Prioritising healthcare communication in maternity care

With a focus on maternity care, Maria Rowntree, Community Midwife Team Lead, explores why healthcare communication improvement must become a priority in NHS goals.

UK government reveals £300 million funding boost for offshore wind

The UK government is investing in its clean Energy by launching a £300 million investment through the publicly-owned Great British Energy to supercharge the country’s offshore wind industry.

How EU-LIFE research Institutes are adapting scientific technology platforms

A new study published in EMBO Reports highlights how European scientific research institutions manage the evolving challenges of core facilities, those vital hubs of cutting-edge technology and expertise supporting modern science.

Opportunities for a digitally inclusive world for an ageing population

Focusing on information and communication technologies, Dr Cosmas Luckyson Zavazava, Director of ITU’s Telecommunication Development Bureau, outlines opportunities associated with population ageing and the importance of creating a digitally inclusive, user-friendly environment that supports older individuals.

UCL tests new stroke risk score to avoid unnecessary surgeries

Researchers have tested a new scoring system to measure the risk of stroke in patients with narrow arteries due to atherosclerosis.

Ireland launches MAGIC-I: First clinical study on genomics in childhood cancer

MAGIC-I, the country's first clinical study of genomics approaches in cancer care, is set to revolutionise childhood cancer care in Ireland.

The tremendous costs of global food loss and waste and how to minimize them

Each year, 1.3 billion tons of food are thrown away. Addressing food loss and waste effectively requires strong, decisive action from governments. Those willing to take bold steps can gain economic, social, and environmental benefits while helping to mitigate food insecurity.

A severe drought crisis takes over Africa with conditions worsening across the continent

Africa has faced one of its most prolonged and severe droughts in recent years, with large areas across the continent struggling with the devastating impacts of persistent dry weather.

Wind energy powers ahead as EU’s second largest electricity source

In 2024, the European Commission reported that wind power became the European Union's second-largest source of electricity, overtaking natural gas and coming in just behind nuclear.

New study reveals over 400,000 people are affected by ME/CFS in the UK

Research from The University of Edinburgh has found that almost two-thirds more people are living with ME/CFS in England than previously recorded.

NHS to adopt pioneering technology for improved bowel cancer diagnosis

Patients are set to benefit from advanced technology that significantly enhances bowel cancer diagnosis, potentially reducing the need for invasive procedures.

Cornell researchers develop AI system that teaches robots by watching one video

Cornell University researchers have introduced an artificial intelligence framework that could significantly speed up how robots learn new tasks.

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