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The financial strain on the NHS: Current challenges and the road ahead

Ray Dorney, the Director at Rockford Associates, examines the financial strain on the NHS and discusses the current challenges and future outlook.

UK accelerates self‑driving vehicle trials to spring 2026

The UK Government has announced that pilots of self-driving taxi- and bus-like services will be brought forward by a year to spring 2026, attracting investment and making the UK one of the world leaders in this technology.

UK strives to become a global leader in AI-driven drug discovery

The UK Government is pushing itself to become a world leader in AI-powered drug discovery with new investments and global partnerships announced during London's Tech Week.

Vitamin B3 supplement reverses premature ageing in Werner Syndrome patients

There is a beacon of hope for patients with a rare genetic disorder called Werner Syndrome as researchers unveil a groundbreaking discovery: Nicotinamide riboside, a vitamin B3 derivative, reverses premature ageing.

All contaminated blood victims finally offered NHS psychological support

Thousands of people affected and infected by the contaminated blood scandal in England will be able to self-refer from today for psychological treatment from a bespoke new NHS service.

The importance of primary circuit maintenance for domestic system water safety

HC Legionella Ltd investigated temperature issues in hot water cylinders for a healthcare site, where temperatures were in a range conducive to bacterial growth; here, Authorising Engineer, Claire Jackson, explains how the issue was resolved.

New North Sea oil and gas fields incompatible with Paris Climate Goals

A UCL report states that new North Sea oil and gas fields are incompatible with the Paris Agreement climate goals. Researchers urge the UK government to cease licensing and halt the development of existing fields like Rosebank and Jackdaw, preventing catastrophic warming.

A new look into Earth’s deep interior

Nearly 3,000 kilometers beneath Earth's surface is a puzzling zone known as the D" (D double-prime) layer.

New £1.2 billion tech market set to revolutionse public sector buying

The UK government is developing a new digital marketplace to transform how the government and public sector organisations buy technology, expecting to save taxpayers up to £1.2 billion annually.

UK Government invests £86 billion to supercharge science and technology sectors

The UK Government has announced a £86 billion funding package aimed at enhancing the country's science, technology, and innovation sectors.

£450m capital boost for NHS urgent and emergency care

The UK Government sets out reforms to tackle waiting times in A&E and invest in better and faster NHS emergency care.

Fragmented data, decade-long waits, and rising demand in adult ADHD NHS care

With growing awareness of ADHD in adulthood, the NHS faces increasing pressure to deliver timely, consistent assessments. A new report by The King’s Fund sheds light on how current systems are struggling to keep pace.

Japan innovation: Brains, budgets, and breakthroughs

Professor Himanshu Rai gets us started on the concepts of brains, funding, and breakthroughs in Japan’s master plan for innovation.

Addressing the challenges of MS: Progress, policy, and pathways forward

MS Australia is a national not-for-profit organisation dedicated to improving the lives of those affected by multiple sclerosis. Its remit includes supporting research for...

AI, democracy and disruption: Nina Schick on governing the generative AI age

In this exclusive interview Nina Schick explores the risks and opportunities of AI adoption, the ethical frameworks required for safe implementation, and what governments must do to remain resilient in the face of rapid technological change.

Pioneering quantum biology and medicine with the $21 Million Berggren Center

The University of Chicago has received a $21 million gift from philanthropist Thea Berggren to establish the Berggren Center for Quantum Biology and Medicine. This groundbreaking center will merge quantum engineering with biology to revolutionise medicine, aiming to unlock new insights for diagnostics and therapies.

The cost-of-living crisis: Beyond the headlines, behind the numbers

Elena-Alexandra Calistru of the EESC highlights the cost-of-living crisis by discussing its deeper implications beyond the headlines and numbers.

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