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Open Access Government has a large variety of Scientific Research and Innovation information that is available in this category.

This section explores the latest breakthroughs in all aspects of science: including Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Psychology and Sociology. There is extensive research on psychological and social patterns that occur in everyday life.

Information is available on scientific policies that the government might adopt. Along with the changes and developments of global space policy. We cover the ongoing rise of anti-microbial resistance (AMR) and cancer research breakthroughs along with countries and their own individual research priorities.

Within this category we explore the massive increase and growth in CBD research and production, there is a lot of interesting information available.

An artist's impression shows an immensely energetic explosion called a gamma ray burst. (Reuters Photo)

Stellar collisions reveal new path to Gamma-ray bursts

An international team of astrophysicists studying a gamma-ray burst (GRB) may have discovered a new way to destroy stars
Global Communication Network (World Map Credits To Nasa)

Unleashing the power of science, research and innovation in Asia

Preethi Kesavan, Head at the School of Advanced Technology and Digital Media, LSBF Singapore, highlights the transformative role of science, research and innovation in Asia.
Digitally generated outer space travel composition. The first image from NASA's new James Webb Space Telescope has been used as part of this composition. CREDITS: NASA, ESA, CSA, and STScI https://www.nasa.gov/webbfirstimages

JWST and NASA: Understanding star formation in the early universe

The James Webb Space Telescope (JWST), in collaboration with NASA, the European Space Agency, and the Canadian Space Agency, is conducting research into early star formation in galaxies.

UK Space Agency invests £2.1 million in cutting-edge space technologies

The UK Space Agency has invested 2.1 million in hyper advanced space technologies throughout it's Enabling Technologies Programme.
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£22.5 million research funded to improve UK health and social care

Health and social care specialists are joining for a multi-million-pound research initiative that is anticipated to bring about significant changes to policies in the UK.

European Space Agency appoints its first disabled astronaut

Former UK Paralympian John McFall has been hired as the first ever physically disabled astronaut for the European Space Agency (ESA) following a rigorous selection process.
Anesthetist Working In Operating Theatre Wearing Protecive Gear checking monitors while sedating patient before surgical procedure in hospital

£36.5 million invested in healthcare tech, including digital hubs and digital twins

Innovation for new healthcare technology has been funded toward treatments for Alzheimer’s, cancer and more, with support going to digital hubs and technology-assisted surgery.
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Inflation devalues the €12.8 billion EU research budget to Horizon Europe

The European Commission has allocated €13.6 billion to the EU research budget, with €12.8 billion going to Horizon Europe – but inflation has cut latest budget forecasts.

UK Horizon Europe applicants granted 3-month support extension

The UK government has revealed that UK Horizon Europe applicants will receive support for an additional three months.

UK Space Agency funding £6.6M for foreign research and STEM education

The news that a variety of research collaborations and STEM education projects will be receiving UK Space Agency funding has been announced at this year's Space Comm-Expo in Farnborough, one of the largest space-related meetings in the UK.
An image of a galaxy being smeared around a gravitational lens creating one of the most complete Einstein rings ever seen, as captured by the Hubble Space Telescope. (Image credit: ESA/Hubble & NASA, S. Jha Acknowledgement: L. Shatz)

Gravitational lensing method reveals accurate mass of a galaxy hosting a quasar

EPFL researchers reveal their ground-breaking technique for determining the mass of a galaxy hosting a quasar through the use of a powerful gravitational lensing...
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NASA sheds light on UFO sightings and unidentified aerial phenomena

NASA recently conducted its inaugural public gathering regarding UFO sightings or "unidentified aerial phenomena" (UAPs). Taking place one year after initiating a comprehensive investigation into intriguing UFO sightings, NASA revealed numerous unsolved mysteries.

Horizon Europe funding gap: €34 billion needed to support proposals

In accordance with a recent assessment from the European Commission, in order to fill a new Horizon Europe funding gap, the programme needs an...
Fuel cell hydrogen truck engine.

Developing a hydrogen fuel cell with green hydrogen and waste plastic hydrogen

Researchers in Tokyo have developed a hydrogen fuel cell which combines green hydrogen and waste plastic hydrogen using a digital twin concept.
Exoplanetary star system

The Goldilocks Zone: Hospitable planets may be more common than we think

In a groundbreaking analysis utilizing the latest telescope observations, astronomers from the University of Florida have revealed that one-third of all common planets in our galaxy may be classed as 'hospitable planets'.
Chemistry Laboratory - Woman With Pipettes And Test Tubes

Funding surge of £650 million to supercharge life sciences sector in UK

The UK life sciences sector is set to be funded by Chancellor of the Exchequer Jeremy Hunt, who has introduced an impressive £650 million fund so supercharger its growth.
A selection of deep-sea specimens from the museum’s collection. - Trustees of the Natural History Museum London

Five thousand new species discovered in precious deep-sea mining area

The Clarion-Clipperton Zone (CCZ), a vast mineral-rich region in the Pacific Ocean, has been allocated for future deep-sea mining.
Antibiogram

Could gene editing breakthrough curb the spread of antimicrobial resistance?

Amidst the rising spread of antimicrobial resistance, hope emerges in the form of a ground-breaking tool. Progress in gene editing holds the potential to curb the relentless march of antimicrobial resistance.
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EU and South Korea to make a new Horizon Europe partnership

Embracing a new era of innovation, The European Commission and South Korea are engaged in talks to establish a Horizon Europe Partnership, a collaboration in the EU's €95.5 billion research and innovation program.
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Fusion power innovation project receives £12 million funding

A new partnership in Imperial College London is scaling safer, cleaner, and more abundant energy from fusion power.

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