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European Research & Innovation Days 2025: The future of science and industry

The European Commission’s flagship research and innovation event returns this autumn, bringing together policymakers, researchers, business leaders and the public to set the course for Europe’s future in science and technology.

Parker Solar Probe confirms theory of magnetic reconnection

A discovery by NASA’s Parker Solar Probe (PSP), led by scientists at Southwest Research Institute (SwRI), has provided us with the first evidence of magnetic reconnection in the Sun’s upper atmosphere.

NASA and SpaceX set for 33rd space station resupply mission

NASA and SpaceX are preparing for the 33rd commercial resupply services mission to the International Space Station (ISS), scheduled for liftoff in the early hours of Sunday, August 24.

AI health startups drive Europe’s push for healthcare innovation

Europe is seeing a surge in AI-powered healthcare innovation, with startups leading the charge in transforming patient care, diagnostics, and treatment.

Tackling space debris: SwRI develops advanced system to detect orbital debris

Tackling space debris and safety: The Southwest Research Institute (SwRI) has developed an innovative system to detect and characterise orbital debris. This technology offers crucial information on the growing junk field around Earth.

The University of Colorado Denver engineers develop quantum breakthrough

A new advancement in quantum technology is emerging from the University of Colorado Denver, where an electrical engineering professor has developed a silicon-based chip capable of generating powerful electromagnetic fields.

Europe launches Sentinel-5A to improve global air quality monitoring

In a continued push to tackle environmental challenges through space technology, the European Union has successfully launched the Copernicus Sentinel-5A satellite into orbit.

New AI breakthrough could speed up fusion energy development

A new artificial intelligence tool is helping researchers tackle some challenges within fusion energy by protecting the inside of fusion reactors from the intense heat of plasma.

14 Urban Mobility solutions hit the road with Romania’s first accelerator programme

Romania is taking a big step forward in transforming city transport. The country’s first urban mobility accelerator, invest Urban Mobility Accelerator, has officially launched its inaugural programme, welcoming 14 innovative teams selected from over 50 European applicants.

Astronomers have revealed the ‘Eye of Sauron’ in deep space

A new scientific breakthrough blends science fiction imagery with cutting-edge astrophysics. Astronomers have captured a new image of a distant cosmic jet that resembles the mythical ‘Eye of Sauron’.

NASA launches phase 2 of LunaRecycle Challenge to tackle space waste

NASA is moving forward with Phase 2 of its innovative LunaRecycle Challenge, inviting U.S. based individuals and teams to develop creative solutions for recycling waste materials on the Moon.

Argonne scientists honored for breakthrough in AI-driven solar cell research

Scientists from the U.S. Department of Energy’s Argonne National Laboratory have been honoured with the 2025 Royal Society of Chemistry’s Materials Chemistry Horizon Prize.

ERA fellowships 2025: A new opportunity for global researchers to connect with Europe

The European Research Area (ERA) Fellowships 2025 call has officially opened, offering researchers worldwide the opportunity to carry out research in Europe.

Machine learning improves earthquake risk assessment and foundation planning

Accurate prediction of subsurface bearing stratum depth is essential for earthquake-resistant construction.

Quantum “Starry night”: Physicists observe exotic vortices in a quantum fluid for the first time

Physicists have taken inspiration from Vincent van Gogh’s “The Starry Night” to describe a breakthrough discovery in quantum physics.

The EU invites public input on EU4Health Programme 2026

The European Commission is calling on stakeholders across Europe to give their perspectives and priorities for the EU4Health Work Programme 2026.

Quantum behaviours: Atomic orbitals unlock ‘frustration’ in materials

Columbia University researchers have discovered a new way to create quantum materials. By utilising the chemistry of atomic orbitals, they've found a novel source of "frustration" that leads to complex quantum behaviours

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