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What cyber lessons can the public sector learn from the recent M&S hack?
Nick Denning, CEO of Diegesis, discusses the lessons the public sector can draw from recent cyber attacks on major retailers, emphasising the importance of viewing these incidents not as isolated accidents but as actionable case studies.
Quantum’s commercial moment: Unlocking the UK’s next £13 billion industry
Dr Graeme Malcolm OBE examines quantum technologies commercial moment, which he argues is unlocking the UK’s next £13 billion industry.
Extreme nuclear transients: Astronomers discover world-breaking cosmic explosion
A team of astronomers at the University of Hawai'i's Institute for Astronomers (IfA) have discovered a new type of cosmic explosion that exceeds anything observed previously.
MPs vote to decriminalise abortion in England and Wales
In a landmark decision, the UK Government has voted to decriminalise abortion in England and Wales, a legalisation dating back to the Victorian era.
The UK makes a major investment to boost their cyber security
The UK Government has unveiled its new Cyber Growth Action Plan, supported by a £16 million investment to foster innovation.
Digital services potential: Why the public sector must accelerate personalised services
Beyond big-ticket spending, a crucial public sector shift is underway. In this exclusive opinion piece, Tony Mercer, former Home Office senior civil servant, explores how digital services and AI integration across the NHS and HMRC promise to revolutionise daily life by enhancing customer service, making public services as seamless as private ones.
UK Government commits to support farming: £2.7bn annually to drive sustainable agriculture
The UK government has announced a significant financial commitment to support farming and the environment over the next three years.
Unleashing the potential of biology in mining and enhanced rock weathering by bridging the...
Martin Van Den Berghe, CEO of Cytochrome, along with Jayme Feyhl-Buska and Paul Reginato of Homeworld Collective, explore the potential of biology in mining and enhanced rock weathering by bridging the gap between academia and industry.
Achieving data privacy and security through innovation in government
Marc Hoogstad, Head of Product Management at Finworks, guides us through achieving data privacy and security through innovation in government.
Key global energy issues, including renewables
Explore essential global energy issues, including renewable energy, decarbonisation, battery storage systems and solar panels.
£12 million boost for green innovation as Ofgem funds 15 energy projects
Ofgem’s Strategic Innovation Fund (SIF) has awarded £12 million to support 15 new energy projects aimed at transforming Great Britain’s energy networks and accelerating the path to net zero emissions.
Next-generation exercise analysis technology: Visualization of muscle activity
Professor Yoshihiro Shimomura from Chiba University explores next-generation exercise analysis technology, using electromyography (EMG) and mechanomyography (MMG). His vMMG system visualizes muscle activity with a low-frequency microphone and LED indicators, enabling real-time observation and data recording for further analysis of muscle function.
England becomes first to offer belantamab mafodotin for multiple myeloma
Around 1,500 people in England with multiple myeloma will benefit from belantamab mafodotin, used in combination with bortezomib and dexamethasone.
Psychedelic therapy with psilocybin relieves depression in cancer patients
New results from a clinical trial reveal that a single dose of psilocybin can provide sustained reductions in depression and anxiety in individuals with cancer suffering from major depressive disorder.
New drug combination offers hope for alcohol use disorder treatment
A recent study from the University of Gothenburg has discovered that two existing medications can effectively treat alcohol use disorder, reducing both alcohol consumption and cravings.
Tech giants and UK Government launch major AI skills drive for 7.5 million workers
The UK Government has partnered with global technology giants to provide artificial intelligence training to 7.5 million workers by 2030.
Menstruation – The female research advantage
While funding organizations are increasingly mandating equal representation of sexes and genders in research, hormonal fluctuations are still often viewed as complicating factors. Professor Belinda Pletzer argues for a shift in perspective, suggesting that the menstrual cycle should not be seen solely as a complicating factor, but as one of many variables influencing research.
The local government structures shake-up: Reorganisation, impact, and technology needs
Mark Gannon, Director of Client Solution at Netcall, discusses the UK Government’s creation of unitary authorities as part of the abolition of the two-tier local government structures in England and the role of technology in this significant reorganisation.
Breakthrough in microplastic monitoring hopes to protect health and the environment
As microplastics increasingly become part of everyday life, it’s essential to understand their impact on the environment and human health.
AMR: Fixing the broken pipeline for new antibiotics
Melissa Gong Mitchell, the Secretariat Lead at the AMR Industry Alliance, discusses the challenges hindering the development of urgently needed new antibiotics and the sustainable solutions needed to address these issues.
