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Scotland to host UK’s most powerful supercomputer following £750 million investment
The UK government has announced a significant £750 million investment to build the nation’s most powerful supercomputer in Edinburgh, placing Scotland at the centre of the UK’s drive to lead global innovation in artificial intelligence, scientific research, and economic growth.
Overseas-born ethnic minority NHS staff face career and pay disparities
New research has found that ethnic minority healthcare workers who are also born overseas face a double disadvantage due to the combined effects of ethnicity and migrant status.
5-minute STI test could revolutionise gonorrhoea and chlamydia detection
A revolutionary STI test developed by UK-based Linear Diagnostics, a University of Birmingham spin-out company, delivers lab-accurate results in five minutes.
Oxford’s Nipah virus vaccine wins EMA PRIME status in UK first
The University of Oxford has become the first UK academic institution to receive support from the European Medicines Agency's (EMA) PRIority MEdicines (PRIME) scheme for its vaccine targeting the deadly Nipah virus.
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.
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.
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.
Rise in expectant mothers in the UK with autoimmune diseases
More women who are having children have been diagnosed with an autoimmune condition since the millennium.
Lung cancer drug aumolertinib approved after major trial success
The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) has approved aumolertinib for adult patients with non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC).
Exercise improves colon cancer survival, world-first trial reveals
A major international study has shown that a structured exercise regime can significantly reduce the risk of colon cancer.
Innovative VR game supports children’s brain tumour recovery
The National Institute for Health and Care Research Great Ormond Street Hospital Biomedical Research Centre is developing a new virtual reality (VR) game to help children rehabilitate after brain tumour treatment.
Researchers identify key symptoms of long COVID in young children
A new study has examined the most common long COVID symptoms in young children, revealing that these symptoms present differently than in adults.
NHS app launches prescription tracking feature for millions of patients
NHS England has announced that nearly 1,500 high street chemists, including every Boots in England, are now offering live prescription tracking.
New blood test rapidly diagnoses rare genetic diseases in children and infants
A new rapid blood test promises to improve the diagnosis of rare genetic diseases in children significantly.
Study links rising temperatures to increased women’s cancer rates in Middle East
A study on Middle Eastern countries has linked higher temperatures to an increased risk of women's cancers, including breast, and ovarian.
28 NHS hospitals to receive advanced radiotherapy technology
New radiotherapy machines will cut waiting times and help 4,500 more patients get cancer treatment faster.
AI Factory Antenna: UK introduces new AI partnership with Europe
With hopes of improving collaboration with Europe in artificial intelligence (AI), the UK government has announced a new initiative to unlock cutting-edge innovation, support job creation, and accelerate research in vital sectors such as healthcare and clean energy.
Air and water pollution: A public health concern requiring proactive measures
Ian Culbert, Executive Director of the Canadian Public Health Association, discusses the health impacts of air and water pollution and steps needed to mitigate their impact.
New funding to help regulators fast-track innovation in health and transport
The UK government has announced a new wave of funding to help regulators cut unnecessary red tape and speed up access to emerging technologies, particularly in healthcare, transport, and energy.
China opens its health industry to international investors
Peter Lu, Partner and Global Head of the China Practice at McDermott Will & Emery, discusses China’s opening of its health industry to international investors.
