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Analyzing sex and gender data to improve women’s health outcomes
Irene O. Aninye, PhD, Chief Science Officer at the Society for Women’s Health Research, examines the consequences of overlooking sex and gender differences in research and clinical care.
Psilocybin and IBS treatment: First psychedelic study in gastroenterology
In a groundbreaking first, psilocybin is entering gastroenterology. Dr. Erin Mauney leads a pioneering study exploring how psychedelic therapy could transform treatment for millions suffering from treatment-resistant Irritable Bowel Syndrome, offering new hope for gut-brain disorders.
Public sector procurement: How open frameworks benefit public sector buyers
The new Procurement Act 2023 introduces "open frameworks," revolutionising public sector buying. These flexible agreements, unlike traditional closed frameworks, allow new suppliers to join throughout their up to eight-year lifespan, fostering greater competition, innovation, and value for money.
Flavonoid-rich food could boost longevity, major study reveals
New research has found that consuming foods rich in flavonoids, such as tea and dark chocolate, could lower their risk of developing health conditions and increase longevity.
PSD3 is coming: But what about APP fraud?
Roger Alexander, Board Advisor at Chargebacks911, says that while PSD3 is coming, we can’t forget about APP fraud.
Pet dogs may help prevent genetic eczema in children, study finds
Having a pet dog may lower the risk of eczema in children who are genetically prone to the condition, shedding light on how environmental factors may influence genetic risks.
JWST completes view of Sombrero Galaxy’s Disk
NASA's James Webb Space Telescope has completed its comprehensive imaging of the Sombrero galaxy, revealing its huge stellar bulge and intricate dust disk in stunning near-infrared detail. These observations are key to understanding the galaxy's turbulent past and evolution.
Flooding in a changing climate: Why we need systemic action now
There is a need for systematic action to safeguard against flooding; here, Professor Günter Blöschl from the Vienna University of Technology, the University of Bologna elaborates further
The climate crisis is already transforming the world around us, with extreme flooding only set to intensify over the next 10 years, according...
Can embracing technology help Europe develop a circular economy?
In this insightful piece, Mirco Peron, Assistant Professor of Supply Chain Management at NEOMA Business School, argues that embracing technology could help Europe develop a circular economy.
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.
Business activity intelligence (BizINT): Powering investigations into national security threats
Jason Lee at Moody’s explains business activity intelligence (BizINT), which is powering investigations into national security threats. While intelligence agencies face an uphill battle to uncover threats to national security, the digital footprints that bad actors leave behind in their day-to-day activities can propel investigations.
First schools in England power up with Great British Energy solar panels
Schools across England will benefit from £180 million in funding for Great British Energy solar panels.
Legionella risk assessments – Is yours’ suitable and sufficient?
It is a legal requirement to assess the risk posed by legionella bacteria in all commercial properties. The risk assessment must be “suitable” and “sufficient”. As the complexity of water systems increases, along with the number of outlets, components, and systems, the need for expert external assistance tends to rise.
JWST reveals the origin of ultra-hot exoplanet WASP-121b
New observations from the James Webb Space Telescope reveal the surprising origin of the ultra-hot exoplanet WASP-121b. Detecting atmospheric methane and silicon monoxide suggests this ultra-hot world formed in a colder, distant region akin to our outer Solar System, then migrated inward.
Europe’s Innovation Act: A policy blueprint to unlock startup potential and digital infrastructure at...
As Europe charts its economic future amid global uncertainties, the European Commission’s new Startup and Scaleup Strategy signals a pivotal shift in how innovation is conceived—not only as a commercial activity, but as a core strategic asset underpinning EU sovereignty, resilience, and growth.
Scientists unveil terbium-161 breakthrough in targeted lymphoma treatment
A groundbreaking study from the Paul Scherrer Institute (PSI) in collaboration with Inselspital–Bern University Hospital has unveiled a promising new therapy for lymphoma using the radioactive isotope terbium-161.
Aluminium industry production: Reshoring, recycling and efficiency for increased capacity
Frederik Esterhuizen, Global Business Line Manager for Metals at ABB, discusses the future of aluminium, asserting that reshoring, recycling, and efficiency will lead to increased capacity.
Cambridge researchers awarded £7.5 million to build programmable plants
Cambridge researchers have secured £7.5 million to build "programmable plants," a revolutionary initiative poised to transform agriculture. This funding from ARIA aims to fast-track crop development and enhance plant capabilities for a sustainable future.
Crystalline silica: Unsafe by design
Dimitra Theodori, Head of the Health and Safety Unit at the European Trade Union Institute, highlights the concept of being unsafe by design when it comes to crystalline silica.
