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Four deep tech companies move forward in EU’s EIC STEP Scale-Up programme
The European Commission has announced the second group of companies advancing in the EIC Strategic Technologies for Europe Platform (STEP) Scale-Up initiative.
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.
AI innovations expected to cut energy bills and boost UK’s clean energy future
Millions of UK households could benefit from warmer homes and lower energy bills, as ten new artificial intelligence (AI) innovations have been selected as finalists for the prestigious Manchester Prize.
The impact of ERC proof of concept grants
A new report highlights the real-world impact of the ERC Proof of Concept (PoC) Grants and their research support.
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.
Government cuts red tape on EV charging points, streamlining installation for millions
The UK government has unveiled a significant change to driveway law, removing the need for planning applications for EV charging point installations. This move aims to cut red tape and accelerate the country's electric vehicle revolution.
UK selects Rolls-Royse to build small modular nuclear reactors
Rolls-Royse SMR has officially been chosen as the preferred bidder to build the UK's first small modular reactors.
A flood of global tech investments in the UK as government vows to unleash...
The UK is attracting major global tech investments, from AI to fintech, creating highly-skilled jobs nationwide. Science and Technology Secretary Peter Kyle unveiled this news at London Tech Week, affirming the government's commitment to tech as a central pillar of its growth strategy.
‘Foot-recognition’ AI scanner can prevent heart failure hospitalisations
New research from the British Cardiovascular Society conference in Manchester suggests that a home device that scans a person's feet as they get out of bed could help detect early signs of worsening heart failure, potentially keeping them out of hospital.
Mouth and gut bacteria linked to brain changes in Parkinson’s disease
Scientists have found a link between bacteria in the mouth and gut and the progression of cognitive decline in Parkinson's disease.
Damp and mould surveys for healthy buildings
David Bly, Director of Cornerstone Management Services Limited, an independent surveying company, discusses their damp and mould surveys for buildings across the UK. He highlights how transparent results have led to cost-effective solutions for various industries
With ongoing damp and mould-related structural health issues, is it time to consider certifying...
UK accelerates self‑driving vehicle trials to spring 2026
The UK Government has announced that pilots of self-driving taxi- and bus-like services will be brought forward by a year to spring 2026, attracting investment and making the UK one of the world leaders in this technology.
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.
Vitamin B3 supplement reverses premature ageing in Werner Syndrome patients
There is a beacon of hope for patients with a rare genetic disorder called Werner Syndrome as researchers unveil a groundbreaking discovery: Nicotinamide riboside, a vitamin B3 derivative, reverses premature ageing.
All contaminated blood victims finally offered NHS psychological support
Thousands of people affected and infected by the contaminated blood scandal in England will be able to self-refer from today for psychological treatment from a bespoke new NHS service.
The importance of primary circuit maintenance for domestic system water safety
HC Legionella Ltd investigated temperature issues in hot water cylinders for a healthcare site, where temperatures were in a range conducive to bacterial growth; here, Authorising Engineer, Claire Jackson, explains how the issue was resolved.
New North Sea oil and gas fields incompatible with Paris Climate Goals
A UCL report states that new North Sea oil and gas fields are incompatible with the Paris Agreement climate goals. Researchers urge the UK government to cease licensing and halt the development of existing fields like Rosebank and Jackdaw, preventing catastrophic warming.
A new look into Earth’s deep interior
Nearly 3,000 kilometers beneath Earth's surface is a puzzling zone known as the D" (D double-prime) layer.
New £1.2 billion tech market set to revolutionse public sector buying
The UK government is developing a new digital marketplace to transform how the government and public sector organisations buy technology, expecting to save taxpayers up to £1.2 billion annually.
UK Government invests £86 billion to supercharge science and technology sectors
The UK Government has announced a £86 billion funding package aimed at enhancing the country's science, technology, and innovation sectors.
