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‘Robocarp’ makes splash with motion breakthrough
April 27, 2023
A coil-powered robot fish designed by scientists at the University of Bristol could enhance underwater exploration and extend the uses of low-cost twisted and coiled polymer (TCP) actuator devices.
Northumbria-led global polar team reveals shocking rise in ice sheet depletion
April 23, 2023
The last decade saw seven of the worst cases of polar ice depletion, with 2019 ranked the most serious of all, says a study led by Northumbria University.
Fragrance industry scents trouble from EU substance reclassification
April 14, 2023
European Union changes to chemicals legislation are a potential threat to the substantial fragrance industry, says the sector’s leading trade association.
Bristol team help boost Chornobyl radiation monitoring
April 3, 2023
Researchers from the University of Bristol will be part of the international team seeking to repair and improve radiological monitoring for the Chornobyl exclusion zone, close to the conflict zone...
Royal Assent opens door to gene edited food in UK
March 28, 2023
The granting of Royal Assent for the Genetic Technology (Precision Breeding) Act has finally opened the door for the commercial development of gene-edited food in England.
Northern Ireland deal appears to boost UK’s Horizon Europe hopes
March 1, 2023
Prime minister Rishi Sunak’s achievement of an agreed new Northern Ireland protocol with his European Union counterparts looks likely to pave the way for the UK’s continued involvement in the...
Treasury opts for stealth to ‘announce’ takeback of £1.6 bill EU Horizon funds
February 23, 2023
Some £1.6 billion in funds allocated for scientific research has been taken back by the Treasury.
Southampton University’s featherweight plans knockout blow for space debris
February 15, 2023
Southampton University researchers have successfully piloted the launch of a small scale plasma thruster intended to enable satellites to de-orbit safely.
UEA survey seeks to improve disabled access to lab professions
February 14, 2023
University of East Anglia researchers are appealing to participants nationwide to contribute to their survey into the state of disabled access in UK laboratories.
Rare mineral project offers means to tackle acid effect on ocean life
January 29, 2023
Scientists at Heriot-Watt and Hamburg universities say they have developed a process to boost oceans’ ability to cope with increases in carbon dioxide.
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