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Bitcoin causing city-sized CO2 emissions

June 17, 2019
The digital currency bitcoin is responsible for CO2 emissions comparable to that of Las Vegas.

Harnessing regional strengths

June 16, 2019
From distinctive strengths in transport innovation in the West Midlands to leadership in the life sciences in the Liverpool City Region, regions across the UK have demonstrated excellence in R&D.

Lab-grown insect meat

June 6, 2019
Researchers have outlined proposals for lab-grown insect meat as an alternative to harmful livestock farming.

We’ll drink to that

June 3, 2019
Dr Leonardo Chiappisi and Dr Isabelle Grillo are fascinated with the popular Italian liquor limoncello and its distinct milky appearance. But how, exactly, could this help them develop speciality chemicals?...

BioCity invests in carbon recycling startup

April 25, 2019
Science incubator BioCity has invested an undisclosed amount in Deep Branch Biotechnology, a Nottingham-based carbon recycling startup. The investment will cover construction costs of a mobile production unit, enabling Deep...

Moral morsels

April 22, 2019
It is a troubling business. The simple act of lifting a morsel to your mouth is now fraught with dilemma. To eat is to run an ethical gauntlet. Wherever you...

An edit for good?

April 9, 2019
Gene editing could allow incredible crop improvements, with the potential to reduce the harmful impact of agrochemicals on biodiversity while boosting yield. However, the recent European Court of Justice ruling...

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