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New discovery challenges physics assumption

January 25, 2017
The production of narrowband light sources - where electromagnetic radiation would not normally be possible - has been achieved by scientists in Scotland.

3D printing boosts membrane capability hopes

January 23, 2017
3D printing could advance membrane fabrication and capability, according to a new review by researchers from the University of Bath. Membranes for the separation of gas or liquids are restricted...

Oxford Science Park expansion approved

January 20, 2017
Oxford Science Park will see more than 5,000sq m of additional office space after the Council approved its latest planning application. Construction will begin early this year and should provide...

Synergy Grants to be reintroduced in 2018

January 19, 2017
The European Research Council plans to reinstate the Synergy Grant funding scheme next year. The decision was made after an assessment of projects funded through pilot calls in 2012 and...

Breakthrough achieved in flexible electronics

January 18, 2017
Scientists in Singapore have developed conducting polymer films that can give a superior performance in plastic electronics. Plastic, or organic, electronics are made from carbon-based semiconductors that could provide flexible,...

Mathematical model creates extremely strong 3D graphene

January 17, 2017
MIT researchers have designed a strong and lightweight three-dimensional form of graphene.

Composite manufacturing hub approved in Nottingham

January 13, 2017
The University of Nottingham has secured a multimillion pound investment to build a composite manufacturing hub.

Asteroid exploration missions announced

January 12, 2017
NASA has announced two new missions to better understand the early stages of our Solar System.

Novel climate predictions aim to help save coral reefs worldwide

January 11, 2017
A set of new climate model projections will enable conservationists to understand which coral reefs will be affected by annual coral bleaching.

Immunity’s genetic link discovered

January 10, 2017
Almost 75% of immune traits are influenced by genes, according to researchers at King’s College London.

M40 Alliance launched to speed up arthritis treatment

January 6, 2017
A new alliance has been formed to quicken the development of novel treatments for arthritis.

EU drive to increase expertise on chemical effects on humans

January 5, 2017
An EU-backed study is to begin this month to increase the number of researchers able to assess the impact of chemicals on the human endocrine system.

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