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Scientists identify the most extreme heatwaves ever recorded globally

May 4, 2022
A new study has revealed the most intense heatwaves ever across the world – and remarkably some of these went almost unnoticed decades ago. The research, led by the University...

Scientists announce comprehensive regional diagnostic of microbial ocean life using DNA testing

May 4, 2022
Scientists announce comprehensive regional diagnostic of microbial ocean life using DNA testing. Large-scale ‘metabarcoding’ methods could revolutionize how society understands forces that drive the planet’s ability to remove greenhouse gases.

Sustainable concept for wood-based textile fibres

April 14, 2022
The 2022 Marcus Wallenberg Prize is awarded to Professor Ilkka Kilpeläinen and Professor Herbert Sixta for the development and use of novel ionic liquids to process wood biomass into high-performance...

DOE support for scientists impacted by the war in Ukraine

April 6, 2022
The ongoing war in Ukraine presents incredible, heartbreaking challenges to both the country and its people and will continue to do so long after the conflict is resolved. Many universities...

New ‘levelling up’ roadmap: review sets out three ways business can reduce health inequalities

April 5, 2022
A major review of health inequities published on 4 April 2022, lays a roadmap for the role of industry in ‘levelling up’. The UCL Institute of Health Equity in partnership...

UK Space Agency SPRINT funding to support business collaborations with devolved nations universities

April 5, 2022
The national SPRINT (SPace Research and Innovation Network for Technology) business support programme has awarded its latest set of grants to four UK businesses, enabling them to collaborate with Higher...

Scientists develop environmentally safe, frost-resistant coatings

April 1, 2022
As the urgency to eradicate environmental pollution increases, many biomaterials are being developed. However, these advanced materials often rely on non-compostable coatings for robust functionality. Now, a team of researchers...

Scientists design remote monitoring system for inaccessible quantum devices

April 1, 2022
Researchers have developed an innovative remote monitoring system for ultra-sensitive quantum devices reliant on stable conditions. The new system provides a blueprint for operating quantum technology in inaccessible environments, such...

Hybrid atom response at CERN may lead to new forms of antimatter

March 25, 2022
A hybrid matter­­–antimatter helium atom containing an antiproton, the proton’s antimatter equivalent in place of an electron, has an unexpected response to laser light when immersed in superfluid helium, reports...

UN debate on how to make science and technology more sustainable and inclusive

March 24, 2022
A debate to discuss how science and technology can boost Covid-19 recovery is to be held in the UN. The Secretary-General of the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development,...

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