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Friday, Dec 12

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Digital pathology in the cloud: Driving interoperability, AI integration, and future-ready diagnosis

Philips Healthcare tells us about the advantages of adopting cloud technology in digital pathology, emphasizing its role in enhancing interoperability, AI integration, and diagnostic efficiency.

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Why strength training is critical to healthy aging

This article explores the significance of exercise, particularly strength training, to healthy aging, recognizing its role in mitigating many of the chronic conditions and risk factors associated with getting older.

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Building blocks for policy change: Upholding the rights of all children affected by parental imprisonment

The article explores the challenges faced by the estimated 2.1 million children in Europe affected by parental imprisonment, emphasizing the need to shift from framing children as potential risks to recognizing their rights and dignity.

Research for AI policy design

The Joint Research Centre Director of Digital Transformation and Data, shares how the European Commission is working on artificial intelligence to inform policies that affect us all.

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TMVs to manage water temperature and prevent legionella growth

Claire Jackson from HC Legionella Ltd examines the role of TMVs in managing water temperature and the challenges they pose in preventing Legionella growth within NHS buildings.

ECU researchers turn to AI to overcome solid-state battery challenges

Edith Cowan University (ECU) researchers are advancing the future of clean energy storage by using artificial intelligence to address one of the most significant barriers to solid-state batteries reaching large-scale production.

Thursday, Dec 11

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UK Space Agency launches pilot SECP programme

The UK Space Agency has announced a new pilot initiative to strengthen commercial capabilities and accelerate innovation within the nation’s growing space ecosystem.

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Modernising case management in UK government: A turning point

UK Government departments face a pivotal year in 2026 as case management and workflow platforms evolve under pressures from digital transformation, cybersecurity demands and legacy modernisation. This article outlines the key trends…

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AI brain scan model spots strokes, tumours and aneurysms

Researchers at King’s College London have developed an AI model that can detect strokes, brain tumours, and aneurysms from MRI scans, helping doctors make faster, more accurate diagnoses.

AI partnership set to accelerate UK’s national renewal

The UK government has announced a major new partnership with Google DeepMind that aims to put advanced artificial intelligence to work across national priorities, from scientific discovery and clean energy to public service reform and…

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Why the aviation sector must embrace Sustainable Aviation Fuel now

Geoff Maynard at CILT UK, explains why the aviation sector must adopt Sustainable Aviation Fuel now to secure its future.

What can the public sector learn from entrepreneurs and SMEs about cyber security?

Nick Denning, Managing Director of Policy Monitor (and subsidiary Diegesis), considers the lessons that public sector operations can learn from entrepreneurs and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) about implementing cyber security…

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New nasal vaccine could stop whooping cough spreading, trial finds

A NIHR-backed trial has found that BPZE1, a nasal spray vaccine, can block whooping cough bacteria from colonising the nose and throat.

Wednesday, Dec 10

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European Commission appoints new member to ERC scientific council

The European Commission has announced the appointment of six leading scientists, along with the renewal of one current member, to the Scientific Council of the European Research Council (ERC).

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New Respiratory Therapy Solutions framework helps patients stay well at home this winter

As winter illnesses surge across the UK, a new national initiative aims to help people with long-term respiratory conditions stay healthier and avoid unnecessary hospital visits.

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Flaring black hole launches ultra fast winds across space

Astronomers using two of the world’s best X-ray observatories have witnessed a dramatic and extremely fast outburst from a supermassive black hole in the spiral galaxy NGC 3783.

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The rise of AI-driven personalization in air travel

Quad Advisory explores how Artificial Intelligence is reshaping personalization and revenue optimization for airlines.

Weight-loss drug liraglutide may slow Alzheimer’s decline, new study suggests

New trial finds liraglutide reduces brain shrinkage by nearly 50% in Alzheimer’s patients and slows cognitive decline by up to 18% within a year.

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From promise to practice: Inclusive digital transformation for the NHS 10 year plan

The NHS’s 10-Year Plan aims to transform healthcare by prioritising prevention, personalisation, and integration. This approach, argues John Clarke, must accommodate those who are digitally excluded while utilising technology to empower…

Gene therapy achieves world-first remission of “incurable” leukaemia

Scientists at UCL and GOSH have used groundbreaking base-edited CAR‑T cell therapy — BE‑CAR7 — to treat aggressive T‑cell leukaemia, with two‑thirds of patients now disease‑free.

Tuesday, Dec 9

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ERC awards €728 million in consolidator grants competition to 349 mid-career researchers

The European Research Council (ERC) has announced the results of its latest Consolidator Grant competition, selecting 349 mid-career researchers for a combined €728 million in funding.

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One in seven patients trapped in NHS “referral black hole”

A new Healthwatch England survey shows that 14% of GP referrals for specialist care are delayed, lost, or rejected, leaving thousands of patients waiting indefinitely for treatment.

Europe’s wildfire season continues to intensify as a new JRC report warns of expanding risks

Europe’s wildfire seasons are becoming longer, more destructive, and increasingly unpredictable, according to the latest annual report from the Joint Research Centre (JRC).

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The philosophy of loneliness: Why being alone is not the enemy

Tim Boerkamp at Examined Mind explores the philosophy of loneliness, including why solitude is not the enemy.

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Geminid meteor shower set to light up the sky this weekend

Skywatchers are expected to see the Geminid meteor shower reach its annual peak this weekend.

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Only 1 in 10 gets the right care for COPD

A shock survey by charity Asthma + Lung UK reveals that more than 90% of people with COPD are receiving inadequate care, with those living in more deprived communities five times more likely to die from the condition.

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UK confirms first case of dangerous clade‑1b mpox strain

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has confirmed the first UK case of the more serious Mpox virus “clade Ib” strain.

Intellicule secures NIH grant for biomolecular modelling software

Intellicule has received a $217,941 NIH SBIR Phase I grant to develop advanced deep-learning software for biomolecular modelling. This technology aims to accelerate novel drug discovery and advance precision medicine by improving cryo-EM…

Monday, Dec 8

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Record-breaking cosmic explosion defies astronomers’ expectations

A cosmic explosion unlike any seen before has prompted astronomers to rethink long-standing ideas about the universe’s most powerful outbursts.

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EU study calls for a unified approach to tackle rising cyberbullying

A new analysis by the European Commission’s Joint Research Centre (JRC) shows the urgency in addressing cyberbullying across the EU.