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An aluminium tab from a drinks can found encased in a new form of rock on the Cumbrian coastline has helped provide scientists with a shocking new insight into the impact of human activity on the Earth’s natural processes and materials.

The Centre of Innovation for Financial Regulation, known as the Financial Regulation Innovation Lab (FRIL), is shaping the future of regulatory responsible innovation as part of the UK government’s Innovation Accelerator programme

Despite Scotland being a small nation, its rich maritime heritage is making waves in the global maritime industry. With its strategic location, deep-water ports, skilled workforce, and innovative technologies, Scotland is poised to become a major player on the international stage. 

A new demonstrator vehicle showcasing cutting-edge design and manufacturing innovation for space will be unveiled by the National Manufacturing Institute Scotland (NMIS)  as part of Space-Comm Expo – the UK’s largest space industry event.

A PhD student at the University of Strathclyde has been selected for a leading cross-university venture programme that helps the most talented PhD scientists translate their research into deeptech companies.

Om Roy has been chosen for Conception X Cohort 8, to support his development of non-invasive neurotechnology, for better detection and treatment of neurological disorders.

Scientists from Heriot-Watt University have secured new funding to investigate the thermodynamic behaviour of typical carbon capture, utilisation, and storage (CCUS) fluids. This research is critical for the safe and efficient processing, transportation, and storage of these fluids.

Addressing anticipated skills shortages in artificial intelligence (AI), robotics, and automation is essential to the future of the shipbuilding sector, according to a new report by the National Manufacturing Institute Scotland (NMIS), operated by the University of Strathclyde and based at the Advanced Manufacturing Innovation District Scotland (AMIDS) in Renfrewshire.

A record-breaking tunnel is being built under the Baltic Sea between Denmark and Germany, which will slash travel times and improve Scandinavia's links with the rest of Europe.

Rooftop solar panels will be installed at about 200 schools and 200 hospitals in what Great British Energy called its “first major project”

Achieving a decarbonised steel industry needs a level global playing field, steered by clear policies from governments, and action from the construction sector. To help policymakers and the construction sector achieve decarbonisation and reduce emissions, the Institution of Structural Engineers (IStructE), the British Constructional Steelwork Association (BCSA), and Climate Group’s SteelZero initiative have published a report titled “The role of scrap in steel decarbonisation: key facts and considerations for the construction sector”.

One of the most significant shifts in the maritime sector has been the consideration of nuclear energy as a potential fuel for commercial vessels. In just six to seven years, this idea has transformed from an unlikely prospect to one gaining considerable support in various circles.

The Integrated Quantum Networks Hub will address the challenges underpinning the establishment of a “quantum internet”, by developing the novel technologies, protocols and industry standards necessary for the deployment of a secure, scalable, quantum communications infrastructure for the UK and beyond.