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University of Glasgow, only one of two Russell Group universities in Scotland, has recently launched a very exciting new initiatives for the Ph.D. program, called ‘Partnership Ph.D. program’, which aims to work together with the Scottish / UK industries to work on core problems of industry through co-supervision of academic and industrial partners.

Sweden’s Northvolt, once heralded as Europe’s best hope of challenging the dominant Asian battery manufacturers, has filed for bankruptcy in Sweden. The company’s collapse is a significant setback for the European battery and electric vehicle (EV) sectors, highlighting the challenges of competing in a sector dominated by heavily subsidised competitors from China and the US.

The unique perspective provided by a bird’s eye view can often reveal issues that go unnoticed on the ground, giving engineers an opportunity to spot potential failures before they happen.

The UK’s energy mix changed forever in December 2000. The country’s first offshore wind farm began operating off the coast of Blyth in Northumberland, showing a bright, decarbonised future for the grid.

Marine Projects Scotland Ltd has been awarded a prestigious contract to undertake the first phase of restoration and remedial work on the internal hull and steelwork of the historic Tall Ship Glenlee.

Funded by the National Heritage Memorial Fund (NHMF), the overall project is valued at £1.8 million and will span a year. Glasgow-based Marine Projects Scotland will undertake the crucial first phase of works, helping to preserve the ship for future generations.

NASA combines thermal modelling and experimental testing to find the best compressor design for the system that keeps the air breathable at the International Space Station

Maritime UK is excited to announce the launch of its new Maritime Career Toolkits, designed to support teachers and Maritime Ambassadors in showcasing the diverse and rewarding career opportunities available in the maritime sector. These toolkits will play a key role in raising awareness of maritime careers among young people and equipping educators with high-quality resources to integrate into their lessons.

An international team of engineers and physicists have found a way to use quantum light to improve the performance of cutting-edge spectroscopy.

The Abertay Ethical Hacking Society celebrated a significant milestone for the 13th edition of the Securi-Tay conference, attracting a record turnout of over 500 attendees.

On 14 February, the protective dome that shields the Chernobyl nuclear disaster site in Ukraine was struck by a drone attack.

Heating our homes is responsible for about a third of the UK’s total carbon dioxide emissions, with a staggering 25 million natural gas boilers in operation across the country.

The University of Glasgow’s expertise in quantum technology research and development has been showcased for visitors from the UK Government.