aerogel

Optimising future aircraft with the world’s lightest aerogel material

Scientists have invented a lightweight aerogel that may advance the next generation of aircraft, reducing noise and enhancing comfort.
Widening applications for quantum technologies by understanding quantum-nonlocality

Understanding quantum-nonlocality will unlock new technology

Novel research conducted by researchers from the University of Vienna, the Austrian Academy of Sciences, and the Perimeter Institute concludes that quantum-nonlocality is a universal property of the world, regardless of how and at what speed quantum particles move.
underwater robot

Investigating the mid-ocean twilight zone with underwater robot technology

The development of an underwater robot has enhanced researchers’ knowledge of the immense mid-ocean region dubbed the "twilight zone."
ionosphere

Understanding the Earth’s ionosphere to improve communications

Solar flares jetting out from the Sun and thunderstorms on Earth influence the planet's ionosphere, impacting long range communications.
Betelgeuse star

Solving the mysterious dimming of the Betelgeuse star

An international team of astronomers have deciphered the reason for the enigmatic dimming of the bright orange Betelgeuse star.
wind turbine blades

Banning the landfill of wind turbine blades in Europe

WindEurope has appealed for a landfill ban on decommissioned wind turbine blades across the continent by 2025.
Leptoquarks: class of new unknown particle affects Higgs boson decay

Leptoquarks: class of new unknown particles affect Higgs boson decay

A new study shows that leptoquarks, a class of new unknown particles, could affect the transformation of the Higgs boson into muons.
nuclear power

Nuclear energy roadmap launched by experts at Manchester University

Nuclear experts at the University of Manchester have created a roadmap comprised of the actions needed to evaluate the role of nuclear energy in the UK’s net zero future.
electric vehicle batteries

Semiconductor technology ensures safety of electric vehicle batteries

Scientists have used semiconductor technology to increase the safety of electric vehicle batteries which can cause explosions and fires.
Horizon Europe

Horizon Europe: investing in a healthier, greener and more digital future

The European Commission is investing €14.7 bn from Horizon Europe towards a healthier, greener, and more digital Europe.