Denis Loctier

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Digital technology goes back to school

In this episode of Futuris we take a look at a new online self-reflection tool aiming to make the most of digital technology in the classroom.

05/11/2018

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Transkribus system makes breakthrough in understanding medieval texts

Artificial intelligence is being used at the University of Innsbruck, part of the EU's READ project, to automatically transcribe previously unintelligible historical documents, and make the system available as a phone app.

29/10/2018

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"Futuris" reaches for the sky with the wings of the future

Air travel needs to become less polluting and more economical as a matter of urgency; one part-EU-funded reserach project is taking giant strides towards a revolutionary wing design.

15/10/2018

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Scientists try seawater to save Europe's rice from rapacious invasive snail

Experiments in Spain could also lead to a salt-resistant rice strain that may prove invaluable in the future as rising oceans threaten rice paddies the world over.

01/10/2018

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Virtual reality brings sunken civilisations to life

A research project in Italy means divers exploring underwater may soon be able to take their tablets with them to locate treasures, with a VR app that can also be used on dry land to enhance museum exhibitions and classroom lessons.

17/09/2018

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How technology is helping protect Europe's heritage sites from climate change

The 14th century Palazzo dei Consoli is one of Gubbio's most iconic buildings. But the cracks appearing in its stone walls are raising concern that the ground under the palazzo may be shifting. Are we at risk of losing our historic heritage to climate change?

10/09/2018

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How a robot in deep water can bring enlightenment

A European research project is using a robot to boldly go where no one has potentially gone before. An underwater sphere stuffed to the gills with technology is capable of entering a mine, mapping it and returning on its own.

02/07/2018

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An alternative to chemically de-icing planes

Researchers are seeking solutions because propylene glycol, used to de-ice planes, is a pollutant that harms the environment

28/05/2018

Adventures

Georgian Adventures: Pedal power in Batumi

Why not see the capital of the Autonomous Republic of Adjara from the saddle?

21/05/2018

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Subtropical skiing in Georgia's Adjara

Sunbathe one day and ski the next! It is possible in Georgia's Autonomous Republic of Adjara

21/05/2018

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Mtirala: Georgian nature at its purest

The Mtirala National Park in Georgia's autonomous republic of Adjara is a protected site and a paradise for hiking, bird-watching and adventure!

14/05/2018

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Georgian Adventures: Okatse Canyon

From breathtaking views to extreme sports, Okatse Canyon has lots to offer visitors

14/05/2018

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The sky's the limit in Batumi

In this new episode of Georgian Adventures, we hop on board a cable car to discover Batumi, one of Georgia's biggest cities and its most popular Black Sea resort

07/05/2018

Adventures

Georgian Adventures: Georgia is also a place to ski!

In our Georgian Adventures, we discover Georgia's best-known ski resort, Gudauri, and the activities to be found there. Some are not for the faint-hearted!

07/05/2018

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Airplanes and material gains

When you board an airplane for a flight, do you ever consider what it is made of?

30/04/2018

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Tackling microplastic pollution in Europe's rivers

How much plastic ends up in our rivers? And what are the effects on our health and the environment? A group of Italian citizens and scientists have come together to try to answer these questions.

26/03/2018

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Plenoptic x-rays: an alternative to CT scans

“Computerised tomography – or CT Scans – have been one of the greatest achievements in medical imaging.

16/10/2017

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Green gold in our sea water

Scientists and businesses see many environmental and economic benefits in growing microscopic algae for use in food, cosmetics and plastics.

12/06/2017

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Three diverse European projects with a handle on climate change

How can we recycle CO2, harness wind in urban areas and fly with the help of helium? Discover three European projects who are tackling climate change head-on.

23/11/2015

Syria

Five questions on Russia's air strikes in Syria

What is Russia doing in Syria? I was allowed to visit the Khmeimim airbase at the Bassel al-Assad International Airport, named after the deceased

19/11/2015