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The hi-tech bracelet helping Cerebral Palsy sufferers use a computer

The bracelet is equipped with sensors that pick up movements in the wrist which are translated into computer commands using artificial intelligence.

United Kingdom

World's first 'vertiport' could be used for flying taxis in future

Urban hubs for flying taxis could become ‘ubiquitous’ by the 2030s, as companies attempt to build them in the next couple of years.

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Meet the convulsing child robot helping to train Japan’s dentists

The life-like bot was co-developed by robotics start-up Tmsuk and a local dental school to simulate a child’s response to receiving dental treatment.

Ocean

Scarybirds fly to the rescue of endangered species

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Researchers seek new ways to reduce the environmental impact of fishing

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Ocean

“Microplastics are everywhere” researchers warn

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Recent studies revealed evidence of microscopic plastic particles in the internal organs and blood of "almost all people tested", raising new concerns about the potential impact of microplastics on human health — and on marine life.

Smart Regions

The Croatian incubators hatching video gaming startups

In partnership with the European Commission

Over the last five years, the region of Sisak Moslavina in Croatia has become a video gaming hub thanks to EU funding.

Health news

Can tiny robots sent into our brains help fight tumours?

The micro-robots, which will start clinical trials in two years, could help target otherwise unreachable areas of the brain to treat cancer or Dandy-Walker Syndrome.

Tech News

Scientists use giant gun in hunt for clean nuclear fusion energy

The technology involves firing a projectile ignited by gunpowder down a giant gun that eventually hits a target, resulting in nuclear fusion.

Tech News

Spain is testing out a traffic control system for drones

The flight test is trialling a platform that aims to minimise collisions by detecting when drones fly too close too each other and proposing evasive manoeuvres to pilots.

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Modern Pirates hack superyachts' cybersecurity

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Cyber security and hydrogen-powered boats were the big themes at this year's Dubai International Boat Show. Sci-tech went to find out more.

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Artificial fingertip gives robots a near-human sense of touch

Researchers say giving machines the ability to feel surfaces could make robots more dexterous and improve prosthetic hands.

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Swedish selfie 'museum' gets super liked

The recently opened "Youseum" in the suburbs of Stockholm, Sweden, offers fun backgrounds for visitors' selfies or videos.

Culture news

Watchmaking: An industry entrenched in tradition embraces high tech

Customer experiences can now extend to a magnified live stream of the art of watchmaking.

Tech News

This new bot on wheels can stand up like a human and drive like a car

The Swiss company hopes its robot could be used by rescue teams in dangerous environments.

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Panasonic steers us towards a greener future in mobility and business operations

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For Panasonic, achieving carbon neutrality stretches far beyond its own offices, employees and day-to-day operations.

Qatar 365

From eGaming to Padel: exploring the future of sport in Qatar

In partnership with Media City

As the hosts of the FIFA World Cup, 2022 is going to be a big sporting year for Qatar but what else does the future hold? From the world of e-gamers and the business of sport, to scoring points with padel players, Qatar365 discovers the potential.

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Dubai's Museum of the Future

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In this episode of Sci-tech, Jane Witherspoon explores the Museum of the Future in Dubai. The intellectual and scientific hub aims to bring together the very best minds in science, technology and innovation.

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From dropout to CEO: the 'Happy Sexy Millionaire' tells his story

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In this edition of Interview, we speak to Steven Bartlett, the youngest ever dragon from the BBC television series ‘Dragon's Den’, the founder of the social media marketing agency ‘Social Chain’ and the host of the number one podcast in Europe on Spotify, ‘The Diary of a CEO’.

Tech News

Ukraine’s tech companies are finding ways to help those fleeing war

Tech companies are banding together to help those fleeing the violence in Ukraine’s hard-hit cities; from rescue ops to translation and jobs.

Health news

This Egyptian researcher has built a brainwave-controlled wheelchair

As a child, Abdelrahman Omran was unable to walk until the age of 5. But the experience inspired the 24-year-old to create the device which he hopes will help others like him.