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Ocean

Noise pollution posing a significant threat to marine biodiversity

In partnership with the European Commission

In an effort to save our marine ecosystems, can we replace our noisy offshore technologies with quieter alternatives?

27/06/2023

Green News

Contact lenses could be 'shedding' microplastics into eyes

Contact lenses could be ‘shedding’ microplastics into your eyes, study shows.

21/06/2023

Smart Health

Scientists in a race against time to cure rare diseases

In partnership with The European Commission

The relentless quest for answers, the spirit of collaboration, and a steadfast belief in the power of science is pushing medical technology forward to treat the world's rarest diseases.

15/06/2023

Smart Health

Why is the Diagnosis of Rare Diseases So Elusive?

In partnership with The European Commission

In the heart of Romania, nestled within the scientific hub of Craiova, a state-of-the-art laboratory is aiming to unravel the mysteries of rare diseases.

15/06/2023

Mobility

In for a bumpy ride: Turbulence is getting worse with climate change

Flights are getting bumpier as the climate changes, scientists have revealed.

09/06/2023

Climate

Sleepless night? Climate change could be to blame, research shows

A new study examines the damaging impact of global warming on sleep.

22/05/2023

Health news

Adults with mental disorders at higher risk of stroke or heart attack

Some mental health conditions can increase the risk of heart attack or stroke in younger adults by a factor of three, new research shows.

09/05/2023

Health news

Reading your mind: This AI system can translate thoughts to text

The AI system can translate people’s thoughts to text, by scanning their brains while they listen to a story - or even imagine telling a story.

02/05/2023

Health news

Air pollution linked to dangerous heart conditions in major study

Using data from 2,025 hospitals in China, researchers found air pollution raises the risk of irregular heartbeat.

01/05/2023

World News

A race against time to complete the largest ocean census in history

A global alliance of scientists and explorers has begun a race against time to find at least 100,000 new marine species in the next decade.

27/04/2023

Green News

Forever chemicals could contribute to obesity, research reveals

Obesity is not only caused by diet and lack of exercise - forever chemicals may also play a part, Danish research shows.

20/04/2023

Tech News

Amid economic uncertainty, 2022 sees record number of European patents

The European Patent Office reported 193,460 patent applications by companies and inventors were made in 2022.

03/04/2023

Ocean

'The best pill for our inner health': Can the sea boost well-being?

In partnership with the European Commission

A study in Catalonia investigates the healing power of the coastal environment — but if marine ecosystems are not preserved, their benefits to human health can turn into hazards.

28/03/2023

Ocean

Protecting our oceans is key to our health. But are we doing enough?

In partnership with the European Commission

Ocean speaks with marine biologist Josep Lloret, who is assessing the ecological and social impacts of large floating offshore wind farms.

28/03/2023

Smart Regions

'It's now too late': How invasive species have altered Lake Constance

In partnership with the European Commission

Local edible fish populations in Lake Constance are dwindling as other invasive species have taken over the waters. Now local fisheries are fearing for their livelihoods.

27/03/2023

Ocean

Port behind 10% of Belgium's CO₂ emissions adopts carbon-slashing tech

In partnership with the European Commission

A carbon footprint heavyweight, Antwerp-Bruges aims to reinvent itself as the world's most sustainable port

28/02/2023

Eco-Innovation

Guilt-free flights are still out of reach in the UK, scientists warn

The Royal Society has warned that sustainable aviation solutions still need a lot of research and development.

28/02/2023

Tech News

Scientists develop new ultra-fast electronic devices for 6G and beyond

A team in Switzerland has developed “electronic metadevices” capable of handling data at speeds 10 times faster than 5G.

21/02/2023

Health news

Following healthy lifestyle halves risk of long COVID, study suggests

Millions of Europeans have suffered with long COVID.

07/02/2023

Health news

Dosage tailored to patient DNA could drastically cut drug side effects

By tailoring doses of medicines, these researchers saw a reduction in serious side effects in patients.

06/02/2023