Innovation in Europe – the secrets to entrepreneurial success and the...
As of today, the European Innovation Council (EIC) has a new President of the Board, Dr Michiel Scheffer. With a budget of €10 billion, the EIC aims to identify and scale up new technologies and...
View ArticleUnlocking the secrets to Mars
Simulating the Red Planet’s geology and hydrology reveals how the landscape has changed, helping the search for landing sites for future missions. By Michael Allen Humans have been fascinated by Mars...
View ArticlePaper makers and users look to greener frontiers
While the industry consumes lots of trees and produces plenty of waste, grass packaging and new construction materials point toward a more sustainable path. By TOM CASSAUWERS Switzerland is renowned...
View ArticleIn greening air travel, small parts can make a big difference
Aircraft flaps and emergency power units are part of efforts to reduce the aviation industry’s contribution to global warming. By TOM CASSAUWERS Each time a plane takes off or lands, flaps on the...
View ArticleEurope looks to virtual factories in new industrial revolution
EU manufacturers are increasingly embracing digital technologies to improve agility. By HELEN MASSY-BERESFORD A plant that makes electric shavers in the northern Dutch town of Drachten is gearing up...
View ArticleIn climate fight, Europe pushes for homes to ditch boilers
Heat pumps in buildings are in focus as the EU slashes emissions and boosts clean energy. By HELEN MASSY-BERESFORD At the foot of the mountains of western Italy between the cities of Turin and Cuneo,...
View ArticlePreventing outer space from becoming a hazardous junkyard
As the number of objects launched into orbit grows, the EU is working to prevent debris from getting out of hand. By GARETH WILLMER An upsurge in worldwide rocket and satellite launches into space...
View ArticleTapping the Sun for renewable hydrogen
As Europe turns increasingly to clean sources of energy, EU researchers are on a quest to make hydrogen from solar rays and heat. By TOM CASSAUWERS In July 2023, when southern Europe endured an...
View ArticleVirtual-reality tech is fast becoming more real
Touch sensations are improving to help sectors like healthcare and manufacturing, while other advances are being driven by the gaming industry. By HELEN MASSY-BERESFORD Imagine a single technology...
View ArticleAs microscopic materials proliferate, ensuring they are safe is a priority
Researchers in Europe are working to counter potential risks from nanomaterials used by a range of industries for technological advances. By Tom Cassauwers While others might dream big, Dr Otmar...
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