Daily Archives: 22, February 2025

Diavantis Secures EFRO Subsidy for Groundbreaking Diabetes App Development

(IN BRIEF) Diavantis, a Dutch company focused on supporting individuals with type 2 diabetes, has been awarded an EFRO grant to develop an innovative app aimed at guiding patients toward a medication-free life. The project, which leverages AI and IoT … Read the full press release

University of East Anglia Recognizes Outstanding Contributions in Nursing with National Shortlistings

(IN BRIEF) A nursing student and two lecturers from the University of East Anglia (UEA) have been recognized in the prestigious Student Nursing Times Awards for their exceptional work in improving care for children, young people, and families. These individuals … Read the full press release

New Podcast Series from UofG Energy Experts Explores Scotland’s Energy Abundance and Its Impact on Society

(IN BRIEF) A new podcast from the University of Glasgow questions why Scotland’s rich energy resources haven’t translated into greater prosperity or fairness for its people. Hosted by energy historian Ewan Gibbs and sociology lecturer Dominic Hinde, “The Energy That … Read the full press release

Webuild Launches Europe’s Largest Tunnel Boring Machine for Excavation of Saginara Tunnel on High-Speed Rail Line

(IN BRIEF) Webuild has begun the excavation of the Saginara Tunnel using Europe’s largest tunnel boring machine (TBM), “Partenope,” as part of the Salerno Reggio Calabria high-speed rail project. This TBM, marking a significant milestone, will work 24/7 to dig … Read the full press release

EASA Certifies Airbus A321XLR with Pratt & Whitney Engines, Marking Key Milestone

(IN BRIEF) The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has granted the Type Certificate for the Airbus A321XLR powered by Pratt & Whitney GTF™ engines. This milestone follows the certification of the CFM LEAP-1A powered variant in July 2024 and … Read the full press release

European Space Agency’s Biomass Satellite Begins Journey to French Guiana for Upcoming Launch

(IN BRIEF) The Biomass satellite, developed by Airbus for the European Space Agency (ESA), has departed Toulouse for its journey to French Guiana. This Earth Explorer mission will use advanced radar technology to map global forest biomass and support climate … Read the full press release

FCA Announces Winners of Research Competition to Explore Regulation’s Role in Economic Growth

(IN BRIEF) The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has revealed the six winners of its research competition, awarding up to £30,000 in funding to each project. These studies aim to deepen the understanding of how regulation can foster economic growth, with … Read the full press release

Shell Expands Stake in Ursa Platform in Gulf of America, Enhancing Energy Production and Growth Potential

(IN BRIEF) Shell Offshore Inc. and Shell Pipeline Company (SPLC) have entered into an agreement to increase their stake in the Ursa platform and its associated fields in the Gulf of America. This move will raise Shell’s working interest from … Read the full press release

AkylAI Pioneers AI in Kyrgyz Language with Support from EBRD’s Star Venture Program

(IN BRIEF) AkylAI, the first artificial intelligence system fully compatible with the Kyrgyz language, is breaking new ground in the digital world by preserving and promoting the native tongue. With the help of the EBRD’s Star Venture program, the Kyrgyz … Read the full press release

EBRD Assists Croatia in Developing Strategic Framework for Capital Markets Expansion

(IN BRIEF) The EBRD is collaborating with Croatia’s Ministry of Finance to design a Strategic Framework for Capital Markets Development, aiming to strengthen the country’s financial sector. The framework, which includes five strategic directions, will guide Croatia’s capital market development … Read the full press release