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University of Liverpool Hosts Pint of Science Festival 2025 with Talks on Dinosaurs, Drugs, and AI

(IN BRIEF) Tickets are now on sale for the highly anticipated Pint of Science festival, taking place from 19-21 May 2025 in Liverpool. Featuring 33 academics from the University of Liverpool, the festival will bring science to the city’s pubs … Read the full press release

Opin.fi: A Unified Platform Offering Open Higher Education Studies Across Finnish Universities

(IN BRIEF) Opin.fi is a centralized service that offers Finnish university and applied sciences students easy access to a wide range of open higher education courses. With a goal to expand to 37 participating institutions by the end of the … Read the full press release

University of York Researchers Secure £4.5 Million Wellcome Discovery Award to Expand Born in Bradford Study

(IN BRIEF) The University of York’s team has secured a £4.5 million Wellcome Discovery Award to extend the Born in Bradford research programme, which will now study 8,000 children and their families in Bradford. Building on the success of the … Read the full press release

Aalborg University Study Shows Denmark’s Growing Ethnic Integration in Families, Schools, and Workplaces

(IN BRIEF) Aalborg University’s recent study challenges the notion of segregated communities in Denmark, revealing that ethnic integration is progressing faster than commonly perceived. Using registry data, the research shows that more Danes are mixing across ethnic lines, with significant … Read the full press release

University of Exeter Study Highlights Fiduciary Governance as Key to Safe Public Oversight of Quantum Computing

(IN BRIEF) A study by Dr. Robert Herian from the University of Exeter Law School explores how fiduciary law could be applied to govern the emerging field of quantum computing. The study suggests that fiduciary governance, which ensures transparency and … Read the full press release

University of Cambridge and NHS Digital Study Reveals Key Differences in Social Media Use Among Adolescents with Mental Health Conditions

(IN BRIEF) A new study from the University of Cambridge has revealed that adolescents with mental health conditions, particularly those with anxiety and depression, use social media differently than their peers. The research shows that these young people spend more … Read the full press release

Heart Failure 2025: Global Congress in Belgrade to Showcase the Latest Advancements in Heart Failure Treatment and Research

(IN BRIEF) Heart Failure 2025, organized by the Heart Failure Association (HFA) of the European Society of Cardiology, will take place in Belgrade, Serbia, from May 17 to 20, 2025. The congress will feature over 80 scientific sessions, including Late-Breaking … Read the full press release

Fraunhofer unveils synthetic DNA-based microchip platform for sustainable mass data storage

(IN BRIEF) Fraunhofer institutes have launched the BIOSYNTH project, developing a high-throughput microchip platform that uses synthetic DNA to address the growing data storage crisis. This innovative solution promises a space-saving, low-cost, and energy-efficient alternative for mass data storage, with … Read the full press release

Fraunhofer Institutes Launch FutureProteins Project to Develop Climate-Independent Protein Production Systems

(IN BRIEF) Fraunhofer announces the FutureProteins flagship project, a collaboration between six Fraunhofer institutes to develop year-round, climate-independent production systems for alternative proteins from plants, fungi, algae, and insects. The project includes the development of OrbiPlant®, a vertical farming system … Read the full press release

Fraunhofer Researchers Develop Advanced Cardiac Organoid to Evaluate Drug Safety and Prevent Cardiovascular Side Effects

(IN BRIEF) Researchers at the Fraunhofer Institute for Toxicology and Experimental Medicine and Hannover Medical School have developed an innovative cardiac organoid model that simulates a miniature, functional heart to test the cardiotoxicity of new medications. Comprising heart muscle cells, … Read the full press release

Fraunhofer IIS Innovates Sensor Technology to Prevent Fires in Recycling Plants Caused by Lithium-Ion Batteries

(IN BRIEF) To address the growing issue of battery fires in recycling plants, researchers at Fraunhofer IIS have developed a groundbreaking sorting system that uses X-ray technology and AI to detect hazardous lithium-ion batteries early in the recycling process. The … Read the full press release

Fraunhofer Researchers Develop Contactless Radar Sensor System for Non-Invasive Patient Monitoring

(IN BRIEF) Researchers at Fraunhofer IZM, in partnership with B-COS GmbH, are developing a mobile, low-power radar sensor system designed for non-contact patient monitoring. The system enables the measurement of heart and respiratory rates without the need for electrodes, offering … Read the full press release

Fraunhofer and B-COS Collaborate on Biodegradable Face Mask to Reduce Wrinkles and Stimulate Collagen Production

(IN BRIEF) Researchers from Fraunhofer TLC-RT and B-COS GmbH have created a biodegradable anti-aging face mask that stimulates collagen production through ortho-silicic acid, offering long-lasting wrinkle reduction. Unlike traditional face masks that only provide temporary hydration, this mask’s active ingredient, … Read the full press release

Ancient DNA Unveils Genetic Link Between the Picuris Pueblo and Chaco Canyon, Strengthening Cultural and Historical Connections

(IN BRIEF) A study led by Eske Willerslev at the University of Copenhagen has revealed a genetic link between the Picuris Pueblo and Chaco Canyon, cementing their ancestral connection to this UNESCO World Heritage site. Using ancient DNA from bones … Read the full press release

AstraZeneca’s Breztri Aerosphere Shows Positive Phase III Results for Uncontrolled Asthma Treatment

(IN BRIEF) Positive results from the Phase III KALOS and LOGOS trials show that AstraZeneca’s Breztri Aerosphere (budesonide/glycopyrronium/formoterol fumarate) significantly improves lung function in patients with uncontrolled asthma, compared to dual-combination ICS/LABA therapy. The trials demonstrate the potential of Breztri … Read the full press release

TUM Leads Telemedicine Pilot in Traunstein to Enhance Elder Care and Reduce Hospital Admissions

(IN BRIEF) The district of Traunstein is launching a new telemedicine project, led by the Technical University of Munich (TUM), to improve healthcare for elderly nursing home residents. The project uses a specially developed telemedicine kit that allows nursing staff … Read the full press release

University of Southampton Scientists Engineer Super-Strong Antibody to Boost Immune Response Against Cancer

(IN BRIEF) Scientists at the University of Southampton have engineered a new type of super-strong antibody, which could significantly enhance immune system responses in cancer patients. By altering the shape and rigidity of antibodies, the team discovered that these modified … Read the full press release

New FOxTROT 5 Trial by University of Glasgow, University of Leeds, and University of Birmingham Aims to Transform Colon Cancer Treatment for Elderly Patients with Promising Immunotherapy Approach

(IN BRIEF) The University of Glasgow is leading the innovative FOxTROT 5 trial, which is offering elderly colon cancer patients the opportunity to participate in a groundbreaking immunotherapy study. The trial will administer dostarlimab before surgery, targeting a specific type … Read the full press release

University of Exeter Research Highlights How Animal Culture and Social Learning Can Transform Conservation Strategies

(IN BRIEF) A new research publication underscores the importance of social learning and animal culture in conservation, revealing how a wide range of species, from whales to insects, learn and pass on behaviors such as tool use and foraging. This … Read the full press release

SGS Belgium NV Receives Designation as Notified Body under EU IVDR to Support In Vitro Diagnostic Device Compliance

(IN BRIEF) SGS Belgium NV has been officially designated by the European Commission and Belgian Competent Authority as a Notified Body (NB) under the In Vitro Diagnostic Medical Device Regulation (IVDR), EU 2017/746. This milestone enhances SGS’s ability to support … Read the full press release