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The 'hidden' science critical to economic success
Leading scientists say the UK risks being overtaken as a world leader in a key area of science and technology unless there is greater investment in research facilities and training.
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How planets may be seeded with the chemicals necessary for life
Analysis of unique "fingerprints" in light emitted from material surrounding young stars has revealed 鈥渟ignificant reservoirs鈥� of large organic molecules necessary to form the basis of life.
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Honour for 鈥榦utstanding engineering research鈥�
The Royal Society - the UK鈥檚 leading scientific academy - has awarded its prestigious Clifford Patterson Medal and Lecture to an academic who had to cut short her career after becoming terminally ill.
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Covid breathing aid - 'safe and well tolerated'
A simple electrical fan is the key component of a low-cost, easy-to-use breathing-support device designed to cope with the surge in COVID-19 cases in low to middle income countries.
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Volcanic safety valve for Earth鈥檚 long-term climate
Extensive chains of volcanoes have been responsible for both emitting and then removing atmospheric carbon dioxide (CO2), stabilising temperatures at Earth鈥檚 surface.
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Shift鈥痑way from earthen homes 鈥榚nvironmentally damaging鈥�
Attitudes to earthen homes need鈥痶o change to prevent millions of them being replaced by buildings made from more environmentally-damaging materials, scientists warn.鈥�
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'Cleaner' catalytic converter to be developed in partnership with industry
A new synthetic material that accelerates the removal of harmful nitrogen oxides and carbon monoxide from engine fumes is to be tested in a prototype catalytic converter.
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Rise in forest clearance increasing greenhouse gases
Forest clearance in Southeast Asia is accelerating and leading to unprecedented increases in carbon emissions.
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Developing new techniques to build biomaterials
Scientists at the 嘟嘟AV have developed an approach that could help in the design of a new generation of synthetic biomaterials made from proteins.
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Securing decent living standards for all while cutting energy use
Fundamental changes in our economies are required to secure decent living standards for all in the struggle against climate breakdown, according to new research.