In a bid to catch up with global rivals and capitalise on the AI boom, Japan has set a target to boost its chip production eightfold by 2040.

The steel industry is under huge pressure to decarbonise, but can it reduce emissions before it has ready access to green hydrog

Could nanotechnology provide the next green revolution in agriculture?

As investments in geoengineering grow, can it really save us from the worst effects of climate change?

A wood-based material that can store and release heat could help keep building temperatures comfortable without using electricit

Cleantech start-up TheStorage has installed a sand-based thermal storage pilot at a brewery in Finland to provide fossil-free industrial heat.

A next-generation wearable translates everyday gestures into commands for machines and robots, even when users are moving.

Passive cooling and atmospheric water capture have been integrated into a paint-like coating by researchers in Australia.

Two landers capable of withstanding 1,200 times the pressure on the Earth’s surface will journey into the depths of the ocean later this year to gain a better understanding of the origin of ‘dark oxygen’.

As a historic new treaty to conserve sea life comes into force, how will the world’s most remote oceans be policed and protected?

Dolphin Labs is converting ocean wave energy into electricity to power its xNode remote-sensing data collection and transmission platform. Co-founder Chris Rauch explains how he is charting a new course for renewable energy in marine sensing.

Rising microplastic pollution is linked to how effectively the oceans absorb atmospheric carbon dioxide, according to a new stud

The UK government has unveiled its ‘first-ever’ national strategy to tackle per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, but critics argue the plan falls short of meaningful regulatory commitments.

North Atlantic pilot whales have been found to have 60% lower concentrations of PFAS (per- or polyfluoroalkyl substances) in their bodies following a phasing-out of some of the most commonly used chemicals.

Rising microplastic pollution is linked to how effectively the oceans absorb atmospheric carbon dioxide, according to a new stud

India has hailed the country’s first cloud seeding experiment as a success, but scientists say it failed to produce rain.

Capturing and reusing the heat generated by industry could boost the UK’s competitiveness, according to the Royal Society.

Carbon spheres infused with iron oxide or rust could boost lithium-ion battery energy storage and sustainability, according to a study.

A wood-based material that can store and release heat could help keep building temperatures comfortable without using electricit

Flexible, non-toxic hydrogel batteries could power soft, wearable and implantable electronics, according to a study.

If you’re an engineer, you know the challenge: designing complex systems is only half the battle. Getting the parts made with precision, speed, and consistency is where the real puzzle begins. That’s exactly the problem Xometry solves.

Hyundai Motor Group is planning to integrate humanoid robots into its manufacturing plants in a bid to improve efficiency and reduce the number of ‘hazardous’ tasks undertaken by human operators.

An autonomous underwater robot has completed a 300km journey beneath East Antarctic ice, delivering the first-ever data on ocean conditions and ice shelf melting.

Autonomous robotics and unmanned systems are reshaping law enforcement across Europe, says a new report from Europol.

A third trial to inspect and retrieve a small amount of radioactive debris from Japan’s Fukushima Daiichi nuclear plant has been

A series of regular chats with a humanoid robot has been shown to provide emotional support for informal caregivers, a University of Cambridge study has found.

A 1-metre-long underwater robot with soft manipulator technology aims to tackle the costs and challenges of subsea infrastructure inspection.

A robotic platform inspired by California blackworms, known for tangling together into a moving blob, has been built by researchers at Harvard University.

Chickpeas have become the first crop to be grown and harvested in simulated lunar soil, according to a new study.

A polymer-based battery chemistry enables electric vehicles to keep working in freezing conditions, according to a study by Texas A&M University.

Carbon spheres infused with iron oxide or rust could boost lithium-ion battery energy storage and sustainability, according to a study.

A wood-based material that can store and release heat could help keep building temperatures comfortable without using electricit

The use of AI in breast cancer screening could save many lives, according to a landmark study.

In a bid to catch up with global rivals and capitalise on the AI boom, Japan has set a target to boost its chip production eightfold by 2040.

The International Energy Agency has proposed that member countries release emergency oil stocks in order to counter price shocks.

The government has detailed an expanded 10-year Infrastructure Pipeline for the UK that includes 734 road, rail, energy and wate

The use of AI in breast cancer screening could save many lives, according to a landmark study.

The European Commission has unveiled the proposed Industrial Accelerator Act (IAA), aimed at shielding Europe’s key sectors from global uncertainty and unfair foreign competition.

BYD, the world’s largest manufacturer of electric vehicles, has unveiled battery and charging technology capable of delivering speeds that rival refuelling at a petrol station.

Up to £6.65m will fund further development of the planned 18.5km West London Orbital Overground rail service.