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  • Railway 200: Why is rail so efficient?

    Listen to this article As modern railway technology evolved 200 years ago, some might think that it is old fashioned. Yet, for significant passenger and freight flows it remains, and most probably always will be, the most efficient way of transporting large traffic volumes. It is also the only form of transport that offers net-zero…


  • Sensors and measuring systems for plastics: efficiency and quality redefined

    In modern plastics production, innovative sensor technologies offer far-reaching benefits, from increased efficiency and improved product quality to more sustainable production processes. Sensors are not only tools for quality control, but also key elements for optimising the complex and often energy-intensive processes involved in plastics processing, says Glenn Wedgbrow The implementation of modern sensor technologies…


  • Shared gene signatures reveal metabolic dysfunction in liver cirrhosis and acute-on-chronic liver failure

    Background and objectives Chronic liver cirrhosis (LC) and acute-on-chronic liver failure (ACLF) are interconnected hepatic disorders associated with substantial morbidity and mortality. Despite their distinct clinical characteristics, both conditions share common pathogenic pathways that remain inadequately understood. This study aimed to identify shared gene signatures and elucidate underlying molecular mechanisms. Methods In this study, we…


  • Pioneering simulation study maps the future of Scottish Offshore Wind

    Published:  27 August, 2025 A new study has found that the scale, speed, and ambitious targets driving Scotland’s offshore wind industry demand a strategic approach to supply chain development. Strengthening resilience will require both the diversification of port operations and focused investment in key infrastructure such as wet storage and integration berths. The comprehensive simulation…


  • Showcasing wind turbine solutions

    Published:  27 August, 2025 Regal Rexnord has announced it will return to HUSUM WIND 2025 with a powerful message for wind energy professionals: long-term reliability, improved health and safety, and real-world efficiency gains delivered by genuine parts, expert knowledge, and a hands-on approach. The company says visitors can meet the team in Hall 3, Stand…


  • Probiotics limit the spread of drug-resistant genes in preemies

    New research reveals how probiotic supplementation helps fragile preterm babies build healthier gut microbiomes and lowers the spread of dangerous, drug-resistant bacteria in neonatal intensive care units. Study: Impact of early life antibiotic and probiotic treatment on gut microbiome and resistome of very-low-birth-weight preterm infants. Image credit: Iryna Inshyna/Shutterstock.com A new study published in Nature…


  • The invisible revolution: industrial AI reaches tipping point

    A quiet shift is transforming the industries that power the world, with Industrial AI adoption to nearly double from 32% to 59% within 12 months A rapid but under-recognised shift away is underway from consumer productivity-led artificial intelligence (AI) experimentation and toward embedded, operational AI across core business processes. But as with all revolutions, significant…


  • Groundbreaking approach combines 3D printing and stem cell biology for spinal cord injury recovery

    For the first time, a research team at the University of Minnesota Twin Cities demonstrated a groundbreaking process that combines 3D printing, stem cell biology, and lab-grown tissues for spinal cord injury recovery.  The study was recently published in Advanced Healthcare Materials, a peer-reviewed scientific journal. According to the National Spinal Cord Injury Statistical Center, more…


  • 80V/100V-rated asynchronous buck converters deliver high efficiency in automotive 48V PoL applications

    Diodes Incorporated introduces four new automotive-compliant* asynchronous buck converters for 48V low-voltage rail point-of-load (PoL) applications. The AP68255Q/AP68355Q and AP6A255Q/AP6A355Q incorporate 500mΩ power MOSFETs to deliver high-efficiency step-down DC-DC conversion with up to 3.5A of continuous output current. These converters cover the full automotive battery range from 5.5V to 80V/100V, including load dump scenarios. They can be used in…


  • A 9-point checklist to improve AI-based image analysis in pathology

    A new article in Veterinary Pathology introduces a 9-point checklist designed to improve the reporting quality of studies that use artificial intelligence (AI)-based automated image analysis (AIA). As AI tools become more widely used in pathology-based research, concerns have emerged about the reproducibility and transparency of published findings. Developed by an interdisciplinary team of veterinary…