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  • Indium Corporation Experts to Deliver Technical Presentations at SMTA International

    As one of the leading materials providers to the power electronics assembly industry, Indium Corporationexperts will share their technical insight on a wide range of innovative solder solutions at SMTA International (SMTAI), to be held October 19-23 in Rosemont, Illinois. October 20   4:30 p.m.A Bi-Free In-Containing Lower Temperature Solder with Superior Drop Shock Resistance…


  • Kurtz Ersa and Comtree Bring Precision Rework and Soldering Solutions to EPTECH Edmonton

    Kurtz Ersa Inc., a leading supplier of electronics production equipment, in collaboration with its long-time Canadian representative Comtree Inc., is headed to EPTECH Edmonton on October 30, 2025, at the Fantasyland Hotel to connect with electronics professionals and highlight the latest advances in rework, soldering, and energy-efficient production technology. Front and center will be Ersa’s…


  • How Optical Innovation Powers the Next Era of Sustainable Photonics

    Wind turbines. Solar cells. Tracking climate change. Photonics is reshaping how we innovate – while cutting environmental impact. From Fresnel Lenses concentrating the sun’s rays into solar panels to optical sensing tools helping farmers boost harvests, optical components are powering us to build a sustainable future. There are dual difficulties facing today’s businesses: innovating for…


  • Dexory raises 5m to accelerate AI-driven warehouse expansion

    Dexory has raised $165 million to accelerate global automation growth. The new funding, led by Eurazeo, will expand its AI-driven warehouse intelligence platform and support new automation capabilities across Europe, North America, and APAC.


  • Start-ups invited to pitch to co-packing industry at new BCMPA competition

    BCMPA launches a Dragon’s Den-style challenge for start-ups. The competition, Pitch the Co-Packers, will see innovators present scalable product ideas to leading manufacturing and fulfilment experts — with the winners receiving cash funding and specialist consultancy support to help take their product to market.


  • Major regeneration in Feltham

    A major regeneration project in Feltham, west London, is set to unlock one of the area’s largest brownfield sites. The Ministry of Defence, Hounslow Council, and the Greater London Authority have agreed a partnership to deliver 3,000 new homes, commercial and creative spaces, and enhanced public transport and community facilities. Construction is planned to begin…


  • New insights into MDMA therapy for PTSD and beyond

    A comprehensive peer-reviewed invited review published today in Psychedelics by Dr. Kenji Hashimoto and colleagues (Dr. Mingming Zhao and Dr. Jianjun Yang) synthesizes the evolving landscape of MDMA-assisted psychotherapy, examining robust clinical evidence in treatment-resistant posttraumatic stress disorder while identifying promising applications in autism spectrum disorder, eating disorders, and existential distress. The review traces the…


  • When someone is experiencing insomnia, their sleep is monitored for several days to paint a picture of when, why, and how often they experience restlessness, so that they can take steps to improve their sleep quality. When an athlete wants to improve their performance, training metrics such as heart rate, v02 max, and recovery time…


  • ADM unveils 2026 Flavor and Color Trends

    ADM has released its 2026 Flavor and Color Trends Outlook, forecasting a year where personal resilience and emotional wellbeing will shape consumer preferences across food and beverage categories. The report identifies three key trend spaces — Authentic Wellbeing, Give Me More, and Newstalgia Dreamland — each reflecting a growing desire for nourishment, escapism, and emotional…


  • Innovation powers pladis to record £3.23bn sales

    pladis, the global snacking group behind household brands like McVitie’s, Flipz, and GODIVA, has cemented its position as one of the world’s fastest-growing snacking companies, reporting record annual revenue of £3.23 billion for the year ended December 31, 2024. A 17 per cent year-on-year revenue increase was driven by a keen focus on product innovation…