Reusing wastewater could be the solution to Europe’s growing water scarcity problem.
Greener sensors, circuit boards and other electronic devices are being developed by EU researchers to reduce…
The EU drive towards green energy is seeking to harness a traditionally clean power source – with some tweaks.
While high in the stratosphere ozone acts as the planet’s shield, at ground level ozone may wreak havoc on human health and future food security.
Scientists working on a new definition of the kilogram that will fundamentally overhaul the international measurement system are finding the problem harder than expected due to the difficulty of…
Researchers are developing textiles that could be used for large-scale seaweed farms off Europe’s coast.
If we want Europe to gain market share in developing technology for smart devices like phones and tablets, we must embrace public–private partnerships, according to Dr Andreas Wild, executive…
A plant root will grow towards the sound of running water, researchers have discovered, and it is inspiring the development of space robots that can hunt for water and even seek out life.
Researchers have made a glassful of jet fuel by combining carbon dioxide and water in a reactor powered by concentrated sunlight.
3D printing is poised to transform the world as we know it. Consumer goods will be personalised and produced on demand, while manufacturers will be able to use 3D printing to come up with radical new…
Dr Phil Reeves, managing director of Econolyst, a global 3D printing consultancy, believes research needs to be coordinated across the EU to push forward 3D printing and give us mass-personalised…
High-tech LED technology and sophisticated optical systems are being used to recreate natural sunlight.
French winemakers are looking at buying potential future vineyards in Scotland - it’s one example of how companies need to use climate services to help them adapt to climate change, according to Yvo…