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Water infrastructure tools help Europe’s cities go with the flow
Half of the world’s population lives in cities, and this figure is growing. Delivering water and sewage services in urban areas continues to be a significant challenge, especially in the face of climate change. Digital tools developed by the EU-funded DWC project are already being used to maintain Europe’s commitment to high-quality water infrastructure.
A tiny gland built from human cells can protect us from chemical dangers and reduce animal testing.
The thyroid gland produces many of the body’s essential hormones, but chemicals found in food, clothes and furniture can interfere with its function. Predicting the toxicity of these chemicals – especially at low doses – has proven difficult. The EU-funded SCREENED project created a model thyroid made of human cells to provide more accurate testing, as well as reduce reliance on animal studies.
Sustainable ICT solutions for our connected world
The continuous rise of mobile communications has transformed how we work, live and play. But the
Mirror image proteins could hold the key to new Parkinson’s treatments
The steady and debilitating progression of Parkinson’s is thought to be driven by the gradual
Transforming buildings into smart, sustainable spaces using dynamic energy certificates
The EU-funded D^2EPC project is revolutionising building energy performance assessment and
Mercury rising: the scientists tackling a growing environmental threat
Mercury pollution presents a significant risk to environment and human health, in particular its