Roofing slates stand up to the weather
A study of the properties of roofing slates by an EU-funded project has resulted in an anti-weathering paint coating and a new system for classifying this natural roofing material.
Digital technology improves safety at sea
An EU-funded project is creating a global online communication platform as well as digital standards for weather reports, nautical charts and other aids to improve communications and safety at sea.
Vehicle particle pollution under the nano-microscope
An EU-funded project is developing a way of measuring polluting particles smaller than 23 nanometres - the smallest size covered by current legislation.
Green light for on-road testing of car exhaust particles
An EU-funded consortium is developing technology to measure ultrafine particles in vehicle exhaust under real driving conditions, supporting the implementation of future EU emissions standards.
Boosting battery power for electric vehicles
EU-funded researchers are developing a high-energy lithium-ion battery to power a range of electric vehicles. They aim to meet growing demand for greener transport and help Europe establish a competitive advantage in battery cell production.
Lab-on-a-chip technology for food safety
Food safety tests could soon be easier and faster: EU-funded researchers are developing lab-on-a-chip technology for the rapid detection of multiple pathogens in multiple samples. Work on a portable pre-industrial prototype is under way.
Training young researchers to create waves in imaging
From understanding earthquakes to medical imaging, wave-based imaging is already extremely valuable. If the imaging could be done at an even higher resolution, it would be even more valuable. An EU-funded project is training 15 young researchers in the techniques involved, and creating a truly multidisciplinary network in the process.
An efficient test for harmful chemicals in consumer products
Brominated organic chemicals, man-made chemical compounds added to many consumer products to make them less flammable, have raised numerous health and environmental concerns in recent years. An EU-funded project is evaluating a commercially ready tool to test for the presence of these harmful substances and prevent them from affecting ecosystems and human health.