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Wave-predicting robots could cut green energy costs

Underwater robots that can predict waves in real-time could reduce the cost of producing offshore renewable energy, a study suggests.
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New flexible sensor can improve compression therapy

Scottish scientists have developed a low-cost, flexible device that can help prevent blood clots for patients after an operation.
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Professor Mike Davies awarded IET Achievement Medal in Signal Processing

Professor Mike Davies has been awarded an IET Achievement Medal in Signal Processing. This accolade recognises his contributions to the fields of signal processing, applied mathematics, and machine learning.
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New hub to boost lung infection treatments

A partnership to help tackle the growing challenges of infections and inflammation has been allocated a £27.6 million funding boost.
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Centre to accelerate net-zero buildings for cities

An initiative that aims to significantly reduce carbon emissions from densely packed buildings in UK cities and towns has won a £4.5 million funding boost from UK Research and Innovation (UKRI).
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