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Arctic Therapeutics secures $21.5 million in funding round
Icelandic biotech firm Arctic Therapeutics has raised $21.5 million in an oversubscribed funding round led by a consortium of investment firms.
21 October 2026
WuXi Biologics awarded for sustainability and digital transformation
WuXi Biologics has received the Jade Award at The Asset Corporate Sustainability Leadership Awards 2026, recognizing the company's efforts in ESG and digital process integration.
21 October 2026Hengrui Pharma to present 64 research studies at ESMO 2026
Hengrui Pharma will report 64 research findings at the upcoming ESMO 2026 congress, with a focus on oncology and supportive care.
21 October 2026
Global Food Emulsifier Market Projected to Reach $5.07 Billion by 2035
A new market intelligence report from Credence Research forecasts that the global food emulsifier sector will grow to $5.07 billion by 2035, up from $3.27 billion in 2025.
20 October 2026
US aerospace sector faces gap in medium-lift rocket development
Thirteen years after the introduction of the Antares rocket, the United States faces a shifting landscape in medium-lift launch vehicle technology.
20 October 2026
Climate advocacy group installs melting statue of Florida Governor
A melting statue titled "Denial" was unveiled in Tallahassee to protest Governor Ron DeSantis's record on climate change policy.
20 October 2026
Study links public pre-K enrollment to improved third-grade performance
Research from Miami-Dade County suggests that children who attend public pre-K demonstrate stronger reading and math skills by third grade than those in private childcare.
20 October 2026
Japan initiates Martian moon sample return mission
JAXA has launched the $578 million Martian Moons eXploration (MMX) mission, which aims to land on the moon Phobos and return geological samples to Earth.
20 October 2026
Psychologist details flaws in common lie detection methods
Research suggests that cues like eye contact and facial expressions are poor indicators of deception, with cognitive effort serving as a more reliable metric.
19 October 2026
Lithium-ion battery manufacturing emissions projected to rise tenfold by 2050
University of Melbourne researchers warn that as reliance on battery technology grows, manufacturing emissions could surge significantly without intervention.
19 October 2026
Endurance Energy conducts subsea geothermal power test at Axial Seamount
Seattle-based Endurance Energy has completed a three-week trial of a prototype geothermal plant positioned near an active underwater volcano.
19 October 2026The Harley School Ranked #1 in Monroe County and Rochester by Niche
The Harley School has been named the #1 Best Private High School and Best Private K-12 School in both Monroe County and the Rochester area on Niche.com's 2027 Best Schools List.
19 October 2026
Poreva Open Launches Protein Design Challenges
Poreva Open has launched five protein design challenges utilizing open data and wet lab validation. Registration opened on October 19.
19 October 2026
JUBILEE Biomedical Wins French Cosmetic Innovation Award
Taiwan-based JUBILEE Biomedical received an award at France's COSMETIC 360 innovation event for its cold plasma skincare device.
19 October 2026
Amazon Funds New Nuclear Power Plant in Indiana
Amazon has agreed with X-energy and American Electric Power (AEP) to fund the construction of a new nuclear energy facility in Indiana. The project aims to provide carbon-free power for the grid and its data centers.
19 October 2026
Startup Tests Underwater Volcano as Power Plant
Endurance Energy tested an underwater geothermal power system at 5,000 feet depth in the Pacific Ocean. The experiment briefly produced electricity before a cable failure halted operations.
19 October 2026
Chinese Rocket Debris Found in Minnesota Farmer's Cornfield
Debris from a Chinese Zhuque-2E rocket, launched September 15, fell over the American Midwest, with remnants discovered on a farmer's cornfield in Minnesota.
19 October 2026
Minesto selected for 20.2 M EUR Innovation Fund grant
Ocean energy developer Minesto has been selected to receive EUR 20.2 million from the European Commission's Innovation Fund. The funding is intended for the proposed 10 MW Euro Dragon Farm tidal kite array project in Ireland.
19 October 2026
Vector Science and Therapeutics Appoints Angus Jackson as Corporate Development Head
Vector Science and Therapeutics Corp. has appointed Angus Jackson as its new Managing Director of Corporate Development. He will lead growth initiatives and strategic partnerships.
19 October 2026
Green Water Treatment Chemicals Market to Reach $2.61 Billion by 2031
The green water treatment chemicals market is projected to grow from $1.82 billion in 2026 to $2.61 billion by 2031, at a CAGR of 7.5%.
19 October 2026
Meteomatics drone improves weather forecasts with high-altitude data collection
Swiss weather technology company Meteomatics has developed a multicopter drone named Strato. It can collect accurate atmospheric data from higher altitudes than weather balloons, repeatedly and on demand.
19 October 2026
VTT: Finland explores crystalline bedrock for large-scale underground hydrogen storage
VTT and GTK have studied Finland's bedrock suitability for large-scale underground hydrogen storage. The research is part of Europe's growing renewable hydrogen production efforts.
19 October 2026Study: Finland explores underground hydrogen storage in crystalline bedrock
A new Finnish study suggests that large-scale underground hydrogen storage can be developed in crystalline bedrock. This finding offers an alternative for regions lacking salt caverns.
19 October 2026
Documentary 'Liangzhu and the Origins of World Civilization' Premieres Globally
A China-Russia co-produced documentary, 'Liangzhu and the Origins of World Civilization,' premiered globally in Liangzhu, China. The film marks China's 5,000-year history.
19 October 2026
Proya Cosmetics Opens New Europe Innovation Center Laboratory in France
Cosmetics company Proya Cosmetics has inaugurated its new Europe Innovation Center Laboratory in Suresnes, France. This expansion enhances the company's research and development capabilities in Europe.
19 October 2026
Coco Peat Gains Traction in the Food Industry
Coco peat, a natural material derived from coconut husks, is increasingly recognized as a sustainable ingredient in the food industry. Its applications are expanding in agriculture and new food product development.
18 October 2026
Studded winter tires cause more harm than good, study finds
Research from Chalmers University of Technology suggests that studded winter tires lead to more deaths and health impacts than they prevent over their entire lifecycle.
18 October 2026
Chalmers University of Technology invests SEK 100 million in research
Chalmers University of Technology is launching a 10-year, SEK 100 million investment initiative to strengthen research. The goal is to increase internal basic funding and enhance researcher freedom.
18 October 2026
Parts of Chalmers' MC2 and Physics buildings to be temporarily closed
Chalmers University of Technology will temporarily close sections of its MC2 and Physics buildings, along with adjacent outdoor areas, on Tuesday, October 21. Parking facilities in the affected zone will be unavailable all day.
18 October 2026
Professor Challenged Norms for Gender Equality in Road Safety
Astrid Linder's research led to the development of the world's first crash test dummy representing an average woman, improving road safety for all.
18 October 2026
Israeli Air Force Major Charged for Using Classified Information on Prediction Markets
An Israeli Air Force reservist major faces serious security charges for allegedly using confidential military strike details to win over $160,000 on prediction markets. The case reveals a potential wider issue within the military.
18 October 2026
Antheia Secures $80 Million Conditional Loan Commitment from Defense Department Office
Biosynthesis company Antheia announced a conditional commitment for up to $80 million in direct, long-term loans from the U.S. Department of War's Office of Strategic Capital. The funding aims to bolster domestic manufacturing of critical pharmaceutical ingredients.
18 October 2026
Aztec Minerals Expands Mining Operations to Canada's Yukon
Aztec Minerals announced Wednesday it is expanding its mining operations into a new area in Canada's Yukon territory. The company aims to increase its mineral reserves and tap into the region's potential.
18 October 2026
Shanghai Superconductor to Launch World's First Large-Scale High-Temperature Superconducting Tape Production Line
Shanghai Superconductor's new facility in Shanghai, set to be the world's first large-scale industrial production line for high-temperature superconducting tape, is scheduled to begin production in Q1 2027.
18 October 2026
DBU to Award German Environmental Prize 2026 in Aachen
Deutsche Bundesstiftung Umwelt (DBU) will present the German Environmental Prize 2026 in Aachen on Sunday, October 25. The award recognizes contributions to climate justice and innovative solutions for water resource preservation.
18 October 2026
DBU releases recording on digitalization in energy supply
The German Federal Environmental Foundation (DBU) has released an online recording of its event discussing the role of digitalization in managing the complexities of an energy system increasingly reliant on renewable sources.
18 October 2026
Mars RF to Exhibit at ADEX 2026 and Unveils New Products
Mars RF, a manufacturer of radio frequency components, has announced its participation in several international industry exhibitions in 2026. The company is also launching new products, including HF band power amplifiers and an anti-drone system.
18 October 2026Aztec Minerals Reports Strategic Updates and First Quarter Financial Results
Aztec Minerals has released its strategic updates and first quarter financial results, outlining the company's progress and future direction.
18 October 2026Aztec Minerals Reports Uranium Exploration Discoveries
Aztec Minerals has announced new potential discoveries in its uranium exploration efforts. The company is focused on expanding its prospecting areas across North America.
18 October 2026
Chinese Academy of Sciences develops smart lithium batteries with fault prediction
Researchers at the Chinese Academy of Sciences have developed a novel composite solid electrolyte for lithium batteries. This material can detect and warn about the growth of lithium dendrites, a common cause of battery failure.
18 October 2026Senckenberg Researches Diversity in Amphibians and Reptiles
The Senckenberg Centre for Human Evolution and Palaeoenvironment investigates the origin, maintenance, and consequences of amphibian and reptile diversity at various levels.
18 October 2026
Richard Socher's New Book Argues AI's Biggest Breakthrough is Scientific Discovery
AI researcher Richard Socher believes the most significant impact of artificial intelligence will be automating scientific discovery, not chatbots. His new book, 'The Eureka Machine,' outlines this vision.
18 October 2026Agilent Flow Cytometer Receives Drug Discovery Product Award
Agilent Technologies' NovoCyte Opteon spectral flow cytometer has been named 'Best New Drug Discovery & Development Product of 2024' by SelectScience in its Scientist's Choice Awards.
18 October 2026Webb Telescope Reveals 'Jewel-like' Structures in Exoplanet WASP-17b's Atmosphere
Astronomers using data from the James Webb Space Telescope have mapped the atmosphere of exoplanet WASP-17b, revealing ring-like and elevated structures approximately 1300 light-years away.
18 October 2026
AAX Biotech and evitria AG to Host Webinar on Antibody Stability
AAX Biotech and evitria AG will present new data on the benefits of Opti-mAb® technology in multispecific antibody development during a joint webinar.
18 October 2026
Artist Creates Rainbow in Dresden's Zwinger Palace
Artist Ólafur Elíasson has created a light installation for Dresden's Mathematisch-Physikalischer Salon, part of the Staatliche Kunstsammlungen Dresden. The two-meter circular rainbow illuminates the museum's darkest space.
18 October 2026
Laser Components UK and G&H Establish Distribution Partnership for UK Market
Optical component supplier Laser Components UK has entered into a distribution agreement with G&H. The partnership expands Laser Components' product portfolio and enhances customer support in the United Kingdom.
18 October 2026
Carbios' PET plastic enzymatic recycling technology published in Nature
Carbios and Toulouse Biotechnology Institute scientists have developed an enzyme capable of breaking down PET plastic waste and recycling it into new bottles. The technology was published in the scientific journal Nature.
18 October 2026KBR aids NASA's PACE satellite in Earth observations
KBR is contributing to NASA's Plankton, Aerosol, Cloud, ocean Ecosystem (PACE) satellite mission, gathering new data on Earth's atmosphere and ocean health.
18 October 2026Blue Origin Aims for Multiple Weekly Launches by 2030
Space technology company Blue Origin announced plans to upgrade its Florida launch infrastructure, aiming for multiple weekly launches of its New Glenn rocket by 2030.
18 October 2026Fraunhofer develops digital identification system for historical coins
Researchers at the Fraunhofer Institute have developed a new system for identifying historical and archaeological coins. In collaboration with the Saxony-Anhalt State Office for Heritage Management and Archaeology, the technology creates unique digital "fingerprints" for coins.
18 October 2026
Tech in Asia maps India's cleantech key players
Tech in Asia has published a comprehensive mapping of key players and investment trends within India's cleantech sector. The report highlights the industry's central companies and most active backers.
18 October 2026
SpaceX Delivers Lab-Grown Brain Cells and Heart Tissue to Space Station
A SpaceX cargo mission delivered over 6,300 pounds of supplies and specialized research materials, including artificial retinas and brain cell clusters, to the International Space Station.
17 October 2026
Astronaut Jean-Loup Chrétien Publishes Autobiography
As the first Frenchman in space in 1982 and the first to perform a spacewalk, Jean-Loup Chrétien has written his autobiography, "Journeys Among the Stars."
17 October 2026
Evident expands digital pathology scanner for small and medium-sized labs
Evident has introduced the Pramana™ POD whole slide imaging scanner, a new benchtop device designed to make digital pathology more accessible for smaller laboratories. It enables autonomous imaging with minimal user intervention.
17 October 2026
Chalmers develops lightweight materials from wood using microorganisms
Researchers at Chalmers University of Technology are developing new lightweight materials from wood-based components and genetically engineered microorganisms. The project aims to reduce reliance on fossil fuels and create more environmentally friendly products.
17 October 2026
Automated Research Accelerates Yeast Biology Discoveries
Researchers at Chalmers University of Technology are using automation and AI to speed up scientific discoveries in yeast biology. The goal is to better understand cellular functions and complex biological processes.
17 October 2026
Agriculture Can Stabilize Electricity Grids
A research project is investigating how smart energy management on farms can support the electricity grid and prevent outages. The initiative is supported by DBU.
17 October 2026
DBU names press contacts
Deutsche Bundesstiftung Umwelt (DBU) has appointed new press contacts to manage its media relations. The appointments are effective immediately.
17 October 2026
Environmental Group Warns of Weakening Bavarian Climate Law
Deutsche Umwelthilfe e.V. (DUH) is protesting a proposal to abolish Bavaria's independent climate targets. The organization warns the state is significantly weakening its climate protection efforts.
17 October 2026