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Government sets up offshore renewable energy centre
The UK could gain a 12 per cent share of the global offshore wind market following the establishment of a centre designed to commercialise green technologies.
Scientists develop cancer test using linear particle accelerator
The ALICE linear particle accelerator at Daresbury is being used to develop a definitive test for oesophageal cancer.
A380 inspections will check for cracks in wing components
All Airbus A380 aircraft are to be inspected following the discovery of cracks in wing components.
Nanoparticle-infused oil could improve transformer cooling
A new nanoparticle-infused oil could increase the heat-shedding efficiency of transformers and microelectronic components by 80 per cent.
From The Engineer Magazine
University challenge
The head of the UK’s first new engineering school in decades is pushing industry engagement to a new level. Andrew Czyzewski reports
Forth Amendment
A unique cable-stayed bridge looks set to enhance Scotland’s structural landscape while maintaining vital transport links.
Under the bonnet of MIRA's network-assisted vehicle
A semi-automated test vehicle is helping engineers fast-track intelligent transport systems.
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FROM: The underwhelming reality of the UK apprenticeship program
Editor's Comment
The underwhelming reality of the UK apprenticeship program
If apprenticeships really are to deliver the growth that they could it’s time to start taking them a bit more seriously
Interview
London Underground's top engineer David Waboso
With the Olympics rapidly approaching, David Waboso is making sure London Underground is ready to roll.
Blog
Science, engineering and sport: what do we think?
Steve Haake looks back at his first Olympic-themed science lecture of 2012, where the audience was asked their opinions on the morality of technology-based training — and how it compares with illegal performance aids such as doping.
Viewpoint
Complementary angle
A nationwide hydrogen infrastructure to support low-carbon vehicles requires the involvement of niche markets
