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Government will provide £3m for CO2 emissions projects
Grant funding of nearly £3m is being made available to four projects that will develop and demonstrate technologies to tackle CO2 emissions from power plants.
New solar cell could capture more of the sun's energy
Cambridge University scientists have developed a new type of solar cell that could capture significantly more of the sun’s energy than current silicon-based cells.
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.
From The Engineer Magazine
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.
Advanced bonding techniques for the automotive industry
A catalysis technique created by a team from Glasgow University could greatly extend the applications of silicon carbide.
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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
Lincoln University engineering chief Dr Jill Stewart
The head of the UK’s first new engineering school in decades is pushing industry engagement to a new level.
Blog
And now for the good news about UK apprenticeships
The news that Rolls Royce is planning to increase the number of apprentices it hires shows that the engineering sector still values traditional apprenticeships.
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Complementary angle
A nationwide hydrogen infrastructure to support low-carbon vehicles requires the involvement of niche markets
