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Colour-mixing light device could lead to optical computing

23 May 2013

Scientists have unveiled a new method for arranging metal nanoparticles in geometric patterns that can act as optical processors, a development that could help lead to optical computers.

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'Graphene ink' could enable folding electronics

22 May 2013

Researchers have developed a graphene-based ink that is highly conductive and tolerant to bending, a development that could lead to low-cost, foldable electronics.

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Oysters to power world's largest wave energy farm

22 May 2013

The world’s largest wave energy site is to be built off the Scottish coast after receiving government and regulatory consent.

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Scientists stipulate requirements for new nuclear

27 Mar 2013 | By Stuart Nathan

A new strategy for nuclear R&D could restore the UK to a leading position in developing technology for fisson and fusion

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Investment could reverse decline in UK oil and gas

7 Feb 2013 | By Stephen Harris

A new investment boom in Britain’s oil and gas industry could help reverse some of its recent dramatic decline, analysts say.

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Hitachi deal could put UK civil nuclear industry back on map

31 Oct 2012 | By Stephen Harris

The goal of re-establishing a substantial and exportable UK civil nuclear industry came a step closer yesterday as British companies were placed at the heart of a deal to build up to six new power stations.

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Digital Edition

The Engineer May Digital Edition

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Digital healthcare gives clinicians the ability to monitor patients in their homes, rather than in hospital. Will this create problems or opportunities?

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Forward-looking flying car specialist Terrafugia has unveiled a new autopilot-equipped STOVL concept which it says could be on sale in 8-12 years. But will the science-fiction staple of the flying car ever take off?

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