Liverpool University researchers have developed a prototype dental product to identify plaque build-up in the mouth before it is visible to the human eye.
Researchers at the University of Michigan have found a way to bypass a step that adds cost to converting carbon dioxide emissions into products including biofuels and pharmaceuticals.
Abengoa Solar is to develop a new solar-power tower technology thanks in part to a grant from the US Department of Energy (DOE).
Gem cutting has always been the preserve of craftsmen, but two research teams hope to automate the process to minimise lost material and extract the maximum value.
Imperial College spinout SolarStructure has been awarded £30,000 by NESTA to develop a solar power device designed to be mounted in double-glazing.
Green Ocean Energy has developed a wave power machine that attaches to an offshore wind turbine to provide combined wind and wave power.
Technology similar to that used in inkjet printers may be used to produce paper-based biosensors that can detect certain harmful toxins that can cause food poisoning.
Ammonia could be used to store renewable energy, and as a source of hydrogen for fuel cell-powered vehicles, thanks to a demonstrator developed by Siemens.
Noble Denton Malaysia has been awarded a license to provide a range of consulting and risk assessment services to Petronas, Malaysia’s national petroleum company
According to a survey by Deloitte, 68 per cent of manufacturers are likely to establish or significantly expand their operations in China in the next five years.
