New research by material scientists in Ireland is hoped to increase the life of artificial joint implants.

As oil and gas prices soar, the UK launches a major initiative to address energy challenges of next 50 years.

GPs are testing a new digital stethoscope that analyses the various sounds from the heart to create a digital output.

Defence giant Qinetiq North America is to acquire Arlington, Virginia-based Cyveillance, a provider of online monitoring technology.

Mitsui has reached a basic agreement with Siemens Transportation Systems to acquire its locomotive leasing company Siemens Dispolok.

Cleveland-based chemical synthesis specialist Cambridge Research Biochemicals is embarking on a £100,000 project to expand its production facilities.

Royal Philips Electronics today announced that it has signed an agreement to acquire Intermagnetics General Corporation for approximately $1.3 billion.

Microsoft has chosen Eleksen to design and manufacture the peripherals for their new ultra-mobile PCs, code-named 'Origami'.

A new automated vocal-analysis system could help screen for autism, according to researchers at the University of Memphis.

A system that uses artificial intelligence to improve flight safety has been awarded a prize from the Technology Strategy Board.