As the UK prepares to increase energy capacity, plans for new generators and a clean-up of existing facilities promise a jobs bonanza for engineers. Julia Pierce reports.

Researchers have discovered a new class of ultra-thin polymer films with potential applications ranging from coating tiny microelectronic devices to plastic solar cells.

UK ambitions to be Europe’s first launch site for small satellites have moved forward with confirmation of ABL Space Systems’ vehicle for launches.

Liver cancers could be destroyed without the need for invasive surgery, thanks to technology being developed as part of a European project.

Many of Oxford’s most historic buildings could be preserved more effectively, thanks to research into how and why limestone building blocks decay.

The wording of the proposed Intellectual Property Bill should change to prevent unnecessary litigation and protect the rights of designers, experts warn.

The McMurtry Spéirling electric hypercar has used a specially designed rig to drive upside down with the aid of its 2,000 kg fan downforce.

University of Washington researchers have created an app that uses a smartphone camera and machine learning to identify concussion almost instantly.

A new lightweight bottle will enable Coca-Cola to reduce the amount of PET packaging it uses by over 700 tonnes per year.

A Belfast company has received funding to accelerate the development of technology that could one day start cars with a heartbeat.