Europe needs to spend much more on research and innovation and put them at the centre of its economy if it wants to boost competitiveness, the chair of an expert group evaluating the EU’s flagship research funding programme said in an interview with Horizon Magazine. Professor Manuel Heitor, the former Portuguese minister of
vectorfusionart/Shutterstock Renaud Foucart, Lancaster University The US Department of Justice may be on the verge of seeking a break-up of Google in a bid to make it less dominant. If the government goes ahead and is successful in the courts, it could mean the company being split into separate entities – a search
Introduction to the Pivotal Role of R&D in Technological Advancement In the swiftly shifting realm of technology, Research and Development (R&D) stands as the bedrock of innovation, propelling business prosperity and evolution. As sectors converge with the likes of artificial intelligence and quantum computing, the necessity for enterprises to channel investments into pioneering
La scienza ha da tempo dimostrato che il contatto con la natura ha profondi effetti benefici sulla psiche umana. Studi dimostrano che l’esposizione alla natura riduce significativamente i livelli di cortisolo, l’ormone dello stress, migliora l’umore e stimola la creatività. Questo impatto positivo non è limitato agli individui, ma può essere esteso all’intero
Sambit Bhattacharyya, University of Sussex Pan Gongsheng, the governor of China’s central bank, announced a raft of measures on September 24 aimed at boosting the country’s flagging economy. The move, which came a week before the 75th anniversary of communist party rule, was made in response to concerns that China could miss its
Prelude In the rapidly shifting realm of technology, Research and Development (R&D) isn’t just a cog in the wheel—it is the linchpin of creativity, evolution, and pioneering progress. As enterprises endeavor to carve out a niche in this hyper-competitive environment, R&D investments have transitioned from a mere strategic choice to an indispensable driver
Nel mondo aziendale odierno, caratterizzato da sfide complesse e un ritmo di cambiamento sempre più rapido, la leadership tradizionale non è più sufficiente. Per costruire team coesi e resilienti, capaci di affrontare e superare le sfide moderne, è necessario un nuovo approccio: quello del Driver empatico. Un leader che non si limita a
In the ever-morphing tapestry of technology, Research and Development (R&D) emerges as the bedrock of ingenuity. As industries grapple to outpace the relentless march of innovation, R&D’s influence on sculpting the forthcoming wave of technological currents is paramount. This exhaustive discourse delves into the mechanics of how R&D kindles innovation, accelerates burgeoning technologies,
Linda Calabrese, ODI China’s relationship with Africa is set to deepen. At a summit in Beijing in early September, China’s president, Xi Jinping, pledged to deliver US$51 billion (£39 billion) in loans, investment and aid to the continent over the next three years, as well as upgrading diplomatic ties. Beijing’s close engagement with
The retail sector is in the throes of a fundamental metamorphosis, driven by swift technological strides, shifting consumer inclinations, and overarching global economic dynamics. In the midst of this upheaval, economic forecasting has emerged as an essential instrument, guiding retailers through the complex currents of market transformation. This piece unpacks the future of