Title: How They Broke Britain Author: James O’Brien In “How They Broke Britain”, James O’Brien, a name synonymous with cutting critique and incisive commentary, turns his formidable analytical skills to the malaise gripping modern Britain. This isn’t just another dry socio-political diatribe; it’s a fiery narrative that seeks to unravel the intricate web
In an era defined by climatic vicissitudes and the consequential societal demands for sustainability, the onus has decidedly shifted towards engineering solutions that promise not merely amelioration but transformation. Amidst rising global temperatures and increasingly erratic weather patterns, engineers worldwide are pivoting towards strategies that integrate sustainability with technological innovation, thus redefining the
ph. Ground Picture/Shutterstock Neil Saunders, City, University of London There’s a strange trend in mathematics education in England. Maths is the most popular subject at A-level since overtaking English in 2014. It’s taken by around 85,000 and 90,000 students a year. But many universities – particularly lower-tariff institutions, which accept students with lower
ph. MisFluffy/Shutterstock Seán Jordan, Dublin City University and Louise Gillet de Chalonge, Dublin City University There is still so much we don’t understand about the origin of life on Earth. The definition of life itself is a source of debate among scientists, but most researchers agree on the fundamental ingredients of a living
Nell’era dell’innovazione accelerata e della rapidità dei cambiamenti, ci troviamo di fronte a sfide sempre più complesse e interconnesse. L’approccio tradizionale all’innovazione si è concentrato principalmente sullo sviluppo di nuove tecnologie e prodotti, trascurando spesso il lato umano delle questioni. Tuttavia, negli ultimi anni, sta emergendo un nuovo paradigma: l’innovazione empatica. . Read
From risottos to sauces, mushrooms have long been a staple in the kitchen. Now fungi are showing the potential to serve up more than just flavour – as a sustainable, bendy material for the fashion industry. Researchers are using the web-like structure of the mushroom’s root system – the mycelium – as an
Asgar Ali, University of Nottingham The conflict in Sudan has turned attention to a rarely discussed commodity: gum arabic. This product, the dried sap of certain species of acacia trees, is used mainly as an additive in the soft drinks industry. Sudan accounts for about 70% of global gum arabic exports. Asgar Ali,
by Policy Options. Originally published on Policy OptionsApril 24, 2024 The Trudeau government’s latest budget contained a number of splashy items, ranging from housing policy to national defence. In the midst of a national housing crisis and with mounting geopolitical threats, it’s no surprise that these policy areas are getting attention. Another issue
In the ever-evolving realm of contemporary education, Artificial Intelligence (AI) surfaces as a formidable catalyst, redefining the modalities through which educational content is tailored and distributed to accommodate the distinct requisites of each scholar. This shift towards AI-orchestrated personalised learning trajectories heralds a radical transformation in educational experiences, enhancing engagement, accessibility, and efficacy
More zoom, less doom? Andrii Yalanskyi Michaela Hruskova, University of Stirling and Katharina Scheidgen, Georg-August-Universität Göttingen Tech startups will be enthused by the news that Silicon Valley venture capital (VC) veteran General Catalyst is on the verge of raising US$6 billion (£4.8 billion) for backing new companies. It comes hot on the heels