Decarbonizing Energy
New technique paves the way for mass production of solar cells
Researchers have developed a simple technique for producing perovskite photovoltaic materials on an industrial scale for the mass-production of solar cells.
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4th Industrial Revolution
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Quantum Computing
Physicists discover a new 'qubit'
The new qubits, discovered by MIT physicists, stay in 'superposition' for up to 10 seconds and could make a promising foundation for quantum computers.
Global Health
The secret of the 'super-agers': why some people remain sharp in their later years
Why do some people's mind stay sharp as they get older? A professor of neurology explains the 'super-ager' - those who avoid cognitive decline as they age.
Cybersecurity
3 ways artificial intelligence could boost your cybersecurity
Cybersecurity could be the greatest risk to company growth in the next three years. Artificial intelligence helps mitigate threats and keep data secure.
Climate Change
What’s the price of a green economy? An extra $3.5 trillion a year
The price of shifting to a green economy will be $3.5 trillion a year, according to a new study that breaks down the cost of a green global economy.
Future of the Environment
Snow in ancient Greece and the net-zero budget: Everything to know about the environment this week
Top stories: tropical storm Ana kills more than 80 in Africa; drivers stuck in snow in Athens; US climate change envoy John Kerry warns 'we're in trouble'.
Mental Health
Life’s stages are changing – we need new terms to describe how adults develop
Adult development has seen a huge change over the past several decades. Are "young adulthood", "midlife" and "late adulthood" still applicable to today?
Gender Inequality
How are gender stereotypes affecting perceptions of STEM careers?
Research shows that people are more likely to describe a field as a 'soft science' when they believe it to have a higher proportion of women within it.
Global Health
The world could be short of 13 million nurses in 2030 - here's why
The effects of the pandemic have exacerbated years of systematic underfunding in healthcare, causing millions of nurses to quit or intend to quit.
COVID-19
COVID-19: What you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic on 28 January
COVID-19 top news stories: Russia breaks infection record for eighth day running; EU regulator gives green light to Pfizer's COVID-19 pill.
The Ocean
Aquaculture: why the world needs a new wave of food production
With demand for food production growing on land-based agriculture under increasing pressure from climate change, our ocean and seas could provide a fertile alternative.
Artificial Intelligence
Our children are growing up with AI. Here's what you need to know
Younger generations are growing up interacting with artificial intelligence (AI) algorithms, yet little attention is paid to the impact of AI on children.
Future of Food
How pivotal are seed banks in protecting the future of food?
Crop diversity is a pressing issue for our changing planet; traditional maize and other industrial monocrops are at risk of destruction from climate change.
Energy
Which country is currently producing the most nuclear power?
Nuclear power plants around the world account for around 10% of the world's electricity, and 15 countries make up more than 91% of global nuclear power.
Leadership
Five rules for effective leadership in difficult times
COVID-19 has forced employees and employers alike to rapidly evolve their businesses and leadership styles. Having a vision and planning ahead are both important.
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