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Space mission to keep an eye on unprecedented sea-level rise

Space mission to keep an eye on unprecedented sea-level rise

A new satellite, featuring a UK propulsion system, has been launched from California to monitor global sea levels from space.

Network Rail rolls out UK's first low-carbon track renewal

Network Rail rolls out UK's first low-carbon track renewal

Using green steel and low-carbon concrete, Network Rail has replaced over a mile of rail track in south London for the first time.

Wearable tech lets users control robots while running or riding in a car

Wearable tech lets users control robots while running or riding in a car

A new wearable system uses everyday gestures to control robotic devices and machinery while the user is on the move.

Police and Crime Commissioners abolished as AI used to cut crime

Police and Crime Commissioners abolished as AI used to cut crime

In a bid to reform policing in the UK, the Government will divert £100m to artificial intelligence and cyber skills.

Low-cost weather sensors fill in city climate data gaps

Low-cost weather sensors fill in city climate data gaps

A new UCL study is harnessing affordable, commercial weather sensors to monitor urban temperatures.

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