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Novel wireless device tracks Parkinson’s progression in patients

Novel wireless device tracks Parkinson’s progression in patients

Parkinson’s disease is the fastest-growing neurological disease, now affecting more than 10 million people worldwide, yet clinicians still face huge challenges in tracking its severity. Now, an in-home device has been developed that can assess the condition’s progression between visits to the doctor’s office.

How will reaching net zero impact the future of war?

How will reaching net zero impact the future of war?

A new project will assess the consequences of reducing carbon emissions will have on the UK’s armed forces.

Rooftop solar cells can save households over 16,000 gallons of water

Rooftop solar cells can save households over 16,000 gallons of water

Research has found that solar cells can not reduce carbon emissions, but they can also save a significant amount of water.

Fleet of bee-inspired drones can 3D print structures mid-flight

Fleet of bee-inspired drones can 3D print structures mid-flight

Drawing inspiration from bees, researchers have developed 3D printers that can build and repair structures whilst flying.

Smart, solar-powered microrobots can walk autonomously

Smart, solar-powered microrobots can walk autonomously

A group of researchers has successfully installed electronic 100-250mm “brains” on solar-powered robots.

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