The latest issue of The Innovation Platform is now live! Issue 23 delves into some of the most pressing topics in science and technology today, offering readers an in-depth look at key developments and featuring insights from prominent figures.
Here’s a taste of what to expect inside:
🚀 Space & Astrophysics 🚀
This section explores Europe’s space ambitions, particularly in the context of the European Space Agency - ESA's new Strategy 2040. The publication features a discussion with its creator, Heriberto Saldivar Massimi, PhD, who shares how the ambitious 15-year plan aims to strengthen Europe's position in the global space domain. Readers will also find a focus on physics, including a feature on the ALICE experiment and interviews with scientists from CERN.
🏥 Health & Technology
The health section addresses the global threat of antimicrobial resistance (AMR). Henry Skinner, CEO of the AMR Action Fund, explains how his organisation is working to change how society values antibiotics.
The technology section examines the future of artificial intelligence (AI). Readers will hear from Sophia Ignatidou, Group Manager for AI Policy at the Information Commissioner's Office, on the ICO's role in regulating the UK's AI sector.
🌍 Energy & Environment
This issue is bursting with features on clean energy. Fusion for Energy provides key takeaways from its recent roundtable, discussing Europe's place in the global fusion sector.
The World Nuclear Association offers an overview of the 2025 nuclear outlook, and the OECD Nuclear Energy Agency talks about the growing interest in small modular reactors.
Other clean energy options, such as hydrogen and ocean energy, are also covered with contributions from Hydrogen Europe and Ocean Energy Europe.
In the environment section, there is an extensive spotlight on the challenges of PFAS chemicals, exploring detection, removal methods, and public health impacts.
🚘 Automotive & International Collaborations 🔋
The publication features a dedicated section on battery research covering energy storage, electric vehicles, and battery recycling. EASE - The European Association for Storage of Energy discusses how energy storage is reshaping Europe's energy system.
Dr Hadi Moztarzadeh, Head of Technology Trends at the Advanced Propulsion Centre UK, shares key insights for the automotive industry from the JSAE congress in Japan.
Finally, the issue concludes with a look at the blooming relationship between Canada and the EU, as their partnership in the Horizon Europe programme progresses.
Representatives from ISED and the Horizon Academy reflect on their experiences from a recent roadshow in Canada promoting the benefits of this collaboration.
Ready to dive into the future of innovation? Click the link below to read and download Issue 23 of The Innovation Platform for free:
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