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Deep inside the brain

The brain controls our thinking, feelings and movements and a new exhibition in southern France aims to reveal some of its secrets…
20/05 16:11 CET
New air for museums

The precious relics on show in our museums provide us with a unique connection to the past which might otherwise be lost. But these remains…
13/05 12:38 CET
Do the locomotion

Could machines learn to walk? Legs have their advantages, especially on uneven terrain, but scientists have struggled for years to find a way…
06/05 16:52 CET
Manage your mussels

Mussel farming is one of Europe’s major shellfish industries, with total net production averaging around 500,000 tonnes per year, and…
29/04 16:52 CET
Down to earth energy

Right under our feet there is a source of clean and efficient energy. La Fabrica del Sol in Barcelona is living proof. An old Catalan building…
22/04 11:25 CET
Saving time, saving lives

The very first hours after a disaster are crucial to limiting damage and containing the number of potential victims. Often, several hours can…
15/04 11:27 CET
Burn fat, not energy

There are around 1.5 million sporting facilities in Europe helping people have fun, stay healthy, and have fun. But places like gyms…
08/04 11:33 CET
UV-LEDs lower cost of water purification

New technology for water purification has been developed based on UV-LED and photocatalysis. The water purification device is the work of a…
01/04 12:53 CET