R&D News
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Seven charts show why the IEA thinks coal investment has already peakedGlobal investment in coal-fired power plants is set to decline “dramatically” after passing an all-time high during the past several years, says the International Energy Agency (IEA). -
Genetics to boost sugarcane productionGenetics research aims for sugar cane that produces more sucrose naturally.
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Dealing with e-waste the nanotech wayPrinted circuit boards can be pulverised to nanoparticles to recover metals, polymers and oxides, says new study. -
Smart fabric creates renewable energyScientists have developed a revolutionary fabric that can harvest electrical energy from the wearer’s movements and the sun.
R&D Opinion
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Ten myths about solar power– The solar industry has exploded in the last decade, and is today an established and competitive renewable energy source. Despite this, solar energy has been surrounded by myths, rumours and false facts that has dimmed the sunny picture. Here are the ten most common solar energy myths – and the facts. -
Strengthening institutions for innovative capacity in India– India should build long-term innovative capacity beyond the dominant pharmaceutical industry if it wants to stay competitive, say Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy professor Asit Biswas and doctoral candidate Kris Hartley. -
Shining a LIGTT on breakthrough technology– More government and funding support for research and development of potentially revolutionary technologies could lead to big wins for sustainable development. Volans executive chairman John Elkington makes the case for an International Office of Technology Assessment.
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4 inspiring ideas to light the world– From seawater to gravity, startup firms are using basic science to create simple and sustainable innovations to light up rural and off-grid communities around the world.
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