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High-tech, low-cost: a shoebox-size CubeSat made in the UK, a global leader in this field. Image by Clyde Space

The UK’s Star Trek speeds into warp drive

15 May 2012

by Ray Cooling, London Press Service

”Resistance is futile” was the menacing refrain that emanated from the all-conquering Borg Cubes in the blockbuster science-fiction franchise Star Trek.

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Research success: an important discovery in diagnosing prostate cancer has been made by Professor Hardev Pandha (left) and Dr Richard Morgan. Image by University of Surrey

Breakthrough in prostate cancer detection

Scientists in the United Kingdom have made a major breakthrough in the early diagnosis of prostate cancer, allowing faster testing that could save lives and costs.

19 April 2011
 
Image Thomas Blake Cosmetic Creams: Layers of confidence: Veil Cover Cream is an effective camouflage cover of many types of skin blemish.

Whipping up more business for super skin cream

A SCIENCE-BASED company - an early pioneer of cosmetic camouflage creams for badly burned war-time air crew - is being helped by a UK university’s science-to-business hub to enter the European market.

05 April 2011
 
Image by Cambridge Consultants: Hands-on healthcare: this mobile “smart” device links patients and medical staff anytime, anywhere

Electronic "Minder" raises quality of patient care

A UK company has developed a pocket sized “smart” device that could reduce the need for patients to visit clinicians as frequently as they do at present.

01 April 2011