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How does the space programme affect Earth’s atmosphere? We spoke to Dr Robin Wing from the Leibniz Institute of Atmospheric Physics about tracking the impact of satellite debris... infotec.news/2026/07/22/i... #space #satellites #SpaceX #lithium

infotec.newsInterview: Metals in the SkyHow does the space programme affect Earth’s atmosphere? Earlier this year, scientists presented the first evidence of potential harm… In the hit film Gravity (2013), astronauts played by Sandra Bulloc...

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Environment Journal
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Our latest long form looks at @hertscc.bsky.social's transformation of basic public transport infrastructure into an accessible, biodiversity-rich community asset. environmentjournal.online/editors-pick...

environmentjournal.onlineGreening the routes: Transforming transport stops into living ecosystemsA standout at this year’s ADEPT local government awards, Hertfordshire County Council has turned a bus shelter into an accessible community asset with significant biodiversity benefits.  One of the gr...

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Building solar parks on previously drained, rewetted peatlands can support a wider range of bird species than continuing intensive grassland farming, new research suggests. #energy #renewables #solar environmentjournal.online/headlines/so...

environmentjournal.onlineSolar parks on rewetted peatlands can boost bird diversityBuilding solar parks on previously drained, rewetted peatlands can support a wider range of bird species than continuing intensive grassland farming, new research suggests. The study, published in Eco...

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The war on cow burps. For @air-quality-news.bsky.social, I interviewed Paul Behrens, British Academy Global Professor at the Oxford Martin School, University of Oxford about tackling the methane output of agriculture: infotec.news/2026/05/08/i...

infotec.newsInterview: The war on cow burpsHeadline-grabbing schemes aim to reduce levels of methane produced by agriculture — but are they missing the point? For the new issue of Air Quality News magazine, Simon Guerrier spoke to Paul Behren...

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Openreach has announced major plans to make van fleet more sustainable #emissions #transport #technology environmentjournal.online/transport/op...

environmentjournal.onlineOpenreach announces major plans to make van fleet more sustainableThe UK’s largest broadband operator is partnering with Google Cloud to deliver massive CO2e savings across its 24,000 vehicles.  By deploying the US tech giant’s advanced AI, data science technologies...
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Will AI shatter the glass ceiling? Opinion piece by Gita Singham-Willis, Strategic Engagement Director at the consultancy Transform: infotec.news/2026/03/06/o... #iwd #ArtificialIntelligence #disparity

infotec.newsOpinion: will AI shatter the glass ceiling?by Gita Singham-Willis, Strategic Engagement Director at the consultancy Transform.    Back in 2017, when we were still Cadence Innova (now proudly part of Transform UK), we designed and developed the...

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Are dynamic digital product passports a food waste fix? This technology can asses the condition of produce at every step of the journey from farm to store, potentially preventing spillage, loss and avoidable waste in the supply chain. #food #waste environmentjournal.online/waste-recycl...

environmentjournal.onlineDynamic digital product passports pegged as food waste solutionThe EU introduced mandatory legislation in 2027, but there are limitations to the proposed system. According to a team at the University of Surrey, the system about to be brought into place across the...

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Air Quality News
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Exposure to air pollution during pregnancy is associated with poorer cognitive development in infants, according to new research. The study is the first to use eye-tracking technology to objectively measure how prenatal pollution affects early brain function. airqualitynews.com/headlines/pr...

airqualitynews.comPrenatal air pollution exposure linked to poorer memory in babiesExposure to air pollution during pregnancy is associated with poorer cognitive development in infants as early as six months old, according to new research from Spain. The study is the first to use e...
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Opinion: the cybersecurity predictions governments must prepare for in 2026, by Matt Rider is Global VP of Customer Technical Support at Exabeam infotec.news/2026/01/28/o... #CyberSecurity #Resilience #Data

infotec.newsOpinion: the cybersecurity predictions governments must prepare for in 2026Matt Rider is Global VP of Customer Technical Support at Exabeam, leading strategy for threat detection, investigation, and response.  He is a veteran IT executive, keynote speaker and author with ove...

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Chris Lintott
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We’re getting so many journal submissions from people who think ‘it kinda works’ is the standard to aim for.

Carl T. Bergstrom@carlbergstrom.com

1. The thing about science that these jokers don't understand is that science cannot be vibe-coded. Whatever its flaws, the point with vibe coding is that you're trying to quickly make something that sorta works, where you can immediately sorta see if it sorta works and then sorta use it.

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Social Care Today
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The Angiolini inquiry revealed 26% of police forces are yet to implement specialist policies on investigating sexual offences. We asked which police forces, and when they will address this. 👉READ MORE: socialcare.today/2025/12/09/a... #news #police #womensrights #abuse #mentalhealth #health #care

socialcare.todayAngiolini inquiry: police response to our questionsDamning report said 26% of police forces had still not implemented specialist policies on investigating sexual offences. We asked which police forces, and when they will address this…  Last week, the ...

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Launch of England’s first ever men’s health strategy The #government have launched a new plan to tackle the physical and mental health challenges faced by men. 👉Read more: socialcare.today/2025/11/19/l... #InternationalMensDay #news #mentalhealth #health

socialcare.todayLaunch of England’s first ever men’s health strategyOn International Men’s Day, government launched new plan to tackle the physical and mental health challenges faced by men and boys, with special emphasis on suicide prevention  The government has anno...
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How can AI deliver on the NHS 10 Year Plan’s productivity promise? Opinion piece by Peter Corpe, Industry Leader, UK Public Sector at Appian - infotec.news/2025/10/09/o... #ArtificialIntelligence #HealthTech #NHS

infotec.newsOpinion: How can AI deliver on the NHS 10 Year Plan’s productivity promise?Peter Corpe is Industry Leader, UK Public Sector at Appian, with expertise in strategy, sales operations and technical consulting.  With the Appian software platform, organisations are able to run bet...

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Interview: Cassius tech-enabled care at Suffolk County Council As part of our new #AI in #socialcare report Simon Guerrier spoke to Elissa Rospigliosi, Assistant Director for Strategy & Transformation... 👇 socialcare.today/2025/10/08/i... #news #interview

socialcare.todayInterview: Cassius tech-enabled care at Suffolk County CouncilIn July 2021, Suffolk County Council launched Cassius, its technology-enabled care service for those aged 18+. Cassius provides a range of different devices and solutions in tandem with in-person care...

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AI in social care – special report out now! Our team have published a new #report which explores how emerging #technologies are affecting the provision of #socialwork and #socialcare. It is available to download for free👇 socialcare.today/2025/09/30/a...

socialcare.todayAI in social care – special report out now!Our team at Social Care Today have published a new special report, People First With AI & Tech-Enabled Care, which is now available to download for free.  The report offers a comprehensive exploration...