British scientists from Imperial College London’s spin-out project Polaron have won a £1 million Government prize for their AI breakthrough that accelerates the development of materials for wind turbines and electric car batteries. The new design tool uses microscopic analysis to predict material performance, enabling manufacturers to create stronger, lighter, and more efficient components for clean energy, transport, and infrastructure. The Manchester Prize, awarded by the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology, recognizes technological advancements addressing societal challenges, with Polaron being one of the ten finalists to receive funding and support for further project development.
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Mapped: What areas of the UK will hit 20C on hottest day of the year so far
The UK is poised to experience its hottest day of the year so far, with temperatures in some areas expected to reach 20C, surpassing those in Spain and Greece. The Met Office predicts that the spring equinox on Thursday could be the warmest day of 2025, with southern regions potentially hitting 20C, making them hotter than Barcelona and Athens. On Wednesday, the highest recorded temperature was 18C in central London, but on Thursday, London and...
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