Students from the Technical University of Munich (TUM) have developed the longest range electric car in the world, says the university in a press release. The team drove more than 2,573 kilometers on a single battery charge. As part of…
Thanks to wind, ocean-going vessels can sail more efficiently. Dutch company Econowind builds wind sails, which allow ship owners to reduce fuel consumption by up to 30%. This contributes to making shipping more sustainable. The Investment and Development Agency for…
Thirona, a global company specialized in advanced analysis of thoracic CT images with artificial intelligence has secured €7,5 million in an investment round, says the company in a press release. The company is at the forefront of revolutionizing medical treatment and intervention…
Open Cosmos –a space tech business making satellites that gather data to solve pressing global challenges – has raised $50 million, says the company in a press release. Satellite data is a critical tool for addressing issues such as climate change,…
The HiPSter, a digital measuring instrument used in professional soccer in combination with a dashboard to optimize the turf, has made it to the final ten candidates in the Dutch Sports Innovation Awards 2023. With the device developed by HI…
The catastrophic Moroccan earthquake, with a death toll exceeding 2,000, is a grim reminder of nature’s unpredictable fury. Could AI help us to save lives in the future? This article delves into the recent Moroccan earthquake and the advancements in…
Imagine a fast-paced and futuristic society with all possible forms of consumption and conveniences brought by technological advances. What signs mark some of the most significant changes in Chinese society in the past few years? What kind of social phenomenon…
Connected to the Gerard & Anton Awards, there’s also the prize for the most promising student team: the Golden Lightbulb. The prize is supported by RoundOne Ventures, which provides funding for promising student teams that wish to take their first…
A recent analysis reveals the overlooked potential of urban nature-based solutions (NBS) in achieving carbon neutrality in major European cities. While phasing out fossil energy is vital, the spatial organization and utilization of NBS can significantly contribute to emission reductions.…
EIT InnoEnergy, the leading innovation engine in sustainable energy, successfully completed its private placement round of over €140 million of equity. Investors in this round are new strategic players (Societé Generale, Santander CIB, PULSE – CMA CGM Energy Fund, Renault…