Researchers at Swansea University have developed a revolutionary bone graft substitute inspired by coral which not only promotes faster healing but dissolves naturally in the body after the repair is complete. This groundbreaking research, led by Dr Zhidao Xia from Swansea University Medical School in collaboration with colleagues from the Faculty of Science and Engineering … Continue reading Scientists develop coral inspired material to revolutionise bone repair

Researchers at Cardiff University are developing new technology which will be able to “smell” when fruit or vegetables are going off, potentially saving tonnes of waste. According to the UK waste advisory body WRAP, 1.2 million tonnes of fresh fruit and vegetables are needlessly wasted each year. Cardiff University reports a UK based research team … Continue reading Using space science to help prevent food waste