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SCI® is a global network of innovators using science to tackle some of the big societal challenges of today, across climate and planet and health and wellness.

EPA targets microplastics as contaminants in drinking water

The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has said that microplastics will be included as a ‘priority contaminant group’ in its draft Sixth Contaminant Candidate List (CCL 6), marking the first time that they have been included.

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High-energy compound could be rocket fuel for round-trip to Mars

US researchers have created a new high-energy compound suitable for rocket fuel. The boron-containing compound could make return flights from Mars possible, says the group at the University of Albany, New York.

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AGM 2026: Nominations are now open

SCI relies on the support and involvement of its active and dedicated members, who contribute their valuable time, experience, and energy to developing and running many activities for the Society. If you feel you have the relevant experience and a passion for promoting scientific innovation, then please consider standing for election to SCI's governance committees.

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25 deep tech innovations that could shape the future

The European Innovation Council (EIC) has published a report detailing 25 emerging ‘deep’ technologies at low to mid maturity levels across space tech, clean tech and biotech that could play a key role in shaping future innovation in Europe.

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Fluoride-ion battery research: Charging into the future

As battery needs become more demanding to support sectors such as aviation or long-haul container shipping, alternative ‘beyond-lithium’ battery chemistries are highly sought-after. XiaoZhi Lim reports on research into fluoride-ion alternatives.

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How building your Digital Twin would revolutionise medicine and change your life

Join us for this free webinar, part of our SCItalks programme, which will explore the emerging science and technology of digital human twins—virtual, data-driven replicas of individual people that model biological processes from molecules to entire organ systems.

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Our publications promote emerging innovations – from the cutting-edge science we publish in our range of academic journals, to our renowned member’s magazine, C&I, plus a host of digital platforms.

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