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Five researchers have been announced as shortlisted nominees for the Institution of Engineering and Technology’s (IET) £350,000 A F Harvey Prize Engineering Research Prize.The prize is awarded annually in recognition of an outstanding achievement in engineering research in the fields of medical, microwave and radar or laser/optoelectronic engineering, with the prize fund awarded to support further research led by the recipient.The the...

A panel of experts from the worlds of engineering and enterprise have convened at the University of Southampton to discuss the barriers to women’s participation in both environments, ahead of International Women in Engineering Day (Sunday 23rd June 2019).

A team of second year students from Leeds Beckett University has won the grand Engineering for People Design Challenge prize, with their idea for a women’s community hub built of locally sourced natural and affordable materials. The annual competition is organised by Engineers Without Borders UK, a charity dedicated to inspiring the engineering community to serve all people and our planet better than ever before.

University of Birmingham scientists joined their Chinese counterparts at the 2019 UK-China Future Energy System Development Forum to explore new and innovative ways of accelerating the adoption of renewable energy.

The Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) has opened nominations for its prestigious Achievement Awards 2019.The IET Achievement Awards exist to recognise individuals from all over the world who have made exceptional contributions to the advancement of engineering, technology and science in any sector.

To help meet the requirements of the updated BS 7671 IET Wiring Regulations, Marshall-Tufflex has extended its range of Firefly fire clips. In the event of a fire the clips are designed to prevent cables falling and creating a hazard, providing a safer evacuation and allowing easy access for fire service crews.

The specialist provider, Develop Training Ltd (DTL), is celebrating after electricians on its courses achieved a 94% pass rate against the latest national wiring standard. Candidates from across the UK from some of the country’s biggest names in utilities and construction have been training with DTL to meet the new 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS7671:2018).

The Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) has opened nominations for its Achievement Awards 2019.The IET Achievement Awards exist to recognise individuals from all over the world who have made contributions to the advancement of engineering, technology and science in any sector.This can be through research and development in their respective technical field or through their leadership of an enterprise.

Twelve young people recently enjoyed a day at Leicester’s National Space Centre, celebrating their achievements as part of educational outreach project Inspiration Rover.The project, which was led by mature student Henry Bennett from the University of Derby with support from fellow undergraduates, academics and alumni, saw the young people involved help develop a scale model of the Mars Science Laboratory Rover using a design from NASA Jet ...

A strong demand has been reported by utilities specialist, Develop Training Limited (DTL), for its fast-track training course as firms race to meet the latest update to wiring regulations. The 18th Edition IET Wiring Regulations have re-set the standard for electrical installation in the UK and many other countries with substantial updates from the previous edition.