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Kilo redefinition presents strategic innovation opportunity

Posted by: Professor Ric Parker, Posted on: 28 May 2019 - Categories: Business environment, Grand Challenges, Infrastructure, People
Scientist placing a weight on a Kibble balance

On 20 May, the International System of Units (SI) underwent its biggest overhaul since its establishment in 1875.

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What does a marshmallow look like in space?

Posted by: The Rt Hon Chris Skidmore MP, Posted on: 22 March 2019 - Categories: AI and data, Future of mobility, Good work, Grand Challenges, Ideas, People, Places
Chris Skidmore with students looking at marshmallows in a vacuum chamber.

Celebrating the achievements and investments of STEM, Science Minister Chris Skidmore writes about his championing of his brief during the 25th annual British Science Week.

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