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Science, engineering & technology news
Find all of the latest science, technology and engineering news below including all updates from the North East Technology Park (NETPark), success stories for NETPark’s tenant companies and market breakthroughs in new research in areas such as printable electronics, photonics, microelectronics and nanotechnology.
Business Secretary highlights ‘next generation manufacturing’ at national conference
UK manufacturers must embrace next generation technologies and skills to remain competitive globally, Business Secretary Peter Kyle said in a speech at the Make UK National Manufacturing Conference.
18 hours ago
REPROCELL Expands Product Portfolio
REPROCELL today announced the expansion of its product catalogue with the addition of the BioThrust™ ComfyCell Incu bioreactor platform, further strengthening the company’s offering for advanced human cell culture and stem cell research.
3 days ago
Filtronic opens new Headquarters & Manufacturing Facility
Filtronic plc, a global leader in high-performance and high-frequency solutions for the space, defence and critical communications markets, today announces the opening of its new state-of-the-art 44,000 sq ft headquarters and manufacturing facility at NETPark, County Durham.
4 days ago
US space leaders to touch down in North East for whistle‑stop tour of regional innovation
A SENIOR delegation from Space Florida is making a flying visit to the North East for a tour of some of the region’s most exciting space, engineering and advanced‑manufacturing projects.
7 days ago
Magnitude Biosciences and BioAscent Discovery Announce Collaboration
Magnitude Biosciences and BioAscent Discovery Ltd. are pleased to announce a new research collaboration
Feb 26
Industry Leaders Join Government as Software Security Ambassadors
The Software Security Ambassador Scheme has been developed to help drive adoption of the Software Security Code of Practice, a voluntary set of principles designed to reduce software supply chain attacks and disruption, and improve cyber resilience across the economy.
Feb 24
National Materials Innovation Programme
The National Materials Innovation Programme (NMIP) aims to establish a nationally coordinated approach to the UK advanced materials sector, driving the translation and adoption of materials across key industrial sectors.
Feb 23
CPI leads UK biomanufacturing and pharma SME delegation on strategic visit to India
CPI has successfully led a UK biomanufacturing and pharma SME delegation to India, bringing together 20 high-impact UK SMEs, scale-ups and research organisations
Feb 20
Durham University Summer Careers Fair: New Pathways for NETPark Talent
NETPark will once again be part of the conversation connecting local talent with exciting regional opportunities as Durham University prepares to host its Summer Careers Fair on Wednesday 10 June 2026.
Feb 19
NETPark Welcomes Industry Leaders for NEAME Cluster Gathering
Innovation is thriving in the North East, and the latest NEAME Cluster Meeting at NETPark highlighted the strength and depth of the region’s advanced electronics ecosystem.
Feb 18
UK-Germany Collaborative Innovation for Quantum Technologies 2026
UK registered organisations can apply for £750k-£1m per project for innovative projects in quantum technologies.
Feb 17
Lord Eatwell Joins NETPark Company As Chair
Graphene Composites announces the appointment of Lord John Eatwell as Chair.
Feb 16
Save the Date: North East Space Conference 2026 Set to Explore Transformation and Opportunity
The North East Space Conference will return in 2026, bringing together businesses, innovators, researchers and policymakers to explore the rapid transformation of the UK space sector and the emerging opportunities it presents for both organisations and individuals.
Feb 13
Scientists discover new DNA-binding proteins from extreme environments that could improve disease diagnosis
Scientists have uncovered new DNA-binding proteins from some of the most extreme environments on Earth and shown that they can improve rapid medical tests for infectious diseases.
Feb 12
We are live at the Durham Business Growth Summit today
NETPark is attending the Durham Business Growth Summit today, joining businesses, partners and support organisations from across County Durham for a day focused on growth, innovation and opportunity.
Feb 11
North East Leads Charge on Semiconductor Skills and Careers
The North East’s technology ecosystem is being celebrated in a new industry report that shines a spotlight on the region’s growing strengths in semiconductor innovation, education and careers.
Feb 10
New UK Defence Innovation Funding Opportunity
The UK Defence Innovation has launched a major new funding competition aimed at transforming how we model and treat conflict wounds.
Feb 9
Report sets out how UKRI can set more spin-outs up for success
Research England has published an independent report by Tony Hickson, Chief Business Officer at Cancer Research UK, following his review of relationships between universities and investors.
Feb 6
Horizon Europe Funding Update
Horizon Europe is open to all types of organisations across Europe and the world. Horizon Europe provides funding for research and innovation across 3 core pillars:
Feb 5
Filtronic shares strong half-year results
Filtronic has published its Half Year Results for the six months ended 30 November 2025, reporting an encouraging first half of FY2026 with strong momentum in new business.
Feb 4
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