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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.
UK semiconductor study highlights North East and NETPark strengths
A new UK semiconductor sector study has recognised the North East’s strengths in advanced electronics, semiconductor manufacturing and materials.
4 days ago
Funding available for novel defence autonomy and robotics innovations
UK Defence Innovation has launched a new competition seeking early-stage science and technology ideas that could support future advances in defence robotics and autonomous systems.
4 days ago
Filtronic shortlisted for three AIM Awards 2026
NETPark-based Filtronic has been nominated in three categories at the AIM Awards 2026, recognising the company’s continued growth, innovation and technical expertise.
7 days ago
How the EU’s Digital Product Passports are shaping UK materials innovation
Digital Product Passports are reshaping UK materials innovation, market access and supply chain traceability as ESPR changes product data rules.
Jul 24
Durham astronomers uncover the earliest known signs of galaxy-building in action
Astronomers from Durham University Physics Department have discovered the earliest known evidence of a galaxy being shaped from the inside out, revealing that key processes in galaxy evolution were already under way when the Universe was still young
Jul 23
Celebrating NETPark's Arnab Basu as High Sheriff of County Durham
A special Durham Cathedral service and Durham Castle reception have been held to celebrate the appointment of Durham University alumnus Dr Arnab Basu MBE as High Sheriff of County Durham.
Jul 20
Kromek is recruiting a Production Scientist at NETPark
NETPark tenant Kromek has opened applications for a Production Scientist to join its team in Sedgefield, County Durham.
Jul 17
UKSPA and End Game partner to develop a common national standard for the UK’s science parks and innovation clusters
UKSPA has announced a new partnership with End Game to develop an asset-mapping platform that will support the creation of a common framework and national standard for the UK’s science parks and innovation clusters.
Jul 16
East Durham College Celebrates Top 10 National Apprenticeship Ranking as Employer Partnerships and Campus Investment Drive Growth
East Durham College has been recognised as one of the country's leading apprenticeship providers after achieving a 75% apprenticeship achievement rate, significantly above the national average of 65.7% placing the college among the top 10 college providers nationally for apprenticeship achievement.
Jul 14
Kromek and Argon Showcase the D5 RIID-SIM in New On-Demand Webinar
Kromek is pleased to announce the launch of a new webinar, developed in collaboration with Argon Electronics. The webinar showcases the capabilities of the D5 RIID-SIM, an innovative training solution that enables realistic radiological detection exercises without the need for live radioactive sources.
Jul 13
Filtronic & Marubun Corporation sign MoU to strengthen Japan’s communications resilience
Filtronic has entered a non-binding Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with leading Japanese electronics company Marubun Corporation to accelerate its expansion into the Japanese market.
Jul 9
Durham physicists part of mission to chart space and time
Our physicists are part of one of the most ambitious studies of the Universe ever undertaken.
Jul 8
Regenerative Autonomous Fleets: Making materials matter in the future of mobility
Could autonomous fleets transform more than mobility? Explore how circular manufacturing could create regenerative transport systems.
Jul 7
Kromek Group PLC - Launch of new interactive investor hub
Kromek Group plc are pleased to announce the launch of the new Kromek Investor website in partnership with InvestorHub .
Jul 6
Have your say in the future of the UK space sector
The 'Size and Health of the UK Space Industry 2025' survey is now open, and this is an important opportunity for organisations across the space sector to make their voices heard.
Jul 3
Celebrating Women in Tech & Science at ESTRELLAS
Members of the Space North East England community were among the delegation to attend ESTRELLAS: Women in Tech & Sciences, an inspiring event hosted by Durham University that celebrated the achievements, experiences and contributions of women across STEM.
Jul 2
aXenic and Durham University Collaborate to Advance Optical Space Communications
aXenic and Durham University are demonstrating how regional collaboration, supported by the North East Space Communication Accelerator (NESCA), is helping to develop the next generation of optical communications technologies for the space sector.
Jul 1
AI to speed up cancer diagnosis for millions of NHS patients
Government invests in artificial intelligence (AI) technologies to modernise the NHS and reduce waiting times.
Jun 30
VISION 31: The region shaping tomorrow
VISION 31: The region shaping tomorrow
Jun 26
Theo James Recruitment Partners with New College Durham to Raise £11,000 for Red Sky Foundation and Strengthen Industry Connections Across the North East
The inaugural Manufacturing Leaders’ Summit, hosted by Theo James Recruitment in partnership with New College Durham, has been hailed a major success after bringing together more than 190 manufacturing professionals, business leaders, educators and industry partners from across the North East.
Jun 24
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