Scientists at the University of Central Lancashire (UCLan) are working on applying some of the most cutting-edge technologies to human bones, which could answer two incredibly important questions for those […]
1 year ago The Preston-based pilot making the most of the cockpitPreston based Andrew Batty is a former commercial pilot with a very cool job. In his role as a human factors engineer, he is experimenting with different technologies, including some […]
1 year ago Preston to be one of the first to get new full-fibre broadband networkPreston will be one of the first areas to benefit from a full-fibre broadband roll-out by national broadband provider Grain Connect, which will reach over 50 towns and cities across […]
2 years ago UCLan and Recycling Lives turn scrap vehicle waste into green energyUCLan academics and a local recycling firm have developed a method of ensuring scrap vehicle waste converts to renewable energy. UCLan has joined with Preston’s Recycling Lives to create a […]
2 years ago Advertisement Advertisement Penwortham Girls’ High School to host inaugural STEM festivalPenwortham Girls’ High School are hosting their very first STEM (science, technology, engineering and maths) festival from Monday 28 February to Friday 11 March. It is set to be a […]
2 years ago Preston agriculture firm adopts new tech to improve cow healthA Preston agricultural footbath manufacturer has teamed up with Siemens to improve cow health. Hoofcount, on Reservoir Road, has adopted Siemens data capture and control technologies to help farmers make […]
2 years ago Aspiring Preston scientists find inspiration at Lancashire Science FestivalUCLan’s Preston campus welcomed 5,000 science enthusiasts for the return of an award-winning festival last weekend. Held on Saturday 23 October, the free Lancashire Science Festival aims to teach young […]
2 years ago New jobs promised across Lancashire as Preston ammunition firm boosts output using roboticsAn ammunition firm has credited robotics for an increase in productivity at its premises in Preston. With the support of Made Smarter, Empire Cartridges has invested in a six-axis cobot […]
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