Monday - July 13, 2026

TNS Tipoffs - Energy and Gov't

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150 European students and educators gathered at DTU
KONGENS LYNGBY, Denmark, June 18 -- The Technical University of Denmark posted the following news: * * * 150 European students and educators gathered at DTU Across disciplines, countries, and educational cultures, students competed to find the best solutions to real-world challenges, while educators exchanged experiences.  Nasrin Billie Project teams from nine European universities presented innovative solutions to real challenges before a jury when the European innovation competition Euro  more
Bharat Innovates 2026: IIT Delhi Showcases Innovations Across Defence, AI, Healthcare; Strengthens Global Research and Innovation Partnerships
NEW DELHI, India, June 18 -- The Indian Institute of Technology Delhi issued the following news: * * * Bharat Innovates 2026: IIT Delhi Showcases Innovations Across Defence, AI, Healthcare; Strengthens Global Research and Innovation Partnerships The Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IIT Delhi) showcased its leadership in research, innovation, entrepreneurship, and global engagement at Bharat Innovates 2026, the flagship national innovation initiative of the Government of India being held   more
Curtinnovation finalists breaking new ground in health, AI, safety and more
PERTH, Australia, June 18 -- Curtin University issued the following news release: * * * Curtinnovation finalists breaking new ground in health, AI, safety and more Rapid assessment of concussion, autonomous submarine robots and satellite navigation systems are among the benefits of 20 standout finalists in Curtin University's 2026 Curtinnovation Awards.  The annual awards recognise Curtin-led innovations with the potential to have real-world impact, with past winners including a native seaw  more
NRL Demonstrates Dual-Use Laser System for Power Beaming and Counter-UAS Operations
WASHINGTON, June 17 -- The U.S. Naval Research Laboratory issued the following news: * * * NRL Demonstrates Dual-Use Laser System for Power Beaming and Counter-UAS Operations U.S. Naval Research Laboratory (NRL) scientists successfully demonstrated a dual-use laser system capable of wirelessly transmitting power over long distances and rapidly transitioning to perform defensive missions, advancing expeditionary energy and defense capabilities for future warfighters. Sponsored by the Office o  more
Pressley, Cambridge Community Center Celebrate $1 Million Delivered for New England's First Resilience Hub
WASHINGTON, June 18 -- Rep. Ayanna Pressley, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news: * * * Pressley, Cambridge Community Center Celebrate $1 Million Delivered for New England's First Resilience Hub * Federal Dollars Are Supporting City of Cambridge's Emergency Preparedness and Climate Resilience Photos (Dropbox) CAMBRIDGE - On Tuesday, Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley (MA-07) convened community partners and local legislators in the City of Cambridge to celebrate the $1,000,000 in federal   more
UCL Researchers Awarded Royal Society of Chemistry Prizes
LONDON, England, June 18 -- The University College London posted the following news: * * * UCL researchers awarded Royal Society of Chemistry prizes Professor Helen Hailes and Dr Rachel Crespo-Otero (both UCL Chemistry) have been honoured by the Royal Society of Chemistry in recognition of their exceptional research advancing chemical sciences. Professor Helen Hailes was awarded the Interdisciplinary Prize for finding new ways of using enzymes to build useful molecules, turn waste materials   more
University of Salford: Major Funding for Retrofit Project
GREATER MANCHESTER, England, June 19 -- The University of Salford issued the following news: * * * Major funding for retrofit project A brand-new project looking at the best ways of retrofitting older housing stock to meet Net Zero targets has been awarded major funding from UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) through the Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA). Led by the University of Salford in partnership with The University of Manchester, Sustainable Ventures, and the Energy Innovati  more
UNT Physics researcher wins Young Scientist Award
DENTON, Texas, June 18 -- The University of North Texas posted the following news release: * * * UNT Physics researcher wins Young Scientist Award * UNT physics assistant professor Jens Neu has received the 2026 Young Scientist Award from the International Society of Infrared, Millimeter, and Terahertz Waves (IRMMW-THz) for his research into novel materials for solar applications.  The IRMMW-THz is the oldest and largest society dedicated to the field of ultra-high frequency electronics an  more
Virginia's Residential Electric Rates Will Increase Under RGGI
WASHINGTON, June 18 [Category: Energy] -- The Institute for Energy Research posted the following commentary: * * * Virginia's Residential Electric Rates Will Increase Under RGGI * Key Takeaways 1 Virginians will be paying more for their electricity under a regional "cap and trade" program, the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative, which Governor Abigail Spanberger has re-entered with other states that share some of the highest electricity prices in the country. 2 An estimated $13 per month   more
When Atoms Begin to Dance - At Aalto University, Metallurgy Became Choreography
AALTO, Finland, June 18 -- Aalto University issued the following news release: * * * When atoms begin to dance - At Aalto University, metallurgy became choreography On the Dance Metallurgy pilot course, copper ions were given movement and a face. When a metal essential to the green transition stepped onto the dance floor, chemical phenomena that often seem intimidating opened up in an entirely new way. In early June, electrolysis reactions were rehearsed in a dance studio in Otaniemi. Partic  more