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Innovation 2012 conference [partner event]
How can curiosity-driven innovation flourish and what systems and networks need to be in place to optimize its opportunities?
Chatham House, London - 05 March 2012
ACES 2012 conference and gala awards dinner
Announcement of the pan-European Academic Enterprise Awards winners at a day long conference and gala awards dinner.
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Lunchtalk: How economics shapes science
With countries struggling to build their growth strategies, there is an increased interest in understanding science to as engine of growth....
Bruegel, Brussels - 15 February 2012
Unlocking the value of Personalised Healthcare in Europe
This new study shows ICT investments could cut healthcare costs for key ailments by more than 35%.
14 January 2010
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The greening of IT

Anna Jenkinson

Computers have the potential to save energy - by consuming less themselves and optimising use elsewhere, but there are obstacles in the way.

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Computers "are clearly a part of how we address issues including energy use and climate change", says Andrew Herbert, Managing Director, Microsoft Research Cambridge

Computers may throw out waste heat when operating and eat up electricity on standby, but they can also help to save, rather than just consuming, energy. They can be used to monitor and manage heating and cooling systems in buildings, improve the energy efficiency of cars,...

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