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Aerospace

Europe's Vega space launch vehicle has carbon-fibre shell

Electronics

Electronic tagging system could replace barcodes

Automotive

Researchers develop improved catalyst for car fuel cells

Artificial biofilm helps double output of microbial fuel cell

Defence & security

Company looks to reduce bulk of soldiers' comms systems

Adhesive material mimics the way geckos stick to surfaces

Energy & environment

British and French firms set to advance nuclear build in UK

Automotive

GTL oils could help to improve petrol and engine lubricants

Electronics

A realistic home of the future?

Medical & healthcare

Imaging technique can detect breast cancer in younger women

Defence & security

UK company designs blast-resistant paper recycling bin

Aerospace

And now for the good news about UK apprenticeships