News in brief
Brain fluid surgery to a world-first lunar-Earth flyby: News from Imperial
Here’s a batch of fresh news and announcements from across Imperial.
Stories tagged with 'Transport'
Smarter charging
Volvo’s electric cars to charge up to 30% faster thanks to spinout’s software
Adaptive charging software developed by Imperial spinout Breathe Battery Technologies will be integrated with Volvo Cars’ battery management platform.
Sikh cyclists
Turban style and thickness affects head injury risk in Sikh cyclists
A new study from Imperial College London has revealed that the style and thickness of turbans affect the risk of serious head injury in Sikh cyclists
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Sustainable travel
Five things you should know about sustainable travel
In the run-up to Imperial’s new travel policy, we asked a panel of experts about how we can accelerate the transition to sustainable travel.
Leading the charge
Go Eve prepares to take its innovative vehicle charging solution to the market
After a first demonstration project at Imperial, electric vehicle charging startup Go Eve has raised £3m to carry out its first customer pilots.
AI for net zero
£1.4m grant for AI to help achieve net zero in energy and transport
Imperial researchers have been awarded £1.4 million to lead a project using AI to help the UK’s energy and transport sectors achieve carbon net zero.
Tunnel Vision
£23m grant award for Imperial-led National Wind Tunnel Facility
UK Research and Investment (UKRI) has announced a £23 million fund for a network of world-leading university wind tunnels, led by Imperial.
Charged up
About:Energy stakes its claim as a leading battery data company
Rapidly growing Imperial startup About:Energy has raised £1.5m to commercialise its battery design software platform, The Voltt.
Toxic tyres
Prioritise tackling toxic emissions from tyres, urge Imperial experts
Imperial experts are calling for more to be done to limit the potentially harmful impact of toxic tyre particles on health and the environment.
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Driving change
EVs could play crucial role in stabilising power grid, saving money and carbon
Britain’s growing fleet of electric vehicles (EVs) could play a critical role in supporting the electricity grid, Imperial research has shown.
