ESD April 2025

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Comment/ embedded world 2025

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News/ Scientists push towards nuclear waste battery STEM Spotlight/ The intersection of technology and education Women in Tech/ Driving sustainability through collaboration Power: SiC/ Evaluating SiC efficiency and payback

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T&M: Tips/ Practical tips for measuring ultralow bias current Medical: Trends/ Technology trends looking to reshape healthcare Medical: Sensors/ How smart sensors are revolutionising medical technology

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Eco Innovation: Energy Harvesting/ Powering smart buildings sustainably

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Eco Innovation: IoT/ Harnessing technology to drive climate action

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