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Auxetic materials, unlike most, become thicker when stretched. This rare property, observed in tendons and salamander skin, has been replicated by physicists and engineers in auxetic foam, which is now being upscaled for commercial use, promising enhanced comfort at a lower cost. Additionally, Covalent Organic Frameworks (COFs) are being explored for auxeticity in specialised applications like nano-filters and antimicrobial uses.

This talk will explore the relationship between beliefs, cognition, and behavior in diverse societies, focusing on how social and cognitive factors shape worldviews—frameworks for interpreting the world. Worldviews are categorized into five types: Localised, Orthodox, Pragmatist, Reward, and Survivor.

The MEGALITH project focuses on protecting the Mnajdra Temples, a UNESCO World Heritage site, from environmental degradation. This initiative investigates how environmental factors contribute to the deterioration of Globigerina Limestone. Using numerical simulations and AI models, the project maps meteorological conditions to stone degradation processes.

Imagine a world where every medical scan is perfectly tailored to your unique body and health needs—this is the future of personalised medical imaging. Personalised medical imaging is revolutionizing patient care by tailoring imaging techniques to each individual's unique anatomy and health needs. Historically, imaging systems had limited adjustable settings, leading to less accurate diagnostics.