The combination of science and industry has propelled society forwards, leading to discoveries that have vastly improved our way of life.
Innovation through science and industry is widely recognised as the key to success, with institutions such as the Royal Society promoting scientific research, to its celebration at Manchester’s Science and Industry Museum.
Examples of when science and industry meet are too numerous to list, however, we have selected five examples to demonstrate they wide reach of this fantastic combination.
- Wind Turbines
With the effects of global warming becoming increasingly severe, finding sources of renewable energy is an ever-growing priority – and wind turbines are shown to have the most favourable social impact.
Wind power is not a new invention. The first instance of wind powering a machine was Hero of Alexandria’s windwheel, and later, the first wind power plant was built in the area now known as Iran in the 7th Century.
Despite its history, it’s only since the realisation that we need to reduce our reliance on fossil fuels, that wind turbines are getting the recognition that they deserve.
- The Moon Landing
In what was one small step for man and one giant leap for mankind, the 1969 moon landing marked and incredible moment in scientific history.
The Apollo 11 moon landing was watched by an estimated 650 million people across the world, and inspired hundreds of children to consider a future in astronomy.
- British Antarctic Survey
For more than 60 years the British Antarctic Survey, a branch of the Natural Environment Research Council, has conducted most of the British research into Antarctica.
In 2012, the project required strong antennas, so the BAS teamed up with the expert wire manufacturers at Ormiston Wire who were able to design lightweight antennas that was resilient enough survive the tricky conditions of the Antarctic.
- Covid Vaccine
The Covid 19 pandemic necessitated for a vaccine to be created quickly to ensure that we could return to normalcy as fast as possible.
In an unprecedented move, the hunt for a vaccine generated multinational company collaborations between different pharmaceutical firms and governments to expedite the process.
The rapid creation and deployment of these vaccines demonstrates just how much can be accomplished through the cooperation of industry and experts.
- Met Office
We might not always like what the weather forecast has to say, but there’s no denying that it’s good to know when we should take an umbrella out with us.
We rely on the Met Office to keep us updated on the weather, and they hire only the best scientific teams to ensure that the forecasts they deliver are as accurate as possible.
With the increasing number of storms hitting the nation, their work is vital to keep us safe while we travel.
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