Using cutting-edge science and engineering (2-4)

I believe the answer is:

hi-tech

(Other definitions for hi-tech that I've seen before include "Using modern construction" , "(Using) the latest developments" , "Involving the latest electronic gadgetry" , "latest devices" , "Electronically advanced" .)

I've seen this clue in The Times.

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