Press releases

As robots developed to help with everyday tasks in the home get closer to reality, computer scientists at the University of Nottingham want to find out what people think of this new Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology.

Modern slavery experts are set to investigate whether people who experience cognitive impairments as a result of mental ill-health, learning disability or memory loss could be more susceptible to exploitation.

A new study has, for the first time, produced global maps of local plant biodiversity, based on field surveys around the world. The study’s authors say this research will improve predictions of global environmental change effects on biodiversity.

Businesses and charities are teaming up with students at the University of Nottingham to address some of the key social challenges facing the city.

The University of Nottingham is extending its support for Childhood Cancer Awareness with the iconic Trent Building being lit gold for three days, giving more people the opportunity to see it and find out about the cause.

New research, led by experts at the University of Nottingham and funded by Cystic Fibrosis Trust, will aim to establish the cause of gut health symptoms in people with cystic fibrosis (CF).

A talented technician and regular contributor to the Periodic Table of Videos is one of the first people to receive the new Royal Society Hauksbee Award in recognition of his outstanding skills as a research technician.

The University of Nottingham’s Professor Sir Jonathan Van-Tam has been recognised for the critical communications role he played during the Covid-19 pandemic with a prestigious award by the Royal Society.

One hundred egg shells, ornately decorated by a Nottingham artist using Pysanky art, are on display in the city to raise money for the people of Ukraine.

The UK has the oldest housing stock in Europe, due to the sheer volume of buildings constructed during the industrial revolution and post-wars when quantity was more important than quality. Consequently, most of our homes are cold in the winter months and vulnerable to overheating in the summer months.