Press releases

Nottingham scientists are part of a new ‘SUPERLASER’ research project to design a new type of laser that will use new sustainable materials to achieve high performance.

A leading AI researcher from the University of Nottingham has been awarded £6m to lead bold new work aiming to help AI better enable humans to make meaning of the themselves and the world, and AI itself by combining art and the body.

A 360° immersive room at the new Central Library will be transformed into a microscopic world, with everyday objects magnified to reveal the intricate detail of the unseen world, plus robots, interactive exhibits and hands-on workshops that are all part of an exciting week of half-term events.

An international study involving people from 11 countries has shown most people, including those in areas most affected by climate change, don’t understand the term ‘Climate Justice’.However they do recognise the social, historical, and economic injustices that characterise the climate crisis. The findings could help shape more effective communications and advocacy.

A series of community made videos have proven to be an effective way to encourage Black people to donate blood, with research showing this arts-based approach could help to boost much needed blood supplies.

Dr Rebecca Dewey has been awarded the 2024 Institute of Physics Phillips Award in recognition of her contributions to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, including promoting, updating, and improving the accessibility of the I am a Physicist Girlguiding Badge, and engaging with British Sign Language users.

A new national research hub will position the UK as a world leader in the emerging global field of long-acting therapeutics (LATs).

An astronomer from the University of Nottingham is part of the AXIS Probe mission that has been selected by NASA for a detailed mission concept study.

Researchers from the University of Nottingham are part of a team who have been awarded £2.2 million to trial a precision-bred wheat variety which could lead to the development of more sustainable farming systems.

A cross-disciplinary team will use pioneering technology to manufacture human stem cells outside the body, in the hope these cells could help tissue regeneration to repair broken bones.