Press releases

A plant scientist from the University of Nottingham has been recognised for his pioneering research into root biology that is helping to understand how plants react in soil to challenging climate conditions.

A ‘public restaurant’ will be piloted in Nottingham as part of a new research project that will evaluate if this approach can help improve public health and wellbeing by providing everyone with access to high-quality food.

A University of Nottingham Technical Manager has received a prestigious award for excellence in sustainability, recognising his work to embed environmental practice into research.

Research into the development of lithium-sulfur batteries, a promising next-generation battery for transport has received a share of £97 million investment.

A team of scientists from the University of Nottingham have been recognised for their innovative teaching of green and sustainable chemistry.

A group of students from less advantaged backgrounds from across the UK are taking part in a new summer internship programme at the University of Nottingham to gain knowledge and skills in Artificial Intelligence.

Researchers have demonstrated that by using argon plasma, metal atoms can be dispersed and guided to desired positions. This new strategy ensures that not a single atom goes to waste and maximises the use of rare and precious metals.

New research has shown how boys being overweight in early childhood or having chickenpox or another infectious disease in infancy may increase their risk of having chronic disease in later life.

A major research centre that is set to position the UK as a global leader in clean technology, is being launched by the universities of Sheffield, Newcastle and Nottingham.

An innovative new installation is now on display at Green’s Windmill & Science Centre in Nottingham. ‘Early Universes’ blends cutting-edge mathematical physics with contemporary art to allow visitors to see, touch and feel wave patterns that emerge from fluid systems.