Press releases

Scientists will use cutting-edge quantum technologies to transform our understanding of the universe and answer key questions about the nature of black holes.

A student from the University of Nottingham has stepped up to support the roll out of the Covid-19 Vaccine to patients.

Research from the University of Nottingham has helped to shape new rules around blood donation that will allow men who have sex with men to give blood from summer 2021.

Food scientists have launched a study to look into people’s attitudes towards protein alternatives including more unusual protein sources like edible insects and volunteers are needed to take part.

An international team of scientists have revealed that black holes can grow additional hair-like structures when spinning fast enough, a discovery that could give new insight into the behaviour of black holes.

A new type of wearable brain scanner, designed to allow people to move freely whilst being scanned, is a step closer to being used in hospitals with the launch of a new partnership.

Two researchers at the University of Nottingham have been elected as Fellows of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE).

Scientists have broken the rules of enzyme engineering to unlock a new method for creating chemical reactions that could unlock a wide range of new applications – from creating new drugs to food production.

Leading female scientists from the city’s two universities are joining forces to bring the Soapbox Science event to Nottingham for the first time. The virtual event will engage the public in ground-breaking research that will cover topics including stem cells, cancer therapy and climate change.

Going vegan in January has become an increasingly popular new year diet choice and nutritional experts have launched a study to analyse the nutrient changes in people who become vegan for a short time.