Press releases

Scientists have discovered a rapid molecular switch in plant roots that allows them to detect dry soils and redirect root growth to find water. This discovery could help in developing drought-resilient crops and addressing future food security challenges.

New research has revealed that learning how to recall multiplication tables doesn’t automatically mean children understand how to apply this knowledge and that different methods of practice can be equally helpful for recall of multiplication facts. The findings could be used to support children’s mathematics learning at school and at home.

A trio of Nottingham professors have been recognised for their contributions to sustainable chemistry with an award from the European Chemical Society (EuChemS).

A new exhibition will allow visitors to step into the invisible world of space rocks with ultra-magnified images of samples from the moon and mars on display in the planetarium at the Sherwood Observatory.

Scientists from across the globe have signed a declaration today that calls for urgent action and collaboration to embed sustainability into the practice of chemistry teaching and research.

Scientists have developed a method for analysing the structure of lipid nanoparticles that could be used to improve vaccine and drug delivery, targeting a wide range of health issues.

Researchers have demonstrated that by using a semiconductor with flexible bonds, the material can be moulded into various structures using nano containers, without altering its composition, the discovery could lead to the design of a variety of customised electronic devices using only a single element.

John King, Professor of Theoretical Mechanics in the University of Nottingham’s School of Mathematical Sciences, has been elected Fellow of the Royal Society.

Research showing how the roots of a widely used pigeon pea crop responds to heat stress will be on display at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show this week as part of ‘The Garden of the Future’.

A food policy expert from the University of Nottingham will play a key role in a DEFRA review to help find solutions to boost farm profitability.