Press releases

Scientists have sent nanoemulsion formulations on a space flight to investigate whether chitosan – a material derived from shrimp and widely used to control the release of medications – performs well in controlling medicine delivery when exposed to zero gravity.

With more exhibitors and visitors than ever before, Science in the Park had a bumper weekend with visitors getting hands-on with a huge range of exciting activities, from scanning brains with the latest wearable technology to finding out about the origins of George the gorilla and building robots.

Researchers have created a novel machine learning method to analyse gravitational waves emitted from neutron star collisions almost instantaneously – even before the merger is fully observed.

Groundbreaking research that has led to the development of a wrist device to help control tics in people with Tourette syndrome is now being used to investigate whether it can help reduce tremor in people with Parkinson’s Disease.

A young scientist from the University of Nottingham has been named as a 2025 Laureate of the prestigious Blavatnik Awards for Young Scientists in the UK.

Female brewing scientists from the University of Nottingham have worked in partnership with local companies to create a visually striking pink beer to celebrate the achievements of women in the brewing industry and raise awareness about the challenges they continue to face.

New research from the University of Nottingham and Peatland Action has highlighted how satellites can be used to predict an area’s landslide susceptibility.

A new study has identified a genetic circuit in plants that controls individual leaf growth and allows the plants to adapt to their environment. The findings could help the development of more drought-resistant crops.

Researchers from the University of Nottingham’s Gravity Laboratory, alongside student LEGO enthusiasts, have developed unique LEGO-based interferometer kits to make quantum science more accessible and engaging.

A new study has identified key genetic pathways in corn that help its roots branch out to find water in soil. The findings could help the development of more drought-resistant corn.