History - Oct 2
Stories, History, and Poetry: Being Human Festival presents a diverse Scottish line-up
Stories, History, and Poetry: Being Human Festival presents a diverse Scottish line-up
Physics - Oct 2
Opinion: Think before shouting at your child: to them, words can be as harmful as physical blows
Opinion: Think before shouting at your child: to them, words can be as harmful as physical blows
Pharmacology - Oct 2
Oxford R21/Matrix-M(TM) malaria vaccine receives WHO recommendation for use paving the way for global roll-out
Oxford R21/Matrix-M(TM) malaria vaccine receives WHO recommendation for use paving the way for global roll-out
Career - Oct 2
Poverty, unemployment, terrorism and global kleptocracy celebrated for real-world impacts
Poverty, unemployment, terrorism and global kleptocracy celebrated for real-world impacts
Environment - Oct 2
Innovative flood resilience project announced as ESRC Celebrating Impact Prize Finalist
Innovative flood resilience project announced as ESRC Celebrating Impact Prize Finalist
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Scientists make plastic from sugar and carbon dioxide
Some biodegradable plastics could in the future be made using sugar and carbon dioxide, replacing unsustainable plastics made from crude oil, following research by scientists from the Centre for Sustainable Chemical Technologies (CSCT) at the University of Bath.
Physics - Chemistry - 05.06.2017 
Physicists squeeze extra data from superfast x-ray probes using machine learning
Chemical reactions could be probed in even greater detail using a method invented by Imperial researchers that better characterises ultrafast x-rays. X-rays can be used to investigate the structures of, and reactions between, molecules on very small scales and at high speed. To do this, scientists use free electron lasers (FELs) to create a train of x-ray pulses.
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Interrogating proteins
Scientists from the University of Bristol have designed a new protein structure, and are using it to understand how protein structures are stabilised. This research will help to design small proteins and small molecules that could be the basis for future biotechnologies and medicines. A team of chemists and biochemists from the Bristol BioDesign Institute have designed a new protein structure.
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UofG Professor recognised for his dedicated research on carotenoid biochemistry
Professor Richard Cogdell, Hooker Chair of Botany at the Institute of Molecular Cell and Systems Biology, has been awarded a Fellowship of the International Carotenoid Society as well as their Trevor Goodwin Award.
Chemistry - 11.05.2017
Chemistry - Physics - 11.05.2017 
Next-gen solar cells could be improved by atomic-scale redesign
Researchers have uncovered the exact mechanism that causes new solar cells to break down in air, paving the way for a solution. Solar cells harness energy from the Sun and provide an alternative to non-renewable energy sources like fossil fuels. However, they face challenges from costly manufacturing processes and poor efficiency - the amount of sunlight converted to useable energy.
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Dino-killing asteroid sped up bird evolution
Human activities could change the pace of evolution, similar to what occurred 66 million years ago when a giant asteroid wiped out the dinosaurs, leaving modern birds as their only descendants. That's one conclusion drawn by the authors of a new study just published in Systematic Biology. Dr Daniel Field from the Milner Centre for Evolution at the University of Bath and Cornell PhD candidate Jacob Berv suggest that the meteor-induced mass extinction (a.k.a.
Human activities could change the pace of evolution, similar to what occurred 66 million years ago when a giant asteroid wiped out the dinosaurs, leaving modern birds as their only descendants. That's one conclusion drawn by the authors of a new study just published in Systematic Biology. Dr Daniel Field from the Milner Centre for Evolution at the University of Bath and Cornell PhD candidate Jacob Berv suggest that the meteor-induced mass extinction (a.k.a.
New toothpaste uses latest research to put minerals back into teeth
Researchers from Queen Mary University of London (QMUL) have launched a new toothpaste which repairs decaying teeth using 'bioactive' glass.
Researchers from Queen Mary University of London (QMUL) have launched a new toothpaste which repairs decaying teeth using 'bioactive' glass.
Copying nature’s lock-and-key system could improve rapid medical diagnostics
Researchers have designed a system that rapidly recognises the specific biological molecules that can indicate disease. The team from Imperial College London have developed a nanoscale sensor that can selectively detect protein molecules at the single-molecule level, which could help in early stage clinical diagnosis.
Researchers have designed a system that rapidly recognises the specific biological molecules that can indicate disease. The team from Imperial College London have developed a nanoscale sensor that can selectively detect protein molecules at the single-molecule level, which could help in early stage clinical diagnosis.
Step towards better ’beyond lithium’ batteries
A step towards new "beyond lithium" rechargeable batteries with superior performance has been made by researchers at the University of Bath. We increasingly rely on rechargeable batteries for a host of essential uses; from mobile phones and electric cars to electrical grid storage. At present this demand is taken up by lithium-ion batteries.
A step towards new "beyond lithium" rechargeable batteries with superior performance has been made by researchers at the University of Bath. We increasingly rely on rechargeable batteries for a host of essential uses; from mobile phones and electric cars to electrical grid storage. At present this demand is taken up by lithium-ion batteries.
Organic phosphorus key to future food security and sustainability
Research into organic phosphorus is key to ensure future food security and environmental sustainability, according to an international group of scientists led by researchers at the James Hutton Institute, Lancaster University's Environment Centre and Rothamsted Research in the UK.
Research into organic phosphorus is key to ensure future food security and environmental sustainability, according to an international group of scientists led by researchers at the James Hutton Institute, Lancaster University's Environment Centre and Rothamsted Research in the UK.
Hydrogen power moves a step closer
Physicists at Lancaster University are developing methods of creating renewable fuel from water using quantum technology.
Physicists at Lancaster University are developing methods of creating renewable fuel from water using quantum technology.
Sexually aroused male flies unable to sleep after close encounters with females
The urge to mate appears to override the need to sleep in flies, according to new research that hints at the importance of sleep for animals. The result suggests that there are some situations where flies and other animals can eliminate the drive to sleep entirely, rather than put it off until later.
The urge to mate appears to override the need to sleep in flies, according to new research that hints at the importance of sleep for animals. The result suggests that there are some situations where flies and other animals can eliminate the drive to sleep entirely, rather than put it off until later.
Self-assembling nanoparticle arrays can switch between a mirror and a window
By finely tuning the distance between nanoparticles in a single layer, researchers have made a filter that can change between a mirror and a window. The development could help scientists create special materials whose optical properties can be changed in real time. These materials could then be used for applications from tuneable optical filters to miniature chemical sensors.
By finely tuning the distance between nanoparticles in a single layer, researchers have made a filter that can change between a mirror and a window. The development could help scientists create special materials whose optical properties can be changed in real time. These materials could then be used for applications from tuneable optical filters to miniature chemical sensors.
Scientists make methanol using air around us
Scientists at Cardiff University have created methanol from methane using oxygen from the air. Methanol is currently produced by breaking down natural gas at high temperatures into hydrogen gas and carbon monoxide before reassembling them - expensive and energy-intensive processes known as 'steam reforming' and 'methanol synthesis.' But researchers at Cardiff Catalysis Institute have discovered they can produce methanol from methane through simple catalysis that allows methanol production at low temperatures using oxygen and hydrogen peroxide.
Scientists at Cardiff University have created methanol from methane using oxygen from the air. Methanol is currently produced by breaking down natural gas at high temperatures into hydrogen gas and carbon monoxide before reassembling them - expensive and energy-intensive processes known as 'steam reforming' and 'methanol synthesis.' But researchers at Cardiff Catalysis Institute have discovered they can produce methanol from methane through simple catalysis that allows methanol production at low temperatures using oxygen and hydrogen peroxide.
Artificial enzyme functions as well as natural version
Scientists from the University of Bristol have designed an artificial enzyme that functions as well as (and in some cases better than) a vital class of natural enzymes.
Scientists from the University of Bristol have designed an artificial enzyme that functions as well as (and in some cases better than) a vital class of natural enzymes.
Underwater expedition ties together physical, chemical and biological impacts of melting ice sheets
A group of international researchers have returned from a highly successful expedition to the Labrador Sea and coastal Greenland, led by scientists at the University of Bristol. The aim of the expedition was to investigate the role of melting ice on the chemistry and biology of the oceans - to find out how melting ice supplies the essential nutrients that feed marine life.
A group of international researchers have returned from a highly successful expedition to the Labrador Sea and coastal Greenland, led by scientists at the University of Bristol. The aim of the expedition was to investigate the role of melting ice on the chemistry and biology of the oceans - to find out how melting ice supplies the essential nutrients that feed marine life.
Fluorescent crystal mystery solved
A decades-old mystery of why a naturally-occurring organic crystal fluoresces blue under ultra-violet light, yet when grown under laboratory conditions fluoresces with an intense green colour, has been solved by scientists from the University of Bristol. The colour of crystals is a function of their atomic structure.
A decades-old mystery of why a naturally-occurring organic crystal fluoresces blue under ultra-violet light, yet when grown under laboratory conditions fluoresces with an intense green colour, has been solved by scientists from the University of Bristol. The colour of crystals is a function of their atomic structure.
Scientist shortlisted in national image competition | University of Oxford
'Butterfly in a cell' represents mitochondria, small structures floating free throughout the cell, that create the energy that allows the heart to keep pumping.
'Butterfly in a cell' represents mitochondria, small structures floating free throughout the cell, that create the energy that allows the heart to keep pumping.
Candy cane supercapacitor could enable fast charging of mobile phones
Supercapacitors promise recharging of phones and other devices in seconds and minutes as opposed to hours for batteries.
Supercapacitors promise recharging of phones and other devices in seconds and minutes as opposed to hours for batteries.
Why abseiling spiders don’t spin out of control - new research
Seeing an abseiling spider descend gracefully using its dragline silk instead of spinning unpredictably and uncontrollably is a magnificent sight.
Seeing an abseiling spider descend gracefully using its dragline silk instead of spinning unpredictably and uncontrollably is a magnificent sight.
Humphry Davy: Laughing Gas, Literature and the Lamp
A free online course , organised by Lancaster University, will examine one of the best-known men of science of the nineteenth century.
A free online course , organised by Lancaster University, will examine one of the best-known men of science of the nineteenth century.
Using glucose to fuel drug delivery to the brain
A new drug delivery system that autonomously navigates the body using its own glucose molecules has been developed and tested by a UCL-led team of scientists.
A new drug delivery system that autonomously navigates the body using its own glucose molecules has been developed and tested by a UCL-led team of scientists.
Armyworm biopesticide moves closer
Researchers win funding to push forward the production of a cheap, effective and locally-produced biopesticide to combat one of Africa's major crop pests.
Researchers win funding to push forward the production of a cheap, effective and locally-produced biopesticide to combat one of Africa's major crop pests.
Structure of newly discovered antibiotics finally pinned down
Chemists from the University of Bristol have revised the structure of baulamycins A and B by combining chemical synthesis, computational modelling and Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) spectroscopy. In 2014, a team from Michigan University discovered two molecules, baulamycins A and B, from the coast of Costa Rica that were very active against anthrax and superbug MRSA.
Chemists from the University of Bristol have revised the structure of baulamycins A and B by combining chemical synthesis, computational modelling and Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) spectroscopy. In 2014, a team from Michigan University discovered two molecules, baulamycins A and B, from the coast of Costa Rica that were very active against anthrax and superbug MRSA.
Link identified between continental breakup, volcanic carbon emissions and evolution
Researchers have found that the formation and breakup of supercontinents over hundreds of millions of years controls volcanic carbon emissions. The results , reported , could lead to a reinterpretation of how the carbon cycle has evolved over Earth's history, and how this has impacted the evolution of Earth's habitability.
Researchers have found that the formation and breakup of supercontinents over hundreds of millions of years controls volcanic carbon emissions. The results , reported , could lead to a reinterpretation of how the carbon cycle has evolved over Earth's history, and how this has impacted the evolution of Earth's habitability.
Imperial academic to lead UK’s new national science hub
An Imperial chemical engineer will lead a new national centre of excellence in technology development and innovation.
An Imperial chemical engineer will lead a new national centre of excellence in technology development and innovation.
Can the UK’s gas grid go green? New white paper explores options
Options for a greener gas grid are explored by researchers from Imperial College London in a white paper out today. The gas grid or network currently transports natural gas to industries, households and businesses. Due to concerns over greenhouse gas emissions, scientific scenarios to tackle climate change show a reduced role for gas networks in the future, with policymakers preferring routes that involve decarbonised electricity.
Options for a greener gas grid are explored by researchers from Imperial College London in a white paper out today. The gas grid or network currently transports natural gas to industries, households and businesses. Due to concerns over greenhouse gas emissions, scientific scenarios to tackle climate change show a reduced role for gas networks in the future, with policymakers preferring routes that involve decarbonised electricity.
First Monash Warwick Alliance science PhD graduate receives degree
First student from the Monash Warwick Alliance to receive degree in person graduated at the University of Warwick this week Sze-Yin Tan - originally from Malaysia - awarded a Doctor of Philosophy in
First student from the Monash Warwick Alliance to receive degree in person graduated at the University of Warwick this week Sze-Yin Tan - originally from Malaysia - awarded a Doctor of Philosophy in
Perfecting the Pipers crisp
When Pipers Crisps — one of Britain's best-known crisp brands — wanted to understand more about the science behind their premium products and processes they turned to food experts at the University of Nottingham. This Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP), supported by Innovate UK , was established in 2015.
When Pipers Crisps — one of Britain's best-known crisp brands — wanted to understand more about the science behind their premium products and processes they turned to food experts at the University of Nottingham. This Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP), supported by Innovate UK , was established in 2015.
Green method developed for making artificial spider silk
Researchers have designed a super stretchy, strong and sustainable material that mimics the qualities of spider silk, and is 'spun' from a material that is 98% water. This method of making fibres could be a sustainable alternative to current manufacturing methods. Darshil Shah A team of architects and chemists from the University of Cambridge has designed super-stretchy and strong fibres which are almost entirely composed of water, and could be used to make textiles, sensors and other materials.
Researchers have designed a super stretchy, strong and sustainable material that mimics the qualities of spider silk, and is 'spun' from a material that is 98% water. This method of making fibres could be a sustainable alternative to current manufacturing methods. Darshil Shah A team of architects and chemists from the University of Cambridge has designed super-stretchy and strong fibres which are almost entirely composed of water, and could be used to make textiles, sensors and other materials.
Chemists awarded £1M to develop catalysts of the future
A University of Bath chemist has received £1M to develop cheaper and more environmentally friendly catalysts with potential applications in pharmaceuticals, agriculture, food additives and plastics.
A University of Bath chemist has received £1M to develop cheaper and more environmentally friendly catalysts with potential applications in pharmaceuticals, agriculture, food additives and plastics.
Chemist awarded £1M to develop catalysts of the future
A University of Bath chemist has received £1M to develop cheaper and more environmentally friendly catalysts with potential applications in pharmaceuticals, agriculture, food additives and plastics.
A University of Bath chemist has received £1M to develop cheaper and more environmentally friendly catalysts with potential applications in pharmaceuticals, agriculture, food additives and plastics.
Come and fire your passion for all things STEM
The latest cutting-edge research will be on display at Big Bang Bristol, a free two-day science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) extravaganza at the Trinity Arts Centre, Bristol, on Thursday 6 and Friday 7 July.
The latest cutting-edge research will be on display at Big Bang Bristol, a free two-day science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) extravaganza at the Trinity Arts Centre, Bristol, on Thursday 6 and Friday 7 July.
Imperial academic discusses his work on algae fuel factories
An Imperial engineer talks about his work in 'coaxing' algae into manufacturing and excreting biofuels on an industrial scale.
An Imperial engineer talks about his work in 'coaxing' algae into manufacturing and excreting biofuels on an industrial scale.
Researchers come out in force for Summer Science Exhibition
A knife that sniffs out cancer and technology for boosting signals from Mars are examples of Imperial research going on show at a prestigious event.
A knife that sniffs out cancer and technology for boosting signals from Mars are examples of Imperial research going on show at a prestigious event.
Eleven tips for viewing and collecting asteroid fragments
Imperial researchers give tips about how to observe shooting stars and what to do if they fall to Earth, as part of Asteroid Day celebrations. Asteroid Day is a UN sanctioned global day of education to raise awareness about asteroids. The day is also being held to raise awareness about how we can protect Earth from asteroid impacts.
Imperial researchers give tips about how to observe shooting stars and what to do if they fall to Earth, as part of Asteroid Day celebrations. Asteroid Day is a UN sanctioned global day of education to raise awareness about asteroids. The day is also being held to raise awareness about how we can protect Earth from asteroid impacts.
Ozone recovery may be delayed by unregulated chemicals
Recent increases in an unregulated ozone-depleting substance, could delay recovery of Antarctic ozone levels by 5-30 years, depending on emissions scenarios.
Recent increases in an unregulated ozone-depleting substance, could delay recovery of Antarctic ozone levels by 5-30 years, depending on emissions scenarios.
UCL’s first satellite ‘UCLSat’ launched
UCLSat, a satellite designed and built by UCL engineers and scientists, has been launched today from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in India as part of an international mission called QB50.
UCLSat, a satellite designed and built by UCL engineers and scientists, has been launched today from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in India as part of an international mission called QB50.
Gold catalysis collaboration wins RSC prize
The commercialisation of a ground-breaking catalyst by Cardiff University and UK chemicals company Johnson Matthey has been honoured at the Royal Society of Chemistry's annual awards.
The commercialisation of a ground-breaking catalyst by Cardiff University and UK chemicals company Johnson Matthey has been honoured at the Royal Society of Chemistry's annual awards.
Some biodegradable plastics could in the future be made using sugar and carbon dioxide, replacing unsustainable plastics made from crude oil, following research by scientists from the Centre for Sustainable Chemical Technologies (CSCT) at the University of Bath.
Chemical reactions could be probed in even greater detail using a method invented by Imperial researchers that better characterises ultrafast x-rays. X-rays can be used to investigate the structures of, and reactions between, molecules on very small scales and at high speed. To do this, scientists use free electron lasers (FELs) to create a train of x-ray pulses.
Launch of Technician Commitment
The Vice-Chancellor of Nottingham has backed a national pledge to support technicians working in higher education.
The Vice-Chancellor of Nottingham has backed a national pledge to support technicians working in higher education.
Himalayan powerhouses: how Sherpas have evolved superhuman energy efficiency
Sherpas have evolved to become superhuman mountain climbers, extremely efficient at producing the energy to power their bodies even when oxygen is scarce, suggests new research published today in the Proceedings of National Academy of Sciences (PNAS) . Sherpas have spent thousands of years living at high altitudes, so it should be unsurprising that they have adapted to become more efficient at using oxygen and generating energy Andrew Murray The findings could help scientists develop new ways of treating hypoxia - lack of oxygen - in patients.
Sherpas have evolved to become superhuman mountain climbers, extremely efficient at producing the energy to power their bodies even when oxygen is scarce, suggests new research published today in the Proceedings of National Academy of Sciences (PNAS) . Sherpas have spent thousands of years living at high altitudes, so it should be unsurprising that they have adapted to become more efficient at using oxygen and generating energy Andrew Murray The findings could help scientists develop new ways of treating hypoxia - lack of oxygen - in patients.
Scientists from the University of Bristol have designed a new protein structure, and are using it to understand how protein structures are stabilised. This research will help to design small proteins and small molecules that could be the basis for future biotechnologies and medicines. A team of chemists and biochemists from the Bristol BioDesign Institute have designed a new protein structure.
New breakthrough makes it easier to turn old coffee waste into cleaner biofuels
A new process has the potential to enable 720,000 tonnes of biodiesel to be produced each year from spent coffee grounds Future Americano, cappuccino and latte drinkers could help produce the raw material for a greener biofuel that would reduce our reliance on diesel from fossil fuels. Purpose-grown feedstocks (used to extract oils) for biodiesels are controversial because of their cost and the demand they place on land and water.
A new process has the potential to enable 720,000 tonnes of biodiesel to be produced each year from spent coffee grounds Future Americano, cappuccino and latte drinkers could help produce the raw material for a greener biofuel that would reduce our reliance on diesel from fossil fuels. Purpose-grown feedstocks (used to extract oils) for biodiesels are controversial because of their cost and the demand they place on land and water.
Professor Richard Cogdell, Hooker Chair of Botany at the Institute of Molecular Cell and Systems Biology, has been awarded a Fellowship of the International Carotenoid Society as well as their Trevor Goodwin Award.
Researchers have uncovered the exact mechanism that causes new solar cells to break down in air, paving the way for a solution. Solar cells harness energy from the Sun and provide an alternative to non-renewable energy sources like fossil fuels. However, they face challenges from costly manufacturing processes and poor efficiency - the amount of sunlight converted to useable energy.
History - Oct 2
Stories, History, and Poetry: Being Human Festival presents a diverse Scottish line-up
Stories, History, and Poetry: Being Human Festival presents a diverse Scottish line-up
Physics - Oct 2
Opinion: Think before shouting at your child: to them, words can be as harmful as physical blows
Opinion: Think before shouting at your child: to them, words can be as harmful as physical blows
Pharmacology - Oct 2
Oxford R21/Matrix-M(TM) malaria vaccine receives WHO recommendation for use paving the way for global roll-out
Oxford R21/Matrix-M(TM) malaria vaccine receives WHO recommendation for use paving the way for global roll-out
Career - Oct 2
Poverty, unemployment, terrorism and global kleptocracy celebrated for real-world impacts
Poverty, unemployment, terrorism and global kleptocracy celebrated for real-world impacts
Environment - Oct 2
Innovative flood resilience project announced as ESRC Celebrating Impact Prize Finalist
Innovative flood resilience project announced as ESRC Celebrating Impact Prize Finalist