Press releases

A new study has shown that people modify their behaviour to accommodate autonomous delivery robots, and it is this invisible ‘human work’ that allows robots to run smoothly on the streets and needs to be considered when designing their routes.

Researchers have successfully transformed CO2 into methanol by shining sunlight on single atoms of copper deposited on a light-activated material, a discovery that paves the way for creating new green fuels.

Two undergraduate students from the University of Nottingham are part of an international team who have revealed that a brilliant supermassive black hole is not living up to expectations in a new study using NASA’s Chandra X-ray Observatory.

Scientists have for the first time created a giant quantum vortex to mimic a black hole in superfluid helium that has allowed them to see in greater detail how analogue black holes behave and interact with their surroundings.

The University of Nottingham and Nottingham Trent University have been awarded funding for a centre that will train chemists of the future to find new ways to decarbonise manufacturing sectors, and help the East Midlands achieve its net zero target.

Scientists have discovered the specific enzyme that a species of sandfly uses to produce a pheromone attractant, which could lead to the creation of targeted traps to control them and reduce the spread of the potentially fatal disease, Leishmaniasis.

Researchers have launched a study to investigate women’s experiences of changes in memory and concentration across different stages of the menopause.

Scientists awarded £3.2m for ‘missions’ to develop drug delivery systems to treat disease

A new study has revealed that employees who are more mindful in the digital workplace are better protected against stress, anxiety and overload.

Investment in the latest technology and equipment will allow experts at the University of Nottingham to enhance support for East Midlands food and drink businesses.