Volcanic pollution link to respiratory disease increase
Respiratory disease increased markedly following one of Iceland’s largest volcanic eruptions, a new study has found.
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Extra 100 million years before Earth saw permanent oxygen rise
The permanent rise of oxygen in the Earth’s atmosphere, which fundamentally changed the subsequent nature of Earth’s habitability, occurred much later than thought, according to new research.
‘Creating possibilities and giving hope’: on the GCRF frontline
UK Research and Innovation has announced a large cut to the Global Challenges Research Fund (GCRF) as a result of the Government’s decision to reduce spending on international aid.
Eating processed meat could increase dementia risk
Eating processed meat has been linked with an increased risk of developing dementia.
University awards celebrate women's achievements
The outstanding accomplishments of 28 staff have been recognised in the University’s Women of Achievement awards 2021.
Lightning strikes played vital role in origins of life on Earth
Lightning strikes were just as important as meteorites in creating the perfect conditions for life to emerge on Earth, geologists say.
Reliably measuring microplastics released during laundry
The first test method that can reliably measure the amount of small plastic particles released from textiles during domestic laundering has been developed by scientists.
‘Medieval Glastonbury’ to focus on climates: IMC 2021
The International Medieval Congress (IMC), one of the biggest academic conferences taking place online in the world this year, is to take climates as its theme.
Glaciers accelerate in the Getz region of West Antarctica
Glaciers in West Antarctica are moving more quickly from land into the ocean, contributing to rising global sea levels.
New £10m research centre for greener global finance
The UK is investing £10 million in a new national green finance research centre that will advise lenders, investors and insurers.