August 12, 2025
What are heatwaves and how are they linked to climate change and air pollution?
We asked climate, weather, and air pollution scientists about heatwaves, the link to climate change, and what this means for the UK’s air quality.
Our ambition
We seek to understand our atmosphere, how it is changing, and how it impacts life on earth.
We address global challenges, through our science and our services, helping society adapt to environmental change.
Latest news
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July 30, 2025
How could low emission hydrogen engines cut air pollution from construction?
Hydrogen engines could play a key role in cutting air pollution from the construction industry.
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July 18, 2025
In conversation with Laura Baker: Comparing the UK’s hot summers – 1976 vs 2025
Climate scientist Laura Baker compares the hot and dry summers of 1976 and 2025.
Our training programme
We are committed to providing the best training in atmospheric science in the UK. Our training programme is research-led and delivered by experts, allowing you to master the fundamentals and refine practical skills and techniques.
Latest jobs
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June 9, 2025
Job Opportunity: Workshop Manager – now closed
We are seeking to appoint a Workshop Manager to join our team at the University of Leeds.
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June 6, 2025
Job Opportunity: Research Scientist (Compound Coastal Hazards) – now closed
We are seeking to appoint a Research Scientist to join our team at the University of Reading.
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June 2, 2025
Job Opportunity: Research Scientist (PROMOTE Project) – now closed
We are seeking to recruit a postdoctoral researcher to join our team at the University of Reading.
Equality, diversity and inclusion
We promote equality, celebrate diversity and maintain a working environment where staff feel they can bring their whole self to the workplace and to their work.
Latest events
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August 4, 2025
Course: FAAM Airborne Laboratory User Training
Register your interest for training to use the FAAM Airborne Laboratory.
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July 28, 2025
Course: Atmospheric Measurement & Modelling Summer School
Applications are now open for our Atmospheric Measurement & Modelling Summer School, coming in May 2026.
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July 28, 2025
Course: Introduction to Atmospheric Science
Applications are now open for our Introduction to Atmospheric Science course, coming in February 2026.
Our five-year strategy
Our Strategy establishes our commitment to understanding the changing atmosphere to help society prepare for the challenges and opportunities ahead.
Our science
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Climate and Global Change
We investigate how Earth’s climate is changing – past, present and future – and the implications for people, ecosystems and the planet. Our research spans fundamental processes, present-day variability, and long-term projections, providing robust evide…
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Weather Science
We develop scientific understanding and modelling tools to forecast hazardous and extreme weather, improving resilience across sectors. Our research focuses on how weather systems evolve through interactions from the Earth’s surface to the upper atmosp…
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Air Pollution
We address one of the most pressing environmental risks to health and climate. Our research spans emerging pollutants, indoor air quality, and evolving atmospheric chemistry – using advanced instrumentation, modelling, and collaborations across science…
Sustainability
We are committed to achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2040. We are dedicated to finding innovative ways to enable the atmospheric science we do, while minimising our environmental impacts.
Our services
FAAM Airborne Laboratory
Our FAAM Airborne Laboratory operates a specially adapted world-class research aircraft.
Atmospheric Measurement and Observation Facility
The Atmospheric Measurement and Observation Facility (AMOF) is a UK research facility that enables advanced measurements of the atmosphere.
Centre for Environmental Data Analysis
The Centre for Environmental Data Analysis (CEDA) provides data storage and analysis capabilities for the environmental research community.
Computational Modelling Services
The Computational Modelling Services (CMS) supports computer simulations for climate, weather and earth-system research.