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.
May 12, 2022
Scientists have made a breakthrough in detecting changes in fossil fuel carbon dioxide emissions using measurements from the Weybourne Atmospheric Obser…
April 14, 2022
Over the last five years, a team of researchers from the National Centre for Atmospheric Science have been working to improve rainfall observations in f…
April 12, 2022
Increased hydrogen emissions from energy use will have repercussions for climate and air quality, say researchers from the National Centre for Atmospher…
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.
April 26, 2022
NCAS is seeking to employ an Executive Support and Governance Officer to join the NCAS Operations Team based at its headquarters in Leeds.
April 1, 2022
The primary role of the Science Director is to provide strategic leadership of NCAS science programmes and to advise the NCAS Management Board on all re…
March 30, 2022
We are now seeking to appoint a Finance Assistant to join the team at NCAS Headquarters, based at the University of Leeds.
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.
May 11, 2022
The first of three Atmospheric Science Conference meetings will take place in-person on Wednesday 6 July 2022. Registration and the call for abstracts a…
March 21, 2022
The Atmospheric Science Conference (ASC) 2022-23 programme will bring together atmospheric scientists from across the UK, for a series of three meetings…
March 19, 2021
The Atmospheric Science Conference will take place this year as a series of virtual events, with the overarching theme of ‘Atmospheric Science for Solut…
Our strategy sets out our commitment to help solve the challenges of climate change, air pollution and weather hazards. Discover how our goals will help society rise to the challenges ahead.
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Human exposure to air pollution is a significant global environmental burden. By improving society’s knowledge of air pollution, we contribute towards improving air quality and reducing its impacts on people and economic development.
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Weather such as storms, heatwaves and cold spells can impact water resources, infrastructure, agriculture and public health. To mitigate these risks, we contribute towards improved early warnings, risk assessments and further knowledge on climate change.
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Human activities are now the major driver of changes in the atmosphere and its interactions with the earth’s climate. To inform adaptation and mitigation policies, we provide robust scientific evidence on how our atmosphere is changing.
Our FAAM Airborne Laboratory operates a specially adapted world-class research aircraft.
The Atmospheric Measurement and Observation Facility (AMOF) is a UK research facility that enables advanced measurements of the atmosphere.
The Centre for Environmental Data Analysis (CEDA) provides data storage and analysis capabilities for the environmental research community.
The Computational Modelling Services (CMS) supports computer simulations for climate, weather and earth-system research.