We provide the UK with the knowledge and expertise to remain at the forefront of atmospheric science.
Our research, skills and infrastructure lead to climate change resilience, clean air solutions,
and early-warning systems for high-risk weather.
October 23, 2025
To honour this year’s theme for Black History Month – ‘Standing Firm in Power and Pride’ – we are celebrating 10 people whose work has shaped our world.
October 15, 2025
Atmospheric research that aims to understand climate change in the Arctic, as part of the Arctic Circle Assembly week.
September 30, 2025
We asked scientists at the National Centre for Atmospheric Science their thoughts on how to use AI in conscious ways for scientific research.
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.
September 8, 2025
We are seeking to appoint a Research Scientist to join our team at the University of Reading.
June 9, 2025
We are seeking to appoint a Workshop Manager to join our team at the University of Leeds.
June 6, 2025
We are seeking to appoint a Research Scientist to join our team at the University of Reading.
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.
September 18, 2025
The National Centre for Atmospheric Science is now accepting applications for our 2025–2026 scientific training programme.
September 10, 2025
Researchers have developed a new approach to understand the role of climate change in extreme weather events and humanitarian disasters.
August 4, 2025
Register your interest for training to use the FAAM Airborne Laboratory.
Our Strategy establishes our commitment to understanding the changing atmosphere to help society prepare for the challenges and opportunities ahead.
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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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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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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…
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 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.