January 20, 2026
What does climate change mean for cold weather?
We asked climate and weather scientists about “coldwaves”, the role of climate change, and what the UK's winters will be like in the future.
January 16, 2026
Hover to measure: Meet the drones of atmospheric science
We spoke to research scientists at the National Centre for Atmospheric Science about the use of drones - also known as UAVs - in atmospheric science.
January 12, 2026
In conversation with Professor Ed Hawkins: UK’s warmest year and a causal chain for extreme heat
We spoke to climate scientist Ed Hawkins about 2025 being the UK’s warmest year on record.
December 17, 2025
Unlocking answers to climate change, air pollution, and high-risk weather in 2025
We're looking back at our science stories from this year, and highlighting the contributions our community of staff have made towards atmospheric science.
December 10, 2025
30 years and 15 petabytes: New report by the Centre for Environmental Data Analysis
Stats and highlights in the 2024-2025 annual report by the Centre for Environmental Data Analysis.
December 10, 2025
Making research matter: UK’s leading research organisations unite
NCAS is proud to be part of a new alliance called the National Research Organisations Group.
December 9, 2025
Scientists probe how sustainable aviation fuel affects air quality and climate
Scientists study air pollutant emissions from an aircraft engine running on sustainable aviation fuel.
December 3, 2025
New fire extinguishers to reduce ozone-depleting equipment on our atmospheric research aircraft
We are replacing our research aircraft's fire extinguishers to comply with a government directive to reduce ozone depleting substances.
December 3, 2025
Study reveals high levels of air pollution in the homes of Bradford families
High concentrations of fine particulate matter were found in some of the homes participating in the long-term Born in Bradford health study.
December 1, 2025
“Internships make a difference” – supporting skills for students
Find out how internships make a difference to students and scientific research.
November 28, 2025
Major drop in ship sulfur emissions confirmed following global regulation change
Researchers confirm that sulfur emissions from ships have significantly reduced due to global regulations.
November 17, 2025
Taking action to lower our carbon footprint
Highlighting how NCAS is taking action to lower our carbon footprint, during COP30.