June 9, 2023
Hot weather on the way – how likely are summer heatwaves in the UK?
The National Centre for Atmospheric Science explains the weather conditions creating the hot spell this weekend for the UK, and the likelihood of summer...
June 5, 2023
Warming up for #ShowYourStripes 2023 to support global climate change action
People around the world unite to support climate change action through #ShowYourStripes.
June 1, 2023
Researchers awarded £1.8m to improve turbulence in weather forecasts
The National Centre for Atmospheric Science and the University of Leeds have been awarded £1.8 million to improve forecasts of extreme weather.
June 1, 2023
Met Office sets out to improve summer storm predictions with the FAAM Airborne Laboratory
Researchers from the Met Office are using the FAAM Airborne Laboratory to study summertime storms over the south of the UK.
May 23, 2023
Air Canada to collect climate and air quality data over the North Atlantic
Air Canada has installed scientific instrumentation for air quality and climate monitoring on their new Airbus A330 aircraft.
May 15, 2023
Improving mental health in atmospheric science
Five ways to improve mental health and support wellbeing in the research community.
April 25, 2023
Historical storm data unlocks understanding of extreme weather risks
Scientists have used old weather measurements to shed new light on one of the most severe storms to have hit the British Isles.
April 18, 2023
New moveable weather radar ready for deployment
A new specialised weather radar will help researchers to improve weather forecasts and climate projections.
April 4, 2023
Facility upgrades set to enable national greenhouse gas emissions inventory
A UK research consortium has launched a new programme to develop a national greenhouse gas emissions measurement dashboard for the UK.
March 28, 2023
Sustainable ground power and towing equipment for the FAAM Airborne Laboratory
The FAAM Airborne Laboratory has invested in an electric-powered ground power unit and electric aircraft tug, to reduce carbon emissions from the resear...
March 23, 2023
Scientists awarded £2 million to innovate severe weather warnings in Southern Africa
An international team have been awarded £2 million to transform early warning systems for weather in Southern Africa.
March 21, 2023
FAAM Airborne Laboratory flies with sustainable aviation fuel
The FAAM Airborne Laboratory has used a blend of sustainable aviation fuel for the first time this week on a routine crew training flight.