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October 13, 2023

National Centre for Atmospheric Science informs air quality briefing for MPs

The National Centre for Atmospheric Science has provided vital input to a recent House of Commons Library research briefing.

#Air Pollution #Air Pollution in Urban Areas #Emissions

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October 13, 2023

Scientists monitor emissions from aircraft engines running on sustainable fuels

The National Centre for Atmospheric Science has completed tests to quantify the emissions from the combustion of sustainable aviation fuels.

#Air Pollution #Emissions #Environmental Sustainability

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October 12, 2023

Scientists awarded £1 million to use artificial intelligence in storm nowcasting for Africa

£1 million to create tropical storm forecast methods using artificial intelligence has been awarded to researchers.

#Climate and High-impact Weather

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October 11, 2023

Climate scientists explain why 2023 is on track to be the warmest year on record

Climate scientists anticipate 2023 to be the warmest year on record, with the fourth monthly global temperature record in a row recently set in September.

#Climate and High-impact Weather

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October 10, 2023

Mental health awareness in atmospheric science

We are promoting ways to improve mental health and support wellbeing in the atmospheric science community.

#Equality Diversity and Inclusion

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October 9, 2023

Black History Month: Why we need impactful action across atmospheric science

We are sharing with staff and colleagues across the atmospheric science community an overview of why Black History Month is important.

#Equality Diversity and Inclusion

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October 6, 2023

7 ways to support the LGBTQIA+ science community

Ways to include and endorse people who are LGBTQIA+ in science, and contribute to creating a more inclusive research environment.

#Equality Diversity and Inclusion

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September 21, 2023

International team of scientists probe the causes of air pollution in North America

Researchers tracked air pollution emissions across North America as part of a six-week study in Toronto.

#Air Pollution #Air Pollution in Urban Areas

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September 19, 2023

Scientists use biofuel to power storm-tracking weather radar for the first time

Scientists used biofuel-powered weather radar for the first time this summer, to observe stormy conditions in a more environmentally sustainable way.

#Atmospheric Measurement and Observation Facility #Climate and High-impact Weather #Environmental Sustainability

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September 8, 2023

FAAM Airborne Laboratory shares live data for more accurate weather forecasting

The FAAM Airborne Laboratory now has the capability to share live weather data as it flies, directly to the Met Office for use in weather forecasting.

#FAAM Airborne Laboratory