March 5, 2026
Why is there Saharan dust in the UK, and what does it mean for weather and air quality?
Saharan dust is drifting over the UK, which can hazy skies and vibrant sunsets, and occasionally reduce air quality.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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September 24, 2025
NCAS awarded funding to push the frontiers of environmental research
NCAS is embarking on three new ambitious climate change and air pollution research projects.
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August 20, 2025
Tropical storm: NCAS solidarity with Cabo Verde and our atmospheric observatory colleagues
Our thoughts are with the people of Cabo Verde following the devastating impact of a tropical storm.
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August 12, 2025
What are heatwaves and how are they linked to climate change and air pollution?
We asked climate, weather, and air pollution scientists about heatwaves, the link to climate change, and what this means for the UK’s air quality.
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August 1, 2025
How could low emission hydrogen engines cut air pollution from construction?
Hydrogen engines could play a key role in cutting air pollution from the construction industry.
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July 14, 2025
East Asia: What is the link between air pollution and global warming?
Recent efforts to reduce air pollution in East Asia may have inadvertently contributed to a noticeable acceleration in global warming since 2010.