Press Releases
The fourth state of matter: How Sun's plasma could help answer humanity's challenges
Scientists are studying plasma in the Sun’s atmosphere, to help address some of humanity’s greatest challenges – from harnessing an endless source of green energy to building knowledge of the Earth’s climate.
Using photosynthesis for Martian occupation – while making space travel more sustainable
Researchers are working on sustainable technology to harvest solar power in space – which could supplement life support systems on the Moon and Mars.
Tiny materials have huge solar energy applications
Tiny materials one hundred thousand times smaller than the width of a strand of hair could be used to improve solar cell technology.
AI lights the way for futuristic electronics – from bendy TVs to lightweight solar cells
Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming modern electronics – accelerating the design of bendable TV screens, ultra-lightweight revolutionised solar cells and more.
World-class centre for single crystal electron diffraction will be UK first
New electron diffraction equipment will revolutionise how we understand crystal structures.
£2.2m grant to investigate new solar cell material – which could be used in space
Research led by the University of Warwick will investigate a new type of solar cell material, which could be used in space, in a bid to reduce reliance on fossil fuels.