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Rural England with houses dotted between fields and wind turbines on the horizon

Researchers from the Supergen Energy Networks Hub and the Fair Energy Futures research communities explore the effects of the net-zero energy transition on vulnerable communities.

Dotson Ice Shelf with sea in front

A glacier in Antarctica is committing “ice piracy” – stealing ice from a neighbour – in a phenomenon that has never been observed in such a short time frame, say scientists. 

A group of researchers and community members sitting around a table

Researchers in the UK and Indonesia are working together to help communities fight the health and environmental impact of peatland fires.

A far off view of a city with plumes of smoke rising into the air

Up to 250,000 deaths from poor air quality could be prevented annually in central and western Europe by 2050 if greenhouse gas emissions are drastically reduced, say researchers.

Robin Hayward at the top of a lecture theatre hanging by a rope. Behind them is a screen showing animals from the rainforest, and below are audience members in the theatre.

Dr Robin Hayward presented a fascinating talk about forest research, climbing ropes to the top of the theatre to show the audience what it takes to study canopies.