Child asthma deaths linked to air pollution, new report finds12 December 2024Of the 54 children who died of asthma between 2019 and 2023, more than 90 per cent were exposed to air pollution levels above World Health Organization (WHO) guidelines, according to a new report published today [12 December] by the University of Bristol’s National Child Mortality Database (NCMD) team. The report uses the NCMD’s unique data on all child deaths in England to examine deaths due to asthma or anaphylaxis between April 2019 and March 2023.
Cutting-edge research boost as GW4 Isambard 3 supercomputer goes online4 December 2024GW4 Isambard 3, a world-class supercomputer service for AI and high-performance computing (HPC), has officially launched this week, driving innovative new, scientific research in a wide range of areas, including in clean energy, designing optimal configuration of wind farms on both land and water, and modelling fusion reactors to provide green energy in the future.
Meet Bristol’s incredible 2024 Doctoral Prize winners3 December 2024How is static electricity vital for animals’ survival? Why are ancient goddesses making a comeback? Can we improve the heart health of diabetics?
Project to help farmers sell surplus produce to community organisations lands ImpactU funding22 November 2024A new initiative designed to allow farmers to sell surplus produce to community-based buyers such as food banks, small food producers, social supermarkets and beyond, is making waves after being nominated for Transformative Social Venture of the Year at the Knowledge Exchange (KE) Awards and landing ImpactU funding to help develop the project.
Cabot Institute Seedcorn Fund 2024: winning projects announced 18 November 2024Winners of the Cabot Institute Seedcorn Fund for 2024 have been announced. The funds are aimed at supporting bold, ambitious and impactful ideas that transcend disciplinary boundaries. The fund enables the Cabot Institute to support new interdisciplinary connections and establish new research areas, providing a strong foundation for further funding opportunities.
Redefining net zero will not stop global warming – scientists say18 November 2024In a new study, led by the University of Oxford (co-authored by a University of Bristol scientist) and published today [18 November[ in Nature, an international group of authors who developed the science behind net zero demonstrate that relying on ‘natural carbon sinks’ like forests and oceans to offset ongoing CO2 emissions from fossil fuel use will not actually stop global warming.
Major funding to support next generation of biology and environmental researchers13 November 2024The University of Bristol will be among the beneficiaries of £36m in funding announced today [13 November] to support the next generation of researchers across the South West and Wales aiming to solve some of the most pressing challenges around environmental change and biology.
We are looking for the next Chair of our Strategic Advisory Board4 November 2024We are looking for a high-profile, dynamic leader with a passion for climate and environment issues to chair the Strategic Advisory Board (SAB) for the Cabot Institute for the Environment. The SAB plays an important role in guiding the Institute in developing priorities in research, education, and impact, and in providing new connections for the Institute for research partnerships.
Earthshot Prize 2025 - call for nominations17 October 2024The search for the Winners of The Earthshot Prize 2025 has begun and the University of Bristol is proud to be an Official Nominator. Launched in 2020, The Earthshot Prize is an ambitious global prize and platform for impact, designed to discover, celebrate and scale the best solutions to help repair our planet.
Better modelling initiative aims to improve UK flood resilience2 September 2024A new project co-led by the University of Bristol, aims to improve future flood adaptation measures in the UK, providing better-targeted protection against the impact of climate change.
Royal Fort Gardens clinches prestigious Green Flag Award22 August 2024The University of Bristol's Royal Fort Gardens has once again been recognised for its exceptional quality, securing the coveted Green Flag Award for the ninth year in a row.
University researchers help develop AI-powered drones to prevent wildfires21 August 2024A University of Bristol professor has joined forces with Lancashire Fire and Rescue and Windracers to test a swarm of self-coordinating drones for firefighting, as part of an effort to develop cost-effective early mitigation strategies for wildfires.
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