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NERC funds world-class science in universities and our own research centres that increases knowledge and understanding of the natural world. We are tackling the 21st century's major environmental issues such as climate change, biodiversity and natural hazards. We lead in providing independent research and training in the environmental sciences. NERC's mission
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'Experiment Earth?' Public have their say on technologies to reduce global warming
9 Sep 2010
A report published today outlines peoples' attitudes to this emerging area of research. 'Experiment Earth?' Public have their say on technologies to reduce global warming
Announcement of opportunity - Atmospheric Science, 2011 flying season
24 Aug 2010
The ARSF invites direct access applications to be flown in the UK and Europe during a three-week period in October 2011. Announcement of opportunity - Atmospheric Science, 2011 flying season
The closing date is 5 Nov 2010
Reappointments to NERC Council
20 Aug 2010
David Willetts, Minister for Universities & Science, has announced that five members of NERC's Council will serve for a further three years. Reappointments to NERC Council
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Planet Earth Summer 2010
Read the latest issue - now available as an e-magazine.