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Review of e-Science 2009 town meeting
23 Dec 2009
Following the completion of the e-Science Review there will be a public launch of the Review Panel report and findings at a 'Town Meeting'. Review of e-Science 2009 town meeting
The closing date is 18 Jan 2010
Theme action plans - Phase 2
18 Dec 2009
NERC's governing Council has approved the second phase of theme action plans, outlining investments of around £80m over the next few years. Theme action plans - Phase 2
Announcement of Opportunity: Long Term Co-evolution of Life and the Planet
16 Dec 2009
Applications are invited for interdisciplinary research grants to investigate major physical or biological change within the geological record, particularly those that have had an impact on carbon and oxygen cycles. Announcement of Opportunity: Long Term Co-evolution of Life and the Planet
The closing date is 30 Mar 2010
Long Term Co-evolution of Life and the Planet - Town Meeting
16 Dec 2009
A Town Meeting will be held at the Geological Society in London on 8 February 2010 to assist in development of proposals to the Long Term Co-evolution of Life and the Planet programme. Long Term Co-evolution of Life and the Planet - Town Meeting
The closing date is 25 Jan 2010
Public dialogue on geoengineering
14 Dec 2009
NERC is planning to carry out a public dialogue on geoengineering. We would welcome your views on geoengineering and on the scope of the dialogue. Public dialogue on geoengineering
The closing date is 15 Jan 2010
Announcement of Opportunity: ESRC/NERC Interdisciplinary Studentship Competition
11 Dec 2009
Applications are now invited for the ESRC/NERC Interdisciplinary Studentship Competition. The competition is being administered by ESRC and the supervisor-led proposals must address the objectives of LWEC. Announcement of Opportunity: ESRC/NERC Interdisciplinary Studentship Competition
The closing date is 11 Feb 2010
New financial limits for NERC research grant schemes
9 Dec 2009
New versions of the NERC Research Grants Handbook and Change Log are now available. These contain revised financial limits for some NERC research grant schemes. In particular, the limit for the New Investigators scheme is now £100k (100% fEC) for the 1 Feb 2010 closing date. New financial limits for NERC research grant schemes
Economic Impact Reporting Framework
8 Dec 2009
NERC has published its Economic Impact Reporting Framework report for 2008-09.
Economic Impact Reporting Framework
Climate Geoengineering - Call for participants
8 Dec 2009
EPSRC and NERC, in partnership under the LWEC programme, intend to provide support to research within the Climate Geoengineering remit through a joint sandpit event. EPSRC are leading the organisation of this event with co-funding from NERC. Climate Geoengineering - Call for participants
The closing date is 20 Jan 2010
NERC's online Christmas card
7 Dec 2009
Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from the Natural Environment Research Council. NERC's online Christmas card
Announcement of Opportunity : Ocean Acidification
4 Dec 2009
The closing date for the AO has been extended until 16:00 on the 16 December 2009. Potential applicants are reminded that although the facility charge per sample is expected to be in the region of £12, it can be increased if full justification is provided. Announcement of Opportunity : Ocean Acidification
The closing date is 16 Dec 2009
£40m research investment to make ecosystem services work for the poor
4 Dec 2009
A pioneering research programme is launched today that will provide the knowledge needed to develop resilient ecosystems and help to reduce poverty in developing countries. £40m research investment to make ecosystem services work for the poor
New funds for Ecosystems Services for Poverty Alleviation research
4 Dec 2009
DFID, NERC and ESRC have announced £40.5m to deliver high quality and cutting-edge research that will improve our understanding of ecosystems, in terms of the services they provide for poverty reduction and inclusive growth processes. New funds for Ecosystems Services for Poverty Alleviation research
MONSooN begins working
1 Dec 2009
Today the new Met Office and Natural Environment Research Council high performance computer, MONSooN, opened for business. MONSooN begins working
Remote sensing technologies for next generation platforms
30 Nov 2009
A summary report from this recently completed scoping study is available. Remote sensing technologies for next generation platforms
Announcement of Opportunity: Technology Proof of Concept
30 Nov 2009
This announcement of opportunity invites proposals for the Technology Proof of Concept programme's second and final grant round. Announcement of Opportunity: Technology Proof of Concept
The closing date is 26 Jan 2010
Responsibility for funding solar terrestrial physics
26 Nov 2009
Following the recommendation of the Wakeham review, NERC and STFC have drawn up an agreement whereby NERC assumes responsibility for funding Earth-oriented solar terrestrial physics research. Responsibility for funding solar terrestrial physics
NERC takes responsibility for Earth-related solar terrestrial physics
26 Nov 2009
Following the recommendation of the Wakeham review, funding responsibility for solar terrestrial physics research which relates to the Earth is being transferred to NERC from STFC. NERC takes responsibility for Earth-related solar terrestrial physics
Climate change science
24 Nov 2009
Three of the UK's leading scientific organisations reinforce the call for action on climate change and confirm their commitment to ensure that world leaders have access to the best possible science. Climate change science
Nominations for Peer Review College membership
20 Nov 2009
We are looking for members with all types of environmental sciences expertise, to be involved in the peer review of proposals. As well as self-nomination, we now also invite nomination of colleagues. Nominations for Peer Review College membership
The closing date is 5 Jan 2010
Recognition for top class research
20 Nov 2009
Three UK institutions have been ranked in the top ten of the world's research institutions in geosciences, according to data published this week in the Times Higher Education Supplement. Recognition for top class research
Announcement of Opportunity: Environmental Exposure and Health Initiative
20 Nov 2009
Outline proposals are invited for the development of interdisciplinary research ideas to investigate the influence of environmental, behavioural and socioeconomic factors on exposure to pollutants and stressors and their health effects in humans. Announcement of Opportunity: Environmental Exposure and Health Initiative
The closing date is 19 Jan 2010
UK Taxonomy and Systematics Review underway
20 Nov 2009
The Expert Working Group, chaired by Professor Charles Godfray, has been appointed and met for the first time on 13 November 2009. UK Taxonomy and Systematics Review underway
Fossil fuel CO2 emissions up by 29 per cent since 2000
18 Nov 2009
The strongest evidence yet that the rise in atmospheric CO2 emissions continues to outstrip the ability of the world's natural 'sinks' to absorb carbon. Fossil fuel CO2 emissions up by 29 per cent since 2000
New funds to stimulate systematics and taxonomy research
16 Nov 2009
NERC and BBSRC have made £750k available over the next three years to kick-start research projects in this field. New funds to stimulate systematics and taxonomy research
Discovery may help manage nanoparticle wastes from consumer products
12 Nov 2009
A new discovery about nanoparticle behaviour in sewage treatment plants could improve the environmental management of nanoparticle wastes. Discovery may help manage nanoparticle wastes from consumer products
Living With Environmental Change seminar
11 Nov 2009
This public policy seminar in London on 30 November has the topic 'How will climate change affect people in the UK and how can we best develop an equitable response?'
Living With Environmental Change seminar
Opportunity for collaborative proposals between UK and Brazil (Sao Paulo)
11 Nov 2009
From December 2009, NERC Standard Grants and Consortium Grants schemes will accept collaborative proposals between UK and Brazilian researchers. Opportunity for collaborative proposals between UK and Brazil (Sao Paulo)
Communicating science to the public
5 Nov 2009
You can now register for a place at one of the six free two-day training courses in science communication skills. Communicating science to the public
Environmental Science - Copenhagen and beyond
30 Oct 2009
This event on 25 November 2009 will demonstrate environmental science's contribution to the issues being discussed at the next UN Climate Change Conference. Environmental Science - Copenhagen and beyond
The closing date is 23 Nov 2009
Soil moisture and ocean salinity satellite ready for launch
29 Oct 2009
A new European Earth observation satellite will be launched in the early hours of Monday morning from the Plesetsk Cosmodrome in northern Russia. Soil moisture and ocean salinity satellite ready for launch
RCUK Business Plan Competition
23 Oct 2009
The Research Councils UK 2009-10 Business Plan Competition is now open.
The closing date is 4 Dec 2009
New members appointed to Science & Innovation Strategy Board
22 Oct 2009
NERC is pleased to announce the appointment of Professor Tim Benton, Professor Gideon Henderson, Professor Martin J Siegert and Professor Geraint Vaughan to the Science & Innovation Strategy Board. New members appointed to Science & Innovation Strategy Board
Climate change monitoring success celebrated
22 Oct 2009
Scientists celebrate the success of three sea temperature measuring devices which have enabled them to produce accurate climate change data. Climate change monitoring success celebrated
Science to Policy training workshop for NERC researchers
20 Oct 2009
The next ESRC/NERC jointly funded workshop 'Engaging with the Public Sector - Living with Environmental Change' will take place on 3-4 December in Birmingham. Science to Policy training workshop for NERC researchers
The closing date is 19 Nov 2009
Quantifying Uncertainty Sandpit - Outcome
20 Oct 2009
£1.4m of NERC funding over 3 years has been awarded to End-to-end Quantification of Uncertainty for Impacts Prediction (EQUIP). Quantifying Uncertainty Sandpit - Outcome
Announcement of Opportunity: Ocean Acidification
15 Oct 2009
Proposals are invited for a service of carbonate chemistry measurements as part of the UK Ocean Acidification Research Programme. Announcement of Opportunity: Ocean Acidification
The closing date is 16 Dec 2009
NERC response to UK civil space activities consultation
14 Oct 2009
NERC has published its response to the Department for Business, Innovation & Skills (BIS) consultation on the funding and management of UK civil space activities. NERC response to UK civil space activities consultation
Growth versus global warming
13 Oct 2009
Houses on stilts and recycling our dishwater are just some of the measures that are being proposed to prepare our cities for the effects of global warming. Growth versus global warming
'Significant risk' of oil production peaking in ten years
8 Oct 2009
A report published today says that there is a significant risk that conventional oil production is likely to peak before 2020. 'Significant risk' of oil production peaking in ten years
Global demand for tropical crop could worsen air quality
6 Oct 2009
An "environmentally friendly" tropical crop could lead to hazardous increases in levels of the air pollutant ozone, say researchers. Global demand for tropical crop could worsen air quality
Acidic clouds nourish world's oceans
5 Oct 2009
Acidic clouds are feeding bioavailable iron to the oceans - a discovery which sheds light on the natural processes that remove carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. Acidic clouds nourish world's oceans
Research gives new meaning to 'green' cross code
5 Oct 2009
Pedestrians could reduce the amount of traffic pollution they breathe in simply by crossing the street, according to new research. Research gives new meaning to 'green' cross code
Research Grants Handbook: October 2009
5 Oct 2009
Revised versions of the NERC Research Grants Handbook and Change Log are now available. There are some changes to the Cross Council Terms and Conditions for research grants. Research Grants Handbook: October 2009
Announcement of Opportunity: Ocean Acidification - Studentships
5 Oct 2009
Studentship proposals are invited as part of the UK Ocean Acidification Research Programme. Announcement of Opportunity: Ocean Acidification - Studentships
The closing date is 8 Dec 2009
UK taxonomy and systematics review
21 Sep 2009
The Natural History Museum has been awarded a contract to work with NERC to manage a review of the UK taxonomy and systematics sector. UK taxonomy and systematics review
Future of the Antarctic Funding Initiative (AFI)
15 Sep 2009
As a result of recent changes NERC has made to the way research is funded and delivered, AFI proposals will in future be considered through the responsive-mode standard grant scheme. Future of the Antarctic Funding Initiative (AFI)
Sex life may hold key to honeybee survival
14 Sep 2009
The greater number and diversity of male partners a queen honeybee has could help to protect her children from disease. Sex life may hold key to honeybee survival
Announcement of Opportunity: Follow-on Fund
7 Sep 2009
Applications are invited to the second round of the 2009 Follow-on Fund. Announcement of Opportunity: Follow-on Fund
The closing date is 30 Sep 2009
Environmental & Social Ecology of Human Infectious Diseases
3 Sep 2009
NERC, MRC, ESRC and BBSRC announce the launch of this new initiative that will generate knowledge on the ways in which the natural and social environments affect the emergence and spread of infectious disease. Environmental & Social Ecology of Human Infectious Diseases
Invitation to submit evidence to the RCUK international review of e-Science 2009
3 Sep 2009
RCUK have asked EPSRC, on behalf of all research councils, to conduct a review of e-Science over the coming months and they are keen to hear the views of the widest possible audience. Invitation to submit evidence to the RCUK international review of e-Science 2009
The closing date is 25 Sep 2009
NERC welcomes recommendations on geo-engineering research
1 Sep 2009
NERC welcomes the Royal Society's report on geo-engineering (published today). NERC welcomes recommendations on geo-engineering research
UN Secretary-General visits the Arctic
1 Sep 2009
The UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon is today visiting Ny-Alesund in Svalbard. UN Secretary-General visits the Arctic
Drugs designed by nature could prevent heart attacks and blood clots
27 Aug 2009
Scientists have tapped into nature's medicine chest to develop a new drug that controls blood flow and prevents clotting. Drugs designed by nature could prevent heart attacks and blood clots
Should females trust showy males?
21 Aug 2009
Research suggests females should be wary of initial flashy displays by males which may not have staying power. Should females trust showy males?
Targeted investments in climate science could present enormous economic savings
20 Aug 2009
New research shows that targeted investments could lead to major benefits in reducing the costs of adapting to a changing climate. Targeted investments in climate science could present enormous economic savings
RRS James Cook rescues Atlantic rower
19 Aug 2009
The Royal Research Ship James Cook has today successfully rescued a solo rower attempting to cross the Atlantic. RRS James Cook rescues Atlantic rower
Announcement of Opportunity: NERC Fellowship Scheme 2009
7 Aug 2009
Applications are invited to the 2009 NERC Fellowship Scheme.
Announcement of Opportunity: NERC Fellowship Scheme 2009
The closing date is 3 Nov 2009
CASE Studentship Open Competition - Announcement of Opportunity
5 Aug 2009
Applications are invited to the CASE Studentship Open Competition. CASE Studentship Open Competition - Announcement of Opportunity
The closing date is 24 Nov 2009
Royal Society Industry Fellowships
5 Aug 2009
Applications are invited to this scheme, which promotes knowledge exchange between academia and industry by establishing personal and corporate links. Royal Society Industry Fellowships
The closing date is 14 Oct 2009
NERC Services & Facilities - Announcement of Opportunity
4 Aug 2009
Two services/facilities in the current NERC portfolio are due for review this year. NERC Services & Facilities - Announcement of Opportunity
The closing date is 30 Sep 2009
Kids in space
31 Jul 2009
Children will soon be able to view the Earth from space using satellite images, as part of a Blue Peter project. Kids in space
NERC Annual Report and Accounts 2008-09
27 Jul 2009
The report sets out NERC's significant progress in delivering its strategy Next Generation Science for Planet Earth, now in its second year of the five-year plan. NERC Annual Report and Accounts 2008-09
European Space Agency arrives in Oxfordshire
22 Jul 2009
The European Space Agency (ESA) has opened its first facility at Harwell in Oxfordshire. European Space Agency arrives in Oxfordshire
FREE annual science meeting
16 Jul 2009
The annual science meeting for the FREE programme will be held at the University of Plymouth on 10-11 September 2009. FREE annual science meeting
The closing date is 19 Aug 2009
Call for proposals: UK Energy Research Centre
14 Jul 2009
The UKERC is issuing a £4.5m call for proposals from universities or other eligible institutions in three topic areas: spatial aspects of bioenergy development in the UK; local and community governance of energy; and, carbon capture and storage - realising the potential. Call for proposals: UK Energy Research Centre
The closing date is 17 Sep 2009
Revised definition of Responsive Mode funding
14 Jul 2009
Following a consultation exercise, we have updated our definition of Responsive Mode. Revised definition of Responsive Mode funding
Announcement of Opportunity: Carbon Capture and Storage
10 Jul 2009
NERC and EPSRC are seeking to fund two consortia to study the ecosystem impacts of geological carbon capture and storage and carry out a whole systems analysis of carbon capture, transport and storage. Announcement of Opportunity: Carbon Capture and Storage
The closing date is 29 Sep 2009
NERC Delivery Report 2008-09 and Economic Impact Baseline 2007-08
30 Jun 2009
NERC's Delivery Report for 2008-09 and Economic Impact Baseline for 2007-08 are now available. NERC Delivery Report 2008-09 and Economic Impact Baseline 2007-08
Economic Impact Baseline 2007-08
30 Jun 2009
NERC has published its Economic Impact Baseline for 2007-08. This Report outlines NERC's current impact across five key areas, including NERC's significant contribution to improving quality of life. Economic Impact Baseline 2007-08
Arctic programme meeting report
25 Jun 2009
A report is available of the Arctic programme meeting held in Birmingham on 13 May 2009. Arctic programme meeting report
Research organisation success rates 2008-09
17 Jun 2009
The details of organisational and departmental success rates in research grant applications made to NERC during 2008-09 are now available. Research organisation success rates 2008-09
Nanotechnology Grand Challenges: Solutions for the Environment
17 Jun 2009
EPSRC have issued a call inviting proposals for large-scale interdisciplinary, integrated projects to provide nanotechnology solutions for the environment. Nanotechnology Grand Challenges: Solutions for the Environment
The closing date is 5 Aug 2009
Announcement of Opportunity: Ocean Acidification
12 Jun 2009
NERC is seeking to appoint a part time Science Coordinator and a part time Knowledge Exchange Coordinator to work on the UK Ocean Acidification Research Programme. Announcement of Opportunity: Ocean Acidification
The closing date is 27 Jul 2009
Announcement of Opportunity - Ocean Acidification
2 Jun 2009
Outline bid proposals are invited to the UK Ocean Acidification Research Programme. Announcement of Opportunity - Ocean Acidification
The closing date is 23 Jul 2009
Nomination and selection for SISB
1 Jun 2009
There is still time to submit self-nominations for membership to NERC's Science & Innovation Strategy Board. Nomination and selection for SISB
The closing date is 8 Jun 2009
Announcement of Opportunity for 2010 flying season
27 May 2009
Eligible persons wishing to use the Airborne Research and Survey Facility in the 2010 Flying Season are invited to submit detailed proposals, including a supporting scientific case. Announcement of Opportunity for 2010 flying season
The closing date is 9 Oct 2009
Environment YES - free training opportunity
20 May 2009
Applications are invited for the fourth annual Environment Young Entrepreneurs Scheme. Environment YES - free training opportunity
The closing date is 17 Jun 2009
New science champions appointed
13 May 2009
New theme leaders have been appointed to champion two of the Natural Environment Research Council's seven environmental research themes. New science champions appointed
Announcement of Opportunity: Antarctic Funding Initiative (AFI)
13 May 2009
The Antarctic Funding Initiative invites proposals annually and supports field-based research conducted within the operating area of the British Antarctic Survey and using its logistic capabilities. Announcement of Opportunity: Antarctic Funding Initiative (AFI)
The closing date is 17 Jul 2009
New appointment to NERC
12 May 2009
Lord Drayson, Minister for Science and Innovation, has announced the appointment of Professor Julia Slingo, OBE, to the Natural Environment Research Council (NERC). New appointment to NERC
New plans to strengthen UK Arctic research
8 May 2009
A dedicated office to support UK scientific research in the Arctic is being established this week by NERC. New plans to strengthen UK Arctic research
NERC citations study 2008 report published
5 May 2009
This report measures the impact of NERC-funded research amongst international scientific community. NERC citations study 2008 report published
Nomination and selection for SISB
27 Apr 2009
Annual call for self-nominations of new members to NERC's Science & Innovation Strategy Board. Nomination and selection for SISB
The closing date is 8 Jun 2009
100 questions to conserve global biodiversity
23 Apr 2009
Conservation experts have identified one hundred key scientific questions that, if answered, could help conserve global biodiversity. 100 questions to conserve global biodiversity
£10m initiative to tackle bee and pollinator decline
21 Apr 2009
Up to £10 million is to be invested to help to identify the main threats to bees and other insect pollinators. £10m initiative to tackle bee and pollinator decline
Ocean Acidification Programme Advisory Group
14 Apr 2009
NERC is looking to recruit members for the Programme Advisory Group of the new Ocean Acidification Research Programme. Ocean Acidification Programme Advisory Group
The closing date is 8 May 2009
Carbon capture has a sparkling future
2 Apr 2009
New research shows that for millions of years CO2 has been stored safely and naturally in underground water in gas fields saturated with the greenhouse gas. Carbon capture has a sparkling future
Updated NERC Delivery Plan and Scorecard
1 Apr 2009
NERC has today published an updated delivery plan and scorecard for 2009/10 - 2010/11. The delivery plan sets out what NERC hopes to achieve over the next two years through a series of high-level aims and priorities. The scorecard outlines some of the specific activities we will undertake to achieve these aims. Updated NERC Delivery Plan and Scorecard
Responsive Mode Action Plan
31 Mar 2009
NERC has published its first Responsive Mode Action Plan. Responsive Mode Action Plan
Announcement of Opportunity: Technology Clusters
26 Mar 2009
NERC invites proposals to develop clusters, one in each of the four NERC strategic technology areas. Announcement of Opportunity: Technology Clusters
The closing date is 14 May 2009
Special e-Science edition of a Royal Society journal published
24 Mar 2009
The Royal Society has just published a special issue journal that focuses on a highly successful discussion meeting featuring the NERC e-Science programme. Special e-Science edition of a Royal Society journal published
£18 million to secure the future of UK energy research
19 Mar 2009
The Research Councils' Energy Research Programme invests in providing energy solutions for the future. £18 million to secure the future of UK energy research
NERC Community Events
18 Mar 2009
Online registration is now available for the events in Glasgow and Bristol. NERC Community Events
The closing date is 15 Apr 2009
Sleek probe to map Earth's gravity
16 Mar 2009
At 14:21 GMT Monday 16 March 2009 the European Space Agency will launch a new satellite to map variations in the Earth's gravity field with unprecedented accuracy. Sleek probe to map Earth's gravity
Deep-sea fish stocks threatened
11 Mar 2009
Commercial fishing in the north-east Atlantic could be harming deep-sea fish populations a kilometre below the deepest reach of fishing trawlers. Deep-sea fish stocks threatened
UK harnesses space technology to tackle global environmental challenges
5 Mar 2009
A major new centre dedicated to harnessing the full potential of space technology for environmental research is launched today. UK harnesses space technology to tackle global environmental challenges
Final frontier: mission to explore buried ancient Antarctic lake given green light
2 Mar 2009
An international team of scientists led by the UK is to explore one of the planet's last great frontiers - an ancient lake hidden deep beneath Antarctica's ice sheet. Final frontier: mission to explore buried ancient Antarctic lake given green light
NERC Community Events 2009
17 Feb 2009
NERC will be holding Community Events in Glasgow on 21 April and Bristol on 24 April 2009. NERC Community Events 2009
Evaluation of the NERC Peer Review College
17 Feb 2009
NERC has published the final report and recommendations of the Evaluation of its Peer Review College. Evaluation of the NERC Peer Review College
UK IODP Symposium
4 Feb 2009
The UK Integrated Ocean Drilling Program conference will be held at the Royal Society, London on 18-19 May 2009.
The closing date is 8 May 2009
2009 NERC/ESRC Interdisciplinary Studentship Competition
30 Jan 2009
Applications are now invited. 2009 NERC/ESRC Interdisciplinary Studentship Competition
The closing date is 3 Apr 2009
NERC Facts 2009
27 Jan 2009
The new edition of this pocket-sized booklet of useful names and contact details is now available to download. Hard copies can also be ordered. NERC Facts 2009
Announcement of Opportunity: Methane Network
26 Jan 2009
NERC invites proposals to establish a three-year Methane Network. Announcement of Opportunity: Methane Network
The closing date is 10 Mar 2009
Oceans 2025 Annual Science Meeting (ASM)
26 Jan 2009
The 2009 ASM will be held on the 1 - 3 June at the Holiday Inn, Liverpool City Centre. More information will be posted directly onto the Oceans 2025 web site events page.
Oceans 2025 Annual Science Meeting (ASM)
Announcement of Opportunity: Technology Proof of Concept
23 Jan 2009
This announcement of opportunity invites proposals for the Technologies Proof of Concept programme's first grant round. Announcement of Opportunity: Technology Proof of Concept
The closing date is 24 Mar 2009
Announcement of Opportunity: Urban Atmospheric Science
22 Jan 2009
NERC invited proposals for a new research programme on Urban Atmospheric Science that include innovative environmental science with strong links to health research and plans for supporting infrastructure investments. Announcement of Opportunity: Urban Atmospheric Science
NERC Knowledge Exchange Call
21 Jan 2009
NERC has been running its KE Call for six years. The call has evolved, and it is appropriate for us to review progress. The next call, closing 3 March 2009, will be the last one until the outcome of this review is known. NERC Knowledge Exchange Call
Ocean Acidification Programme
20 Jan 2009
NERC and Defra are developing a collaborative 5 year research programme of approximately £12m. Ocean Acidification Programme
Study links water pollution with declining male fertility
19 Jan 2009
New research shows how a group of testosterone-blocking chemicals is finding its way into UK rivers. Study links water pollution with declining male fertility
New Investigators closing date - February
16 Jan 2009
The 1 February 2009 New Investigators closing date falls on a Sunday. NERC will therefore allow applications to be submitted up until 16:00 on Monday 2 February 2009, although NERC would strongly encourage applications to be submitted in advance of this date. New Investigators closing date - February
Earliest known bird had hearing similar to an emu
15 Jan 2009
The earliest known bird, magpie-sized Archaeopteryx lithographica, could hear just the same as a modern emu, demonstrating that it was bird-like rather than reptilian. Earliest known bird had hearing similar to an emu
2009 Studentship awards display notice
15 Jan 2009
This is now available. 2009 Studentship awards display notice
Knowledge Exchange Call - Announcement of Opportunity
13 Jan 2009
Applications are invited to the Knowledge Exchange Call. Knowledge Exchange Call - Announcement of Opportunity
The closing date is 3 Mar 2009
Relocation of Airborne Research & Survey Facility operations office
9 Jan 2009
From Monday 12 January 2009, the ARSF's operational activities will be located at Gloucester Airport. Relocation of Airborne Research & Survey Facility operations office
New Year Honours
7 Jan 2009
NERC extends warmest congratulations to colleagues who received the Queen's New Year Honours, in recognition of their outstanding achievements. New Year Honours