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Violent storms provide testing conditions for research scientists
15 Dec 2011
A team of researchers has been flying a research aircraft into the powerful storms battering Britain to obtain the data needed to help predict extremely stormy weather. Violent storms provide testing conditions for research scientists
Announcement of Opportunity: Greenhouse Gas Emissions and Feedbacks
9 Dec 2011
Outline proposals are invited for the Greenhouse Gas Emissions and Feedbacks programme, which aims to develop the capability to measure and predict sources and sinks of the major anthropogenic greenhouse gases. Announcement of Opportunity: Greenhouse Gas Emissions and Feedbacks
Announcement of Opportunity: Changing Water Cycle - Third call
8 Dec 2011
NERC invite outline bid proposals for research on the impacts of the changing water cycle on hydrological and biogeochemical responses within UK catchments, over timescales of 10 to 50 years. Announcement of Opportunity: Changing Water Cycle - Third call
The closing date is 28 Feb 2012
Further changes to Responsive Mode schemes
2 Dec 2011
The Natural Environment Research Council announces further changes to its Responsive Mode grant schemes, including details of the replacement for the Consortium scheme. Further changes to Responsive Mode schemes
New investment in e-infrastructure
1 Dec 2011
NERC welcomes details announced by the Government today for major capital investment in e-infrastructure. New investment in e-infrastructure
British butterfly is evolving to respond to climate change
1 Dec 2011
A new study aims to understand the role of evolution in helping a species to successfully track ongoing climate change. British butterfly is evolving to respond to climate change
AB-SIG inaugural workshop presentations now available
29 Nov 2011
Presentations from the Algal Bioenergy Special Interest Group inaugural workshop, held in London on 26-27 October 2011, are now available on the AB-SIG website. AB-SIG inaugural workshop presentations now available
Integrated Ocean Drilling Programme timeline to 2013
25 Nov 2011
The key national and international activities in the run-up to the new IODP programme are outlined in this announcement. Integrated Ocean Drilling Programme timeline to 2013
Scoping Studies - Mantle Control on a Habitable Planet
22 Nov 2011
NERC is pleased to announce the eight awards made to scope a future research programme investigating the core and mantle control on a habitable planet. Scoping Studies - Mantle Control on a Habitable Planet
Algal Bioenergy Research Fellowships call closing date announced
17 Nov 2011
NERC has taken the decision to close the open call for two Algal Bioenergy Research Fellowships. All applications for this call must be received by 16:00 on Thursday 8 December 2011. Algal Bioenergy Research Fellowships call closing date announced
Announcement of Opportunity for two networks in Integrated Global Biogeochemical Modelling
10 Nov 2011
Proposals are invited to establish two research networks to develop collaboration and strategic focus for research activities in the areas of Ocean Biogeochemistry and Atmospheric Chemistry modelling. Announcement of Opportunity for two networks in Integrated Global Biogeochemical Modelling
The closing date is 29 Jan 2012
Frog trade link to killer fungus revealed
9 Nov 2011
The global trade in amphibians may have accidentally helped create and spread a deadly fungal disease which has devastated amphibian populations worldwide. Frog trade link to killer fungus revealed
Climate shifts could leave some species homeless, new research shows
4 Nov 2011
Rising temperatures will force many species of animals and plants to move to other regions and could leave some marine species with nowhere to go. Climate shifts could leave some species homeless, new research shows
Third call for Systematic and Taxonomy research scheme
4 Nov 2011
Further funds are available through the scheme which is jointly funded by BBSRC and the Natural Environment Research Council (NERC). Third call for Systematic and Taxonomy research scheme
The closing date is 31 Jan 2012
UK research team wins major European computing resources for global climate modelling
1 Nov 2011
A joint NERC/ Met Office weather and climate research project will benefit from the largest amount of super- computing time ever awarded to a single team. UK research team wins major European computing resources for global climate modelling
Shelf Sea Biogeochemistry workshop
28 Oct 2011
This workshop is being held on 14 November in Liverpool to facilitate development of high-quality proposals for the Shelf Sea Biogeochemistry programme. Shelf Sea Biogeochemistry workshop
The closing date is 7 Nov 2011
Announcement of Opportunity: Shelf Sea Biogeochemistry
28 Oct 2011
Outline proposals are invited for the Shelf Sea Biogeochemistry research programme, which aims to reduce the uncertainty in our understanding of nutrient and carbon cycling within the shelf seas. Announcement of Opportunity: Shelf Sea Biogeochemistry
The closing date is 20 Dec 2011
Research Centre highlighted as leading UK institute for ecology
20 Oct 2011
NERC's Centre for Ecology and Hydrology is highlighted as a leading UK institute for ecological research in a new report launched this week. Research Centre highlighted as leading UK institute for ecology
Tyrannosaurus rex grew twice as fast as previously thought
13 Oct 2011
A new study using highly accurate 3D laser scans of real skeletons has revealed that T. rex grew much faster and became much heavier than previously estimated. Tyrannosaurus rex grew twice as fast as previously thought
Engineering team heads to Antarctica to explore hidden lake
11 Oct 2011
Next week a British engineering team begins the first stage of an ambitious scientific mission to collect samples from a lake buried beneath three kilometres of solid ice. Engineering team heads to Antarctica to explore hidden lake
Greenhouse Gas Emissions and Feedbacks - Town meeting
7 Oct 2011
A town meeting will be held on 24 November to introduce the new NERC Greenhouse Gas Emissions and Feedbacks research programme and to discuss the programme's draft Announcement of Opportunity. Greenhouse Gas Emissions and Feedbacks - Town meeting
The closing date is 11 Nov 2011
Announcement of Opportunity: Environment and Health Science Coordinator
4 Oct 2011
NERC, on behalf of the partners funding the Environmental Exposures and Health Initiative (EEHI) and Environmental and Social Ecology of Human Infectious Disease Initiative (ESEI), is seeking an Environment and Health Science Coordinator. Announcement of Opportunity: Environment and Health Science Coordinator
The closing date is 4 Nov 2011
Update on the SPICE project
4 Oct 2011
The technology test for the Stratospheric Particle Injection for Climate Engineering (SPICE) project, originally planned for October, is being postponed. Update on the SPICE project
Sensors on Autonomous Underwater Gliders workshop
30 Sep 2011
This workshop is being held on 14 October in Southampton to facilitate the development of high-quality proposals that address the Sensors on Autonomous Underwater Gliders programme. Sensors on Autonomous Underwater Gliders workshop
The closing date is 7 Oct 2011
Announcement of Opportunity: Sensors on Autonomous Underwater Gliders
30 Sep 2011
Research grant proposals are invited that will use Autonomous Underwater Vehicle (AUV) observations to enhance the spatial and temporal extent of the Ocean Shelf Edge Exchange research programme. Announcement of Opportunity: Sensors on Autonomous Underwater Gliders
The closing date is 22 Nov 2011
Shelf Sea Biogeochemistry Research Programme timetable
21 Sep 2011
NERC and Defra would like to announce the indicative timing of some key dates for the Shelf Sea Biogeochemistry Research Programme. Shelf Sea Biogeochemistry Research Programme timetable
Deforestation reduces rainfall in Africa
19 Sep 2011
A new study shows that changing land use from forest to crops reduces rainfall over neighbouring trees by around half. Deforestation reduces rainfall in Africa
Autonomous Underwater Vehicle Technology programme timetable
19 Sep 2011
NERC would like to announce the indicative timing of some key dates for the Autonomous Underwater Vehicle (AUV) Technology programme's remaining opportunity. Autonomous Underwater Vehicle Technology programme timetable
The SPICE project: a geoengineering feasibility study
14 Sep 2011
Preparations are underway for a unique test of engineering technology that could, if needed in the future, open up new ways to reduce atmospheric temperatures caused by climate change. The SPICE project: a geoengineering feasibility study
Announcement of Opportunity: Radioactivity and the Environment Expert Group
7 Sep 2011
NERC invites applications from individuals interested in joining the Expert Group to advise on the scope of the Radioactivity and the Environment research programme. Announcement of Opportunity: Radioactivity and the Environment Expert Group
The closing date is 5 Oct 2011
Methane Network - Methane Hack meeting
5 Sep 2011
NERC invites contributions to this meeting investigating strategies for reducing growth in atmospheric methane, to be held in London on 1 December 2011. Methane Network - Methane Hack meeting
The closing date is 16 Sep 2011
Announcement of Opportunity: Analytical Science and Technology - Studentships
24 Aug 2011
NERC and ACTF invite applications for the third funding round of the co-funded Analytical Science and Technology Studentships programme. Announcement of Opportunity: Analytical Science and Technology - Studentships
The closing date is 13 Oct 2011
Announcement of Opportunity: NERC Services & Facilities
15 Aug 2011
Four services/facilities in the current NERC portfolio are due for review this year. Announcement of Opportunity: NERC Services & Facilities
The closing date is 30 Sep 2011
Announcement of Opportunity: Mineral Resources
15 Aug 2011
NERC invites applications from individuals interested in joining the Expert Writing Group for the Mineral Resources programme. Announcement of Opportunity: Mineral Resources
Announcement of Opportunity: The controlling influence of the core and mantle on a habitable planet
12 Aug 2011
Applications are invited for scoping studies to inform a new programme of research investigating the interactions of the whole Earth System. Announcement of Opportunity: The controlling influence of the core and mantle on a habitable planet
Antarctic logistic support - 1 December 2011 standard and consortium grant rounds
12 Aug 2011
The call is open for 'Preliminary Request for Antarctic Logistic Support' forms to be submitted by all applicants requesting BAS Antarctic Logistics Support. Antarctic logistic support - 1 December 2011 standard and consortium grant rounds
The closing date is 1 Sep 2011
Announcement of Opportunity - Funding for consortium grants
11 Aug 2011
Applications are invited for natural science-led research grants that will assist in increasing social and economic resilience in earthquake-prone and volcanic regions by reducing risks from multiple natural hazards. Announcement of Opportunity - Funding for consortium grants
Changes to Responsive Mode schemes
9 Aug 2011
The Natural Environment Research Council announces changes to the Consortium and Small grants responsive mode schemes. Changes to Responsive Mode schemes
Announcement of Opportunity: Postdoctoral research fellows
5 Aug 2011
Applications are invited for two research fellowship posts at postdoctoral level that are being funded by NERC as part of developing the Algal Bioenergy Special Interest Group (AB-SIG). Announcement of Opportunity: Postdoctoral research fellows
Announcement of Opportunity: Arctic Programme
29 Jul 2011
Outline proposals are invited for the second funding round of the Arctic Research Programme. Announcement of Opportunity: Arctic Programme
NBAF 2011-12 Pilot Project Grants Competition
25 Jul 2011
NERC is again providing funding for small pilot/development sequencing and microarray projects to be undertaken at the NBAF Edinburgh and Liverpool nodes. NBAF 2011-12 Pilot Project Grants Competition
The closing date is 23 Sep 2011
Fool's gold gives scientists priceless insight into Earth's evolution
22 Jul 2011
Scientists are recreating ancient forms of the mineral pyrite - dubbed fool's gold for its metallic lustre - that reveal details of past geological events. Fool's gold gives scientists priceless insight into Earth's evolution
IRNH: Town Meeting
22 Jul 2011
The IRNH Town Meeting will be held on the 6th September. The aim of the meeting is to aid the development of research projects, which can address the aims and objectives of the IRNH Programme. To attend the meeting you can register online by 18 August IRNH: Town Meeting
The closing date is 6 Sep 2011
Environmental Nanoscience Initiative - Annual science meeting
20 Jul 2011
The annual joint UK-US Environmental Nanoscience Initiative science meeting will take place on 18 September 2011 at the Natural History Museum in London. Environmental Nanoscience Initiative - Annual science meeting
The closing date is 31 Aug 2011
Wildfires hold key to improving air pollution forecasts
7 Jul 2011
Researchers are setting off for Canada this weekend in a bid to understand how emissions from wildfires affect pollution levels in the atmosphere. Wildfires hold key to improving air pollution forecasts
UK researchers to take the lead in international partnerships
5 Jul 2011
Almost £1.5 million is once again being made available this year under a scheme that encourages international collaboration. UK researchers to take the lead in international partnerships
Announcement of Opportunity: International Opportunities Fund
5 Jul 2011
Proposals are invited for the 2011 Call of the NERC International Opportunities Fund. Deadline for intention to submit is 17 August 2011, closing date for the full proposal is 21 September 2011. Announcement of Opportunity: International Opportunities Fund
The closing date is 17 Aug 2011
Join the Algal Bioenergy Special Interest Group network
5 Jul 2011
If you want to be updated on relevant reports and hear up to date information on algal bioenergy, as well as connect with researchers in this area, then join the Algal Bioenergy Special Interest Group (AB-SIG) network. Join the Algal Bioenergy Special Interest Group network
UK Taxonomy and Systematics Review published
17 Jun 2011
NERC has now published its review of the state of taxonomy and systematics in the UK. The review and strategy document have been broadly welcomed, with strong support for many of the proposed recommendations. UK Taxonomy and Systematics Review published
UK joins the earthquake risk reduction 'task force'
13 Jun 2011
NERC has today joined the Global Earthquake Model Initiative, in a bid to improve knowledge and reduce loss of life, property damage and disruption from earthquakes. UK joins the earthquake risk reduction 'task force'
Cruise to investigate impacts of ocean acidification
8 Jun 2011
A team of researchers sailed this week aboard the RRS Discovery, on the first research cruise specifically to study ocean acidification in European waters. Cruise to investigate impacts of ocean acidification
Announcement of Opportunity : Consortium proposals
3 Jun 2011
NERC is inviting research proposals to its Biodiversity and Ecosystem Service Sustainability (BESS) research programme. Announcement of Opportunity : Consortium proposals
The closing date is 14 Sep 2011
Announcement of CMIP5 funding awards
27 May 2011
Funding is announced for six research projects that will perform innovative multi-model analysis of Earth system feedbacks and processes using CMIP5, leading to high-impact science and publications that are likely to be influential in IPCC AR5. Announcement of CMIP5 funding awards
Council funding decisions
26 May 2011
The Natural Environment Research Council announces funding for new research programme activities and the outcomes of a national capability prioritisation. Council funding decisions
Announcement of Opportunity: Macronutrient Cycles
26 May 2011
NERC invites full proposals for consortium and proof of concept research projects that will constitute the first funding round of the Macronutrient Cycles research programme. Announcement of Opportunity: Macronutrient Cycles
The closing date is 14 Jul 2011
Scientists monitor ash in Iceland
25 May 2011
UK scientists have installed a new LIDAR system in Iceland to measure the ash particle concentration billowing out of the Grimsvotn volcano.
Scientists monitor ash in Iceland
Increasing Resilience to Natural Hazards programme timetable
25 May 2011
NERC and ESRC would like to announce the indicative timing of some key dates for opportunities within the IRNH programme. Increasing Resilience to Natural Hazards programme timetable
Grimsvotn eruption
23 May 2011
A year on from the Eyjafjallajokull eruption, another Icelandic volcano is spewing a plume of hot ash into the atmosphere. Grimsvotn eruption
Distribution of British soil bacteria mapped for the first time
20 Apr 2011
Results from the most comprehensive study of a country's soil biodiversity to date are published today. Distribution of British soil bacteria mapped for the first time
Antarctic Ice Sheet's erratic behaviour
30 Mar 2011
A team of researchers has returned from the Antarctic Peninsula with exciting new information about the behaviour of the giant Antarctic Ice Sheet. Antarctic Ice Sheet's erratic behaviour
Long Term Co-evolution of Life and the Planet: New perspectives in Earth system science conference
29 Mar 2011
This two-day discussion meeting on 5-6 May 2011 will showcase recent progress in understanding the development of the Earth as a system. Long Term Co-evolution of Life and the Planet: New perspectives in Earth system science conference
New project will promote equality and diversity in HE research careers
15 Mar 2011
A new project 'Every researcher counts' led by Vitae and commissioned by the Higher Education Funding Council for England (HEFCE) is set to improve equality and diversity for research staff within the HE sector. New project will promote equality and diversity in HE research careers
Massive earthquake and tsunami hit Japan
11 Mar 2011
Japan has been rocked by a massive 8.9 magnitude earthquake, the biggest in the region for many years. It struck off the north east coast, around 375km from Tokyo, at 14:46 hrs local time (05:46 GMT). Massive earthquake and tsunami hit Japan
Increasing Resilience to Natural Hazards programme consultation
3 Mar 2011
An open community consultation is underway to inform the programme's direction. Increasing Resilience to Natural Hazards programme consultation
RAPID-WATCH International Science Meeting
3 Mar 2011
This year's annual science meeting for the RAPID-WATCH programme will be an international joint initiative held in Bristol from 12-15 July 2011. RAPID-WATCH International Science Meeting
The closing date is 10 Jun 2011
Announcement of Opportunity: Macronutrient Cycles
2 Mar 2011
NERC invites outline proposals for research projects that will constitute the Macronutrient Cycles research programme. Announcement of Opportunity: Macronutrient Cycles
The closing date is 31 Mar 2011
Biodiversity in Britain's landscapes
1 Mar 2011
Announcing a UK-wide research programme examining the role that biodiversity - which is vital for human life - plays in the ecosystems provided by Britain's landscapes. Biodiversity in Britain's landscapes
Earthquake strikes Christchurch, New Zealand
22 Feb 2011
An earthquake of 6.3 magnitude struck Christchurch on New Zealand's South Island at 12:51 local time (23:51 GMT) yesterday. Earthquake strikes Christchurch, New Zealand
Announcement of Opportunity: Observations and Modelling of the Tropical Tropopause Layer
17 Feb 2011
NERC, STFC and NASA invite applications for a consortium project to undertake an experimental programme of dynamical and chemical modelling associated with the upper troposphere lower stratosphere processes. Announcement of Opportunity: Observations and Modelling of the Tropical Tropopause Layer
The closing date is 19 May 2011
Research strategy launched to help meet food security challenge
11 Feb 2011
The UK's major public funders of food-related research have published their coordinated plan for research to help the world avoid a potential food security crisis. Research strategy launched to help meet food security challenge
Call for proposals: UK Energy Research Centre
9 Feb 2011
The UK Energy Research Centre is issuing the third call for proposals under its £4.7m research fund. UKERC are now seeking expressions of interest from universities, or other eligible institutions, in four topic areas. Call for proposals: UK Energy Research Centre
The closing date is 11 Feb 2011
APPRAISE annual science meeting
8 Feb 2011
The annual science meeting for the APPRAISE programme will be held at the University of Exeter on 9-10 March 2011. APPRAISE annual science meeting
The closing date is 23 Feb 2011
Announcement of Opportunity: NGWCP Goal B
7 Feb 2011
Applications are invited for research projects, and a single integrating project, on the use of observations to initialise climate predictions. Announcement of Opportunity: NGWCP Goal B
The closing date is 6 Apr 2011
Antarctic logistic support - 1 July 2011 standard and consortium grant rounds
4 Feb 2011
The call is open for 'Preliminary Request for Antarctic Logistic Support' forms to be submitted by all applicants requesting BAS Antarctic Logistics Support. Antarctic logistic support - 1 July 2011 standard and consortium grant rounds
The closing date is 1 Apr 2011
Caterpillar defence methods affect lifespan and offspring numbers
25 Jan 2011
Caterpillars regularly using a defence mechanism to deter predators not only produce fewer eggs but also grow more slowly and often die earlier. Caterpillar defence methods affect lifespan and offspring numbers
Transatlantic partners to analyse environment and health risks of manufactured nanomaterials
20 Jan 2011
Scientists from the UK and the USA are to examine what these risks might be, and provide the scientific evidence needed to inform government and industry policies. Transatlantic partners to analyse environment and health risks of manufactured nanomaterials
Expansion of the Increasing Resilience to Natural Hazards Advisory Group
20 Jan 2011
NERC and ESRC will expand the programme Advisory Group's membership following advice from the current Advisory Group members. Expansion of the Increasing Resilience to Natural Hazards Advisory Group
Warming climate means red deer rutting season arrives early
17 Jan 2011
Scientists believe the annual rutting season on the Isle of Rum could be changing because of warming spring and summer temperatures. Warming climate means red deer rutting season arrives early
Dramatic ocean circulation changes revealed
14 Jan 2011
New research shows that as the last Ice Age came to an end, the formation of deep water in the Northeast Atlantic repeatedly switched on and off, causing centuries of climate warming and cooling. Dramatic ocean circulation changes revealed
Announcement of AB-SIG Director
11 Jan 2011
Dr Michele Stanley from the Scottish Association for Marine Science has been appointed as the Algal Bioenergy Special Interest Group (AB-SIG) Director. Announcement of AB-SIG Director