Latest research news
Fri 16 Oct 2026
Glowing liquids could offer new way to protect products from counterfeiters
Scientists have developed a new type of glowing liquid that could help create harder-to-copy security markings for products, documents and other valuable items.
Messy, risky outdoor play is important for children, but adults can stop them enjoying it
Thu 15 Oct 2026
Exhibition to reveal the hidden world of the Nottingham War Rooms
Thu 15 Oct 2026
Why are pets scared of fireworks – and how can we help them cope?
Thu 15 Oct 2026
Employees look to leaders as study finds gap between workplace promises and employee experience
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Why is England still in drought
England has seen welcome rainfall after a prolonged dry spell – so why are drought conditions still a concern? Dr Lucy Clarke, Associate Professor of Environmental Resilience at Nottingham Trent University, explains why green grass and rising river levels do not necessarily mean the drought is over, and why depleted groundwater and other water stores can take months to recover.
Why celebrity fashion is valuable
The Attallah Cross necklace, previously worn by Diana, Princess of Wales, was bought by Kim Kardashian for almost double its pre-auction value. Dr Naomi Braithwaite, an expert in fashion and material culture, explains how celebrity ownership change an object's worth
Why difficult to find the perfect jeans
Dr Rose Marroncelli, who is an expert in consumer behaviour in relation to fast fashion and sustainability, explains why the perfect pair of jeans remains an elusive concept
Childhood dementia explained
Childhood dementia affects thousands of children worldwide but remains little known. Professor Tom Wishart explains why these rare genetic disorders are often difficult to diagnose, how new therapies are being sought, and what Nottingham Trent University researchers are doing to improve treatment.
Who is liable when AI breaks the law?
Who is legally responsible when an AI agent causes harm? Professor Rebecca Parry explores how English law may apply to agentic AI, including negligence, criminal and product liability.
First contact and the law: Are we legally prepared for extraterrestrial life?
Professor Jonathan Doak explores how international law could respond to extraterrestrial life, first contact and the legal challenges it could create.
What is a chalk stream
Chalk streams are among the world's rarest rivers. Professor Rachel Stubbington explains what they are, why they matter and the threats they face.
What Count Binface tells us about political memes
Dr Tine Munk explores how Count Binface's Clacton campaign reveals the rise of defensive memetic warfare and its influence on political communication..
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