News from 2015

Volcanologist inspires a generation with new book

An environmental scientist at Lancaster University has published a book about his career as part of the "Coolest Jobs on the Planet" book series.
High-definition scans suggest effects of smoking may be seen in unborn babies

The harmful effects of smoking during pregnancy may be reflected in the facial movements of mothers’ unborn babies, new research has suggested.
Lancaster University helps to develop an ‘Ebola-proof’ tablet device

A Lancaster University designer has helped create the software for a tablet device which supports medics treating patients with Ebola.
Building Resilience, Creating Connections

Senior NHS managers were among thirty people in organisational development (OD) roles in health and social care attending a conference at Lancaster University.
Lancaster to help plug photonics skills gap thanks to €4 million grant

Lancaster University is helping to produce a new generation of photonics experts thanks to a grant of 4 million Euros for a new training network.
Lancaster experts to lead new drive to unlock airport capacity and tackle congestion

A major £2.8 million project is to find ways to address the UK's airport congestion - without relying solely on new airport building and expansion.
UK firm set to help ignite China’s green revolution

A UK energy and environmental consultancy is preparing to help China’s shift to greener technologies and is set for growth after agreeing a partnership with a major Chinese organisation.
There’s a revolution brewing in the technology kitchen….

Imagine technology that is good enough to wear and safe enough to eat!
Honorary doctorate for Professor

A Lancaster University professor has been awarded an honorary doctorate from a leading research centre in the Ukraine.
Body perception distortions “common to everyone”

Everyone suffers from massive distortions in the relative perception of their own body according to research led by Lancaster University.