News from 2015
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Natural flood management could have made a ‘significant difference’ during Storm Desmond
Extensive natural flood management such as tree planting could reduce flooding even in extreme events like Storm Desmond, according to a new modelling study.
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Community Day is bursting with science and technology activities
This year’s Community Day will feature over 80 exciting activities for the whole family to get involved in. From 3D printers and race cars to lasers and a tour of the solar system, there’s something for everyone on the 6th May on campus.
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Science and Technology subjects in the top 10 of the latest league table
The Faculty of Science and Technology has several subjects ranked amongst the Complete University Guide’s (CUG) best in the UK.
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New ‘innovation hub’ to help Lancashire businesses tap into £2 billion eco-innovation market
Lancaster University is paving the way for Lancashire firms to capitalise on the market for eco-innovation – estimated to be worth £2 billion to the regional economy.
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Knowledge exchange with a difference
Two Lancaster University researchers are helping to change the way academics work with the food industry to help us feed a growing population sustainably.
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Local schools excel in STEM Challenge Day 2017
More than 160 pupils from Lancashire and Cumbria have taken part in our annual science and technology themed challenge day.
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World-leading computing scientist joins Lancaster University
One of the world’s most prominent computing academics has been appointed as a Visiting Professor at Lancaster University.
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National recognition for Lancaster’s cyber security research
Lancaster University’s world-class work to make the internet a safer place has been recognised by the UK’s National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC).
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Antarctic expedition aims to understand rising global sea levels
A Lancaster University environmental scientist is taking part in an Antarctic expedition which aims to look back in time to understand rising global sea levels.
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Lancaster appoints international expert as new Chair in Digital Health
Lancaster University is strengthening its digital health research capability with the appointment of a global expert to a newly created role.