Octopus inspires new suction mechanism for robots18 April 2024A new robotic suction cup which can grasp rough, curved and heavy stone, has been developed by scientists at the University of Bristol.
Tsetse fly fertility damaged after just one heatwave, study finds13 March 2024The fertility of both female and male tsetse flies is affected by a single burst of hot weather, researchers at the University of Bristol and Stellenbosch University in South Africa have found.
Bristol leaps ahead in training next generation of leaders to tackle major global challenges12 March 2024Hundreds of talented scientists and engineers are set to advance solutions for some of the world’s most pressing challenges, ranging from reaching net-zero and developing sustainable energy to improving digital security and making the latest health breakthroughs.
Breakthrough technology for energy storage launches today6 March 2024A new cutting-edge energy storage technology has been developed by green energy company Superdielectrics Group Plc. This new technology stems from an ongoing collaboration with leading researchers at the University of Bristol who identified and validated the key mechanisms involved.
Bristol academic presents water supply research in Parliament5 March 2024An engineer who is working to improve the provision of safe drinking water in Sub-Saharan Africa presented her research in Parliament this week as part of the STEM for BRITAIN initiative.
Research-intensive universities generate £1.7billion for South West’s economy28 February 2024A new report by London Economics, assessing the economic impact of Russell Group universities, which includes the University of Bristol and the University of Exeter, found the impact of their research and commercialisation activities equated to over £1.7billion (£1.729billion) in the South West in 2021/2022 and £37.6billion overall across the UK.
Cabot Institute Master’s by Research graduation 2024 21 February 2024This week we are celebrating the graduation of our students from the Cabot Institute’s interdisciplinary Master’s by Research in Global Environmental Challenges.
Scientists reveal why blueberries are blue7 February 2024Tiny external structures in the wax coating of blueberries give them their blue colour, researchers at the University of Bristol can reveal.
Cabot Institute Seedcorn Fund 2023: awarded projects8 January 2024The Cabot Institute Seedcorn Fund has awarded it's funds for 2023. The funds are aimed at supporting bold, ambitious and impactful ideas that transcend disciplinary boundaries. The fund enables the Cabot Institute to support new interdisciplinary connections and establish new research areas, providing a strong foundation for further funding opportunities.