Climate tipping points: first proof of early warning ‘flickers’
13 May 2024
Proof of shifts between extreme drought and heavy rainfall before a major climate tipping point has been found for the first time in ancient lake sediments.
Hidden ‘star’ sand dune mystery solved by ancient find
04 March 2024
Scientists have solved the mysterious absence of star-shaped dunes from Earth’s geological history for the first time, dating one back thousands of years.
£5 million funding to tackle challenges facing Wales’ rural communities
13 February 2024
A partnership led by Aberystwyth University has received over £5 million in funding to research and explore solutions to rural challenges.
Royal Charter storm of 1859: how an almighty tempest led to the birth of the UK’s shipping forecast
25 October 2023
Writing in The Conversation, Dr Cerys Jones from the Department of Geography and Earth Sciences discusses the Royal Charter Storm of 1859 and its enduring impact on weather forecasting in the UK and beyond.
Aberystwyth University showcases research to Ministers in London
24 October 2023
Aberystwyth University scientists have discussed their research with UK Government Ministers at an event in London showcasing the very best of Welsh research and innovation.
What will happen to the Greenland ice sheet if we miss our global warming targets
19 October 2023
In an article for The Conversation, Professor Bryn Hubbard from the Department of Geography and Earth Sciences writes about a new study which suggests that the ice will survive if temperatures are soon brought back down.
Stonehenge Altar Stone did not come from Wales – research
17 October 2023
The origin of the largest “bluestone” at the heart of Stonehenge has been thrown into doubt by Aberystwyth University research.
Twenty-three million exposed to metal mining contamination – study
22 September 2023
Twenty-three million people around the world are believed to be affected by potentially dangerous concentrations of toxic waste, according to a new study.
Archaeologists discover world’s oldest wooden structure
20 September 2023
Half a million years ago, earlier than was previously thought possible, humans were building structures made of wood, according to new research by a team from the University of Liverpool and Aberystwyth University.
Wales’ residential speed limit is dropping to 20mph – here’s how it should affect accidents and journey times
15 September 2023
Writing in The Conversation, Professor of Psychology Charles Musselwhite and Professor of Human Geography Peter Merriman discuss the drop in Wales’ residential speed limit to 20mph and how it should affect accidents and journey times.