Cladding tests show moisture may have sped up Grenfell flames
Tests on aluminium cladding panels, of the type used on the Grenfell Tower, have shown that the presence of water may cause violent chemical reactions and accelerate flames.
Tests on aluminium cladding panels, of the type used on the Grenfell Tower, have shown that the presence of water may cause violent chemical reactions and accelerate flames.
Materials Science
Sep 13, 2018
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A University of Portsmouth expert in space technologies and disaster risk reduction is involved in a new project in the UK and Colombia on illegal gold mining.
Environment
Sep 11, 2018
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New research from the University of Portsmouth could help UK Premiership footballers ahead of the new season, which starts tonight.
Other
Aug 9, 2018
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A pioneering new project trials fingerprinting techniques to battle pangolin poaching.
Ecology
Jun 28, 2018
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A new family of enzymes has been discovered which paves the way to convert plant waste into sustainable and high-value products such as nylon, plastics, chemicals, and fuels.
Materials Science
Jun 27, 2018
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Have you ever wanted to help build a galaxy? Now's your chance.
Space Exploration
Jun 25, 2018
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An international team of astronomers have made the most precise test of gravity outside our own solar system.
General Physics
Jun 21, 2018
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A University of Portsmouth project is helping blind and visually impaired children to 'feel' the universe.
Other
Jun 20, 2018
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How young men adapt to fatherhood and whether being a father can speed up becoming an adult is to be examined in new research.
Social Sciences
May 25, 2018
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New research from the University of Portsmouth has called for stronger industry legislation in developing countries to help fight business monopolies reducing competition.
Economics & Business
Apr 19, 2018
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