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This one-day conference aims to bring together UK researchers developing and applying microfluidic systems for chemical and biochemical analysis. The event will cover all types of devices (lab-on-chip, digital microfluidics, paper microfluidics, total analytical systems, etc.) and concern…
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Autonaut in rough seas
Carbon dioxide in remote parts of the world’s oceans will be measured by a new instrument being developed by scientists at the National Oceanography Centre (NOC). The CaPASOS (Calibrated pCO2 in Air and Surface Ocean Sensor), created by the NOC in partnership with the University of Exeter, will be…
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MATS2017 speakers
Last week saw the National Oceanography Centre (NOC) host its third Marine Autonomy and Technology Showcase (MATS) at the Southampton waterfront site. The three-day event included 50 keynote and technical presentations describing the latest developments in marine robotic technology, and provided an…
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The government this week announced an investment of over £19 million into NOC platforms and sensor development through the Industrial Strategy Challenge Fund (ISCF). The investment in marine robotics, which is known as the ‘Oceanids’ programme, will see NOC engineers develop two new autonomous…
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On Friday 27 October, the Minister of State for Universities, Science, Research and Innovation agreed that plans for the NOC to become an independent research institute, should move into preparation phase.The NOC will now progress all the activities required to demonstrate readiness to transition…