Using optical fibre technology and a mathematical theory, researchers are able to explain disasters from financial crises and rogue waves.

Dr D'Alessandro has investigated ways to capture and release carbon dioxide, hydrogen and other gases using molecular sponges.

Researchers have discovered that the recent Samoan tsunami was caused by two earthquakes – an event not recognised before.

Modelling suggests biochar - a type of charcoal - could be used to offset billions of tonnes of greenhouse gas emissions caused by humans.

A research team has raised cores of coral from the Great Barrier Reef to look at how sea level has changed – and it doesn’t look smooth.

Greenhouse gases are driving big, irreversible changes to the oceans, according to a new study – with worrying consequences.