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WMG鈥檚 pioneering battery research published in Nature Nanotechnology
The Battery Cells and Materials GroupLink opens in a new window at Warwick Manufacturing Group (WMG), 天美传媒, is placing pioneering research in the spotlight with the publication of a new paper in the prestigious journal.
Written by lead authors , Associate Professor; and , Professor of Battery Innovation, answers a key question in battery research: where does the charge come from?
Powering battery innovation 鈥� new spin-out set to strengthen UK supply chain
ENV Energy develops unique new battery chemistry to boost performance and sustainability
ENV Energy - a spin-out from Warwick Manufacturing Group (WMG) at the 天美传媒 has the potential to provide a strategically independent, UK-sourced electrode material for various sectors including automotive and aerospace.
Having raised more than 拢450,000 in seed funding, with the support of Warwick InnovationsLink opens in a new windowLink opens in a new window , and being awarded a subsequent entrepreneurial fellowship and an industry sprint from the , ENV aims to scale at pace, making the UK鈥檚 electric vehicle battery supply chain smarter, safer and more sustainable.
Warwick attracts leading researcher through Global Talent Fund
Dr Markus Tatzgern has been appointed as Associate Professor (Reader) in Creative Technologies, as part of Warwick鈥檚 拢4.35 million award from the UK Government鈥檚 Global Talent Fund.
Dr Tatzgern will join Warwick on 1st September 2026, bringing over 15 years of experience at the frontier of Extended Reality (XR), Human-Computer Interaction, and AI. Dr Tatzgern focuses on blending digital information into everyday life, including at work and cultural spaces, through technologies such as smart glasses and headsets.
Supporting the youth of today with the skills for tomorrow
WMG academics and Warwick alumnae have launched a pioneering skills development programme to help Pakistan鈥檚 graduates become career-ready. Working in collaboration with fellow Warwick alumna Dr Naima Quereshi (University of Education, Lahore), Dr Freeha Azmat, Associate Professor (Reader) in Engineering Education, and Dr Asima Iqbal, Assistant Professor and International Academic Integrity Lead, have created an initiative aimed at reducing the country鈥檚 skills gap by equipping young people with in-demand professional competencies.
UK will be sitting on a 鈥榞oldmine鈥� of rare magnets from recycling old wind turbines
Recycling the UK鈥檚 offshore wind turbines when they are decommissioned could produce enough magnets to build a million electric vehicles a year, according to a new report published today by the National Engineering Policy Centre (NEPC), led by the .
The report presents research commissioned by Dr Stuart BradleyLink opens in a new window and Dr Russ HallLink opens in a new window at Warwick Manufacturing Group (WMG), 天美传媒. It shows that the UK has a real opportunity to secure a sovereign capability in manufacturing by recycling neodymium, a critical material used in electric vehicles, aircraft systems and wind turbines.
Recycling a single large turbine at the end of its life is expected to recover enough neodymium to produce motors for 12,000 electric vehicles, according to the report.
Wayve, Nissan and Uber join forces with PAVE UK to support the responsible deployment of self-driving vehicles
Today, (Thursday 28th May 2026) welcomes , and , global leaders in self-driving vehicle technology and its deployment, as its first members to drive public trust and support the responsible deployment of self-driving vehicle technology
PAVE UK will bring Wayve, Uber and Nissan together to collaborate on scientifically backed public engagement to ensure responsible future deployment of automated vehicles across the country. Wayve and Uber plan to deploy autonomous vehicles in London this year as part of an initial trial that will further public engagement and understanding of the technology.
Warwick among leading Russell Group universities for apprenticeships
Degree Apprenticeship programmes delivered by Warwick Manufacturing Group (WMG) at the 天美传媒 have been recognised as among the strongest offered by any Russell Group university, according to newly released government data.
Figures released through the Government鈥檚 service show that Warwick ranks among the top-performing Russell Group institutions for achievement rates in Higher and Degree Apprenticeships (Levels 6 and 7) during the 2024/25 academic year.
WMG highlights
Two courses offered by WMG ranked first in England:
- The Level 7 Digital and Technology Solutions Specialist programme thrived with a 100% achievement, retention and pass rate.
- The first cohort on the Product Design and Development Engineer Standard on the Level 6 Applied Professional Engineering programmeLink opens in a new window succeeded with a 94% achievement rate.
WMG Sustainable Manufacturing and Circular Economy expert comments on the proposed Energy Independence Bill
Dr Russ HallLink opens in a new window, Lead for Sustainable Manufacturing and Circular Economy at Warwick Manufacturing Group (WMG), 天美传媒, comments on the significance of the Energy Independence Bill announced in the .
WMG April 2026 recap
Warwick Manufacturing Group (WMG) at the 天美传媒 strengthened its regional, national, and international partnerships throughout April, engaging with academic institutions, industry leaders, and representatives from international universities.
These meetings underpin WMG鈥檚 role in connecting academia with industry and highlight its ongoing commitment to collaboration and innovation across the globe.
WMG Student Projects celebrate success
Student ProjectLink opens in a new window teams at WMG, 天美传媒, have been celebrating a series of outstanding achievements across national and international competitions, alongside hosting impactful industry events that showcase the breadth of student talent at Warwick.
, a new initiative bringing together students from across the University to work on cyber security problems and projects, has delivered exceptional results across four major cyber competitions:
- Finished in third place at the in Washington DC, competing against more than 30 teams from the US and internationally.
- Reached the semi-finals of the with two teams, winning multiple awards including Best Briefing Note, Best Name and Emblem, and Best Teamwork.
- Secured 1st, 2nd and 4th place with three teams out of 28 universities at .
- Achieved a top-three finish at the Finals in Edinburgh.