News

As the festive season approaches, our scientists have been blending creativity with cutting-edge technology to produce something delightfully unexpected and impressively small. 

We are delighted to announce the appointment of Jill Hruby to our Board effective 1 January 2026. Jill brings an extraordinary depth of experience in national security, nuclear deterrence and advanced technology leadership.

On 10 December 2025, the National Research Organisations (NRO) Group officially launched an alliance of 35 organisations committed to advancing science for the benefit of all. We’re proud to announce that AWE is part of this powerful network.

In partnership with the Worshipful Company of Engineers and the Engineers Trust, AWE is proud to launch the Defence Industry Early Careers Engineering Prize for 2026.

We are pleased to announce that AWE has been featured in a major publication called ‘Manufacturing momentum: powering a resilient future’ produced by the National Centre for Universities and Business (NCUB), which celebrates and shares contributions from industry members covering themes of national interest and relevance.

AWE has contributed to a newly published textbook, Nuclear Data: Applications to Society and Industry, released by IOP Publishing and now available online.

We are delighted to announce that AWE materials scientist Scott McCulloch has been appointed Visiting Professor at the University of Strathclyde.

Here at AWE, in a move towards smarter and safer workplaces, we recently unveiled that we have added robot dogs (otherwise known as quadruped robots) to our elite force to enhance safety, efficiency and data collection.

Today, as we face new global challenges, the spirit of Remembrance is just as important as ever, especially on this special anniversary.  

As AWE commemorates its 75th anniversary this year, we also join the global scientific community in marking the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology 2025 (IYQ), recognising a century of groundbreaking achievements in quantum physics and its transformative impact on the world.

Suren shares how his military background has shaped his career at AWE.

AWE is pleased to announce a new Strategic Alliance with the University of Surrey, driving innovation in nuclear science and technology through collaboration.