Palaeo@Leeds

Palaeo@Leeds is a vibrant, interdisciplinary research group exploring the history of life and environments on Earth, and what this deep-time perspective reveals about the challenges facing our planet today.

Bringing together palaeontologists, geochemists and climate modellers, we investigate how life, climate and environments have evolved over hundreds of millions of years. Our research spans from the Precambrian to the Quaternary, combining field-based discovery with cutting-edge laboratory analysis and advanced computational modelling.

By integrating fossil evidence, geochemical proxies and Earth system models, we generate new insights into evolution, extinction, climate change and environmental transformation, linking past Earth systems to present and future change.

We offer a collaborative and supportive research environment, with opportunities for postgraduate researchers, postdoctoral scientists and independent research fellows to develop interdisciplinary ideas and contribute to internationally recognised research. We actively support fellowship applications and welcome researchers looking to build their own programmes within our community.

Explore Palaeo@Leeds
Discover our research group members, current projects and latest publications.

PhD and fellowship opportunities
We welcome applications from prospective postgraduate researchers and independent fellows interested in joining our research community.

Contact us
To discuss research opportunities or potential collaborations, please contact the Research Group Leader, Professor Crispin Little.