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A robotic revolution for urban nature
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A robotic revolution for urban nature
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Current food production systems could mean far-reaching habitat loss
The global food system could drive rapid and widespread biodiversity loss if…
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Critical temperature for tropical tree lifespan revealed
For the first time scientists have provided clear evidence that tropical tree…
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Continued success for funding to tackle COVID-19 in the global south
Dr Zia Wadud is among the University of Leeds academics to win major funding…
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This launch event provides an introduction to the “Breathing City” project, which aims to manage exposure to air pollution.
Monday 18 January 2021, 10:00 - 16:00
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Are you joining the cohort of students beginning their studies at Leeds in January 2021?
Wednesday 20 January 2021, 12:00 - 13:00
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Targeting resilience to climate change within seed systems is an area of key investment in contributing to food security in southern Africa, and it presents a variety of challenges and opportunities.
Wednesday 27 January 2021, 13:00 - 14:30
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We deliver events and activities to showcase this fascinating subject area to students at schools and colleges across the UK.
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The University community is made up of a wide range of people with diverse backgrounds and circumstances, which we value and regard as a great asset.
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