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Japanese Knotweed not as dangerous as we thought
A recent study from AECOM and School of Geography researchers, has suggested that the damage caused by Japanese knotweed is not as significant as previously thought.
Wastewater plants are key route into UK rivers for microplastics
Water samples from UK rivers contained significantly higher concentrations of microplastics downstream from wastewater treatment plants, researchers have found.
Environment student success in new University awards
Two students from the Faculty of Environment have been recognised in the inaugural University of Leeds’ Beaumont Awards, announced today.
Top ten place for Leeds in Guardian University Guide
The University of Leeds has moved into the Guardian University Guide top ten for the first time, jumping four places and rising for the fourth consecutive year.
Climate change could increase arable land
Climate change could expand the agricultural feasibility of the global boreal region by 44 per cent by the end of the century, according to new research.