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Flood frequency of the world’s largest river has increased fivefold
A recent study of more than 100 years of river level records from the Amazon shows a significant increase in frequency and severity of floods.
Sugar in yogurt leaves a sour taste
A comprehensive survey of ingredients in yogurts has highlighted high sugar levels in many – particularly organic yogurts and those marketed towards children.
Uncovering the Elsecar Gasworks
New scientific techniques and an incredibly dry summer have come together to reveal an important part of Elsecar Village’s hidden heritage.
Electric Vehicle Energy Taskforce
Professor Jillian Anable from the Institute for Transport Studies at the University of Leeds will be part of the steering group for the Government’s new Electric Vehicle Energy Taskforce.
Leeds to host upcoming Enhancing Fieldwork event
The School of Geography will play host to the 8th annual Enhancing Fieldwork Learning Showcase, supported by the British Ecological Society next week.