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Pioneering urban models to create resilient cities

Researchers at the University of Leeds use computer models to understand the complicated reality of urban life – cities, transport, and social behaviour – to co-design sustainable futures.

A street in Ghana with cars driving through it and dark storm clouds above.

Enhancing weather warnings in Ghana

The University of Leeds is collaborating with institutions in Ghana to combat climate challenges and nurture the next generation of scientists.

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Katie Lewis wins 2024 Vorhees Large Prize

Masters graduate Katie won the prize for her dissertation about the benefits of active travel in transport planning.

Left: Helena Brown sitting in front of a windowsill with a small brown dog on her lap. Right: David Ashley sitting in an office in front of a window with blue sky outside.

Environment technicians shortlisted for Papin Prize

Three outstanding technicians in the Faculty of Environment are on the shortlist for the UK Institute for Technical Skills & Strategy’s 2025 Papin Prize.

Two Masters students chatting outside the Institute for Transport Studies.

Transport in a climate crisis

In March, the Institute for Transport Studies hosted a full-day event for students and staff working in and studying transport to explore the sector's impact on the climate.

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