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“We’re doing everything we can” and other excuses not to act on climate change
Research uncovers over fifty-five commonly used justifications by high energy consumers not to change their lifestyles.
Exploitation of immigrants rife in detention centres run for profit
Dr Deirdre Conlon warns that the privatisation of detention centres is leading to unjust and unsafe treatment of migrants, including asylum seekers.
Curious minds set new record
Record numbers of visitors flocked to campus on Saturday to sample free family-friendly activities showcasing the University’s world-changing research.
School of Food and Nutrition researcher celebrated in second World Changers Essay Collection
The Faculty of Environment’s Dr Anvesha Mahendra has been included in the collection. She discusses how important maternal nutrition is, even before conception.
Scientist recognised for research into Congo peatlands
A researcher who exposed the threat that climate change poses to tropical forests in Africa has been elected a Fellow of the Royal Society, one of the highest accolades in science.