News
Breathing new life into the rise of oxygen debate
New research shines a light on the history of oxygen on our planet, and gives new insight into the prevalence of oxygenated worlds other than our own.
Greenland ice losses rising faster than expected
Research by University of Leeds scientists has found that Greenland has lost 3.8 trillion tonnes of ice since 1992 – enough to push global sea levels up by 10.6 millimetres.
“Exceedingly rare” plant species face increased chances of extinction
According to new research nearly 40 percent of global land plant species can be categorized as very rare, and these species are most at risk for extinction as climate and land use continues to change.
Greenhouse gas nitrous oxide is on the rise
During the last two decades agricultural practices and nitrogen-rich fertilisers have significantly increased the amount of nitrous oxide emissions in the atmosphere, according to a new study.
ITS alumni networking event in London
For the first time since 2012 we enjoyed a fantastic opportunity for alumni to catch up in London with old friends, classmates, ITS staff and colleagues together.