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Role of volcanism in dinosaur extinction theory
The role volcanic activity played in mass extinction events in the Earth’s early history is likely to have been much less severe than previously thought, according to a study led by Dr. Anja Schmidt.
Implications of the VW scandal: studies on exhaust emissions
The Institute for Transport Studies has been surveying the Real Driving Emission (RDE) performance of the UK vehicle fleet for several years.
XCYCLE - fairer, safer cycling
The Institute’s expertise in road safety is contributing to a new European project to make our roads a better place for cyclists.
Green light for combined research
West Yorkshire Combined Authority (WYCA) has agreed a new research programme with the Institute for Transport Studies (ITS).
Icelandic volcano's toxic gas is treble that of Europe's industry
A study, led by Dr Anja Schmidt, has revealed that a huge volcanic eruption in Iceland emitted on average three times as much of a toxic gas as all European industry combined.

