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Critical temperature for tropical tree lifespan revealed
For the first time scientists have provided clear evidence that tropical tree lifespan decreases above a critical temperature threshold.
Continued success for funding to tackle COVID-19 in the global south
Dr Zia Wadud is among the University of Leeds academics to win major funding to tackle the pandemic in the global south, including Bangladesh, Uganda and Nigeria.
Hard and fast emission cuts will slow warming sooner than expected
A new study shows that strong and rapid action to cut emissions of carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases will help to slow down the rate of global warming over the next 20 years.
Bradford tyre fire pollution ‘worse than bonfire night’
Smoke from fire will impact those with respiratory conditions, according to a University of Leeds researcher.
Scientists unravel how and why Amazon trees die
A huge new study has unravelled what factors control tree mortality rates in Amazon forests and helps to explain why tree mortality is increasing across the Amazon basin.