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An aerial view of a dense forest canopy shows an array of green treetops with various textures and shades. The thick foliage covers the entire scene, creating a continuous expanse of tropical trees and plants.

Forest science networks support space missions

ForestPlots.net, the global network of tropical forest scientists led by Leeds, is working with the European Space Agency (ESA) to verify its Biomass satellite mission.

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Exploring fractal patterns in African ecotones

Studying fractal patterns in ecotones – the boundaries between different types of vegetation – could show us how plants are responding to climate change.

A body of water with a fountain in the middle, and neat buildings surrounding it, in Stavanger, Norway

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.

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.

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Environment expertise highlighted in QS World University Rankings

Geophysics, Geology, Earth and Marine Sciences, and Geography at Leeds are in the top 30 subjects in the latest QS World University Rankings, with three of these areas having improved from last year.

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