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A farmer in Africa - bent double - digs into dry-looking looking soil. He is wearing a hat to protect himself from the overhead sun.

Ensuring nutrition is at the heart of climate smart agriculture

Farmers in sub-Saharan Africa need to diversify away from growing maize and switch to crops that are resilient to climate change and supply key micronutrients for the population, say researchers.

Professor Selina Stead to lead Australian Institute of Marine Science

Professor Selina Stead, Executive Dean of the Faculty of Environment at the University, has been appointed to lead Australia’s tropical marine research agency as its new Chief Executive Officer.

A photograph of the Parkinson Building at the University of Leeds.

Leeds Future Leaders tackle global challenges

Dr Jessica Baker, Dr Mark Hopkins and Dr Josie South have received prestigious fellowships to support their groundbreaking research in climate, health and invasive species.

A birds-eye view of a forest with the shape of the world map in the middle.

Computer climate model wins science impact award

An ultra-fast computer model that is shaping the global outlook on tackling climate change has been recognised for its environmental science impact.

A woman in a wheelchair sat at a train station platform. There is a train passing in the distance.

Looking at the data differently to highlight those left in the cold

Professor Lucie Middlemiss and Dr Diana Ivanova investigate how energy and environmental policies can put people with disabilities at a disadvantage.