Research and innovation

New images reveal global air quality trends

The global concentrations of one of the main air pollutants known to affect human health have been graphically illustrated for the first time by a team of scientists.

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Ancient volcanoes sound 'warning bell' over climate warming

Catastrophic volcanic eruptions that warmed the planet millions of years ago shed new light on how plants regulate climate and sound a warning about rising temperatures.

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The Siberian Trap was formed by the massive volcanic eruption that happened 252 million years ago, causing the Permian-Triassic mass extinction.

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Alternative proteins for a sustainable planet

New £38m centre dedicated to developing acceptable and planet-friendly alternatives to animal proteins

Turning food waste into high-value products

Transport decarbonisation hub secures £46 million support

TransiT, the initiative to rapidly decarbonise transport in the UK, has secured £46 million from the UK government and over 60 partners. The University of Leeds is a key collaborator.

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