School of Earth and Environment
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We are a major international powerhouse for environmental research that has wide-ranging and positive impacts on the world that we live in. Our research is carried out within five institutes which represent our core research areas, but much of our work is cross-cutting, tackling complex global challenges.
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Volcanic pollution link to respiratory disease increase
Respiratory disease increased markedly following one of Iceland’s largest…
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Weather forecasts that predict meningitis outbreaks
Scientists are using weather forecasts to predict the location and scale of…
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Seafloor nutrient vital in global food chain
Eroded seabed rocks are providing an essential source of nutrition for…
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New basalt type discovered beneath the ocean
Anew type of rock created during large and exceptionally hot volcanic…
MoreConnecting voices for climate action
As the UK prepares to host the next UN climate change conference, the University of Leeds is convening a week of events in April 2021.
MoreLive webinars for schools and colleges
Join us for a new series of live webinars, developed for high school and college students.
MoreWeather Extremes in Africa
Dr Edward Pope of the UK Met Office explores AFRICAP research to mitigate impacts of weather extremes on African lives and livelihoods.
MoreEnvironment Futures
We’re excited to launch our new online Environment Futures programme for Year 12 students.
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