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Exploring how climate change affects Antarctic ecosystems

Published
10 January 2019
Categories
Global
Environment

Three decades of exploring Antarctica has convinced Stuart Egginton that there is nothing better than first-hand evidence to prove the effect global warming is having on our planet.

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Our pledge: 2023PlasticFree

Published
6 November 2018
Categories
University

The Ó³¿ÍÖ±²¥ and Leeds University Union have together pledged to become single-use plastic-free by 2023.

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Many gluten free products lack essential nutrients

Published
10 October 2018
Categories
Health
Science

The lack of fortification in gluten free food may increase the risk of micronutrient deficiencies for consumers who depend on these products, a new study warns.

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Blackcurrants could help end bad (for the planet) hair days

Published
30 May 2018
Categories
Environment
Science

Natural dyes extracted from blackcurrant waste created during Ribena manufacture have for the first time been used in an effective new hair dyeing technology, developed at the Ó³¿ÍÖ±²¥.

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Climate change could increase arable land

Published
24 May 2018
Categories
Global
Environment

Climate change could expand the agricultural feasibility of the global boreal region by 44 per cent by the end of the century, according to new research.

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New £9m programme to transform food systems in Africa

Published
22 March 2018
Categories
Global
Environment

A £9.2m research programme focused on improving policy making in Africa, to develop sustainable and productive agricultural systems which are resistant to climate change, has been launched.

Engineering and Physical Sciences

Green light for engineering and physical sciences

Published
31 August 2017
Categories
Technology
Science
University

The University’s ambitious plans for advancing engineering and physical sciences has taken a major step forward today with a green light from Leeds City Council.

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Research strengths secure global challenge funding

Published
20 July 2017
Categories
Global
University
University

Two significant research projects have been awarded £16million to build resilience in African businesses and communities as part of the University’s commitment to tackling the world's greatest issues.