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Leeds ranked 75th globally in QS World University Rankings
The University has climbed 11 places in the 2024 QS World University Rankings to 75th in the world.
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Leeds hosts global Fair Trade event
An international event aimed at establishing equity between producers and consumers was hosted by the University this week.
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The impact different species and their traits have on human wellbeing
New research has revealed for the first time that well-functioning ecosystems are crucial to human health and wellbeing.
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Greenhouse gas emissions at 鈥榓n all-time high鈥�, warn scientists
Human-caused global warming has continued to increase at an 鈥渦nprecedented rate鈥� since the last major assessment of the climate system published two years ago, say 50 leading scientists.
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Strategic Agreement marks new University collaboration
The 映客直播 has signed a strategic partnership with the University of Pretoria that commits to tackling some of the world's most pressing challenges.
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鈥楰eep dancing鈥� as research shows it helps over 85s stay healthy
Regular dance sessions can benefit people over 85 by helping them be physically active, socialise, and reconnect with their younger selves, according to new research led by the 映客直播.
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'Global North owes $170 trillion for excessive CO2 emissions'
Industrialised nations responsible for excessive levels of CO2 emissions could be liable for $170 trillion in compensation by 2050 to ensure climate change targets are met, say researchers.
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Accelerated melting of glaciers in Greenland
A study has found widespread mass loss of glaciers and ice caps in Greenland since the start of the 20th century.聽
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Research 'solves' mystery of Jupiter's stunning colour changes
Academics at the 映客直播 believe they could have found the answer to a long-running mystery behind Jupiter鈥檚 famous 鈥渟tripes鈥�.
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Scientist recognised for research into Congo peatlands
A researcher who exposed the threat that climate change poses to tropical forests in Africa has been elected a Fellow of the Royal Society, one of the highest accolades in science.