News

Drawing a ‘curtain of fire’ on dinosaur extinction theory?

Published
Monday 23rd November, 2015
Categories
Science
News
Environment

The role volcanic activity played in mass extinction in the Earth’s early history is likely to have been much less severe than previously thought, according to a study led by the University of Leeds.

A new Government-backed code, which could slash UK carbon dioxide emissions by 220 million tonnes and protect rare wildlife by restoring moors, bogs and mires has been launched.

Peatland Code could significantly cut greenhouse gas emissions

Published
Monday 23rd November, 2015
Categories
Environment
Society & Politics

A new Government-backed code has been launched that could slash UK carbon dioxide emissions by 220 million tonnes and protect rare wildlife by restoring moors, bogs and mires.

Investing in Knowledge, Creating Opportunity

Published
Wednesday 18th November, 2015
Categories
Research and innovation
News
Research

A specially commissioned report captures the scale of the University’s economic, social and cultural impact.

Increased deforestation and the Amazon basin rainfall

Published
Thursday 12th November, 2015
Categories
Environment

Researchers report that continued deforestation of the Amazon rainforest could diminish rainfall levels in the Amazon River basin, which may impact the region’s climate, ecosystems and economies.

Launch of South West Jiao Tong partnership

Engineering powerhouses set up China-UK joint school

Published
Friday 30th October, 2015
Categories
Business & Economy
Technology
University

The University of Leeds and China's Southwest Jiaotong University (SWJTU) have launched a joint school to deliver world-class teaching and research.