597 results for 'global food environment'
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- 21 November 2018
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- Global | Environment
Ice temperatures inside the world’s highest glacier on the slopes of Mount Everest are warmer than expected and especially vulnerable to future climate change, warn glaciologists.
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- 8 November 2018
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- Global | Environment
A team of more than 100 scientists has assessed global warming's impact on thousands of tree species across the Amazon rainforest, assessing the winners and losers from 30 years of climate change.
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- 31 October 2018
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- Science | Health
Only a third of European countries have robust reporting on child and adolescent nutrient intakes, new research shows.
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- 31 October 2018
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- Technology | Business and partnerships
More than 100 students took part in this year’s Fintech Hackathon, receiving valuable advice from leading businesses during the 24-hour challenge.
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- 18 October 2018
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- Global | Environment
The first detailed analysis of air pollution trends in China reveals a 20 per cent drop in concentrations of particulate pollution over the last three years.
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- 12 October 2018
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- Science | Environment
An extensive new study will aid scientists in updating conservation strategies and understanding how climate change is affecting species around the world.
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- 4 October 2018
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- Environment
A extensive study on the effects of warmer springs on plant growth in northern regions shows substantially reduced plant productivity in later months.
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- 28 September 2018
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- Arts & Culture
The North of England’s longest running literature festival begins today – with more events on campus or featuring staff from the University than ever before.
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- 19 September 2018
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- Environment | Science
A recent study of more than 100 years of river level records from the Amazon shows a significant increase in frequency and severity of floods.
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- 29 August 2018
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- Science | Environment
A research ship carrying 80 international scientists, including researchers from the University of Leeds, is studying the region’s climate system.
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- 23 August 2018
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- Global | Science
The timing and size of three deadly earthquakes that struck Italy in 2016 may have been pre-determined, according to new research that could improve earthquake forecasting.
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- 10 August 2018
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- Global | Environment
A new study shows more stringent emission controls are key to India's future health.
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- 9 August 2018
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- Science | Environment
Historic levels of particles in the atmosphere released from pre-industrial era fires, and their cooling effect on the planet, may have been significantly underestimated according to a new study.
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- 16 July 2018
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- Science | Environment
Scientists have measured the nutritional value of herbivore dinosaurs’ diet by growing their food in atmospheric conditions similar to those found roughly 150 million years ago.
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- 11 July 2018
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- University | Global
The University of Leeds has been ranked in the top three UK universities for global funding success, according to new data from Research Fortnight.