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Satellites observe glacier committing “ice piracy”

Published
Thursday 8th May, 2025
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Research

A glacier in Antarctica is committing “ice piracy” – stealing ice from a neighbour – in a phenomenon that has never been observed in such a short time frame, say scientists. 

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Fostering collaboration between academia and policing

Published
Thursday 8th May, 2025
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News
Research

The University of Leeds, partnered with the University of York, has been chosen by the National Police Chief’s Council to host one of nine national Policing Academic Centres of Excellence.

Be Curious

Sparking curious minds

Published
Wednesday 7th May, 2025
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News
Working with our region

Enquiring young minds are set to be inspired at the University of Leeds’ flagship family event, Be Curious.

Kali 3

International partnerships tackle fire risks

Published
Tuesday 6th May, 2025
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Global

Researchers in the UK and Indonesia are working together to help communities fight the health and environmental impact of peatland fires.

Members of the Seacroft Community Garden group with University of Leeds researchers. pictured at the garden surrounded by trees.

Community garden born from collaboration

Published
Tuesday 29th April, 2025
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Working with our region

An eyesore plot of land has been transformed into a thriving community garden thanks to the power of collaboration.

Heavy tropical rainfall in a coconut grove

Rainfall triggers extreme humid heat in tropics and subtropics

Published
Tuesday 29th April, 2025
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Research

Scientists believe they have found a way to improve warning systems for vulnerable communities threatened by humid heatwaves, which are on the rise due to climate change and can damage human health.