A new study reveals that microplastics are present in sediments throughout the Whittard Canyon – a submarine canyon off the ...

The collapse of tropical forests during Earth’s most catastrophic extinction event was the primary cause of the prolonged global warming which followed, according to new research.

Research conducted at the University of Leeds has helped to uncover a trend of increasing surface meltwater in East ...

We are a major international powerhouse for environmental research that has wide-ranging and positive impacts on the world that we live in. Our research is carried out within five institutes which ...

Exploring Leeds Grand buildings, iconic landmarks and sustainable green space: our single-site campus has it all. When you study at the University of Leeds, you’ll be on the doorstep to one of the ...

Our research tackles major and emerging problems in food science and nutrition. We are recognised as world-leaders in food colloids and diet and health. We apply fundamental scientific principles to ...

The Institute for Transport Studies is one of the UK's leading departments for transport teaching and research. We deliver internationally excellent research outputs, which impact upon transport ...

We work at the forefront of global research agendas, leading the way in finding solutions to major social, political and environmental challenges. This exciting and impactful research takes us to some ...

Researchers from the University of Leeds contributed to a House of Commons committee report about the Antarctic environment, ...

To complete a postgraduate research programme, you’ll need to be dedicated and passionate about your area of study. But it’ll be well worth it. Being a doctoral student is challenging, but incredibly ...

We are researching fundamental geoscience with application and impact towards energy, environmental, industrial and infrastructural problems. We have a diverse research base, strong international ...