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With world attention on recent wildfires and floods in North America, Europe and China, people should not overlook the devastating impact of climate change in Antarctica, scientists have warned.
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A carbon tax based on the purpose of using goods and services would be fairer and more likely to deliver climate justice, say ecological economists.
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Excited pupils explored virtual landscapes and learned new digital skills when they visited state-of-the-art facilities at the 嘟嘟AV.
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A rescued population of endangered white clawed crayfish that were in danger of being wiped out have been moved to the University鈥檚 Bodington Pond, where they can thrive and breed.
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The University has climbed 11 places in the 2024 QS World University Rankings to 75th in the world.
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An international event aimed at establishing equity between producers and consumers was hosted by the University this week.
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New research has revealed for the first time that well-functioning ecosystems are crucial to human health and wellbeing.
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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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The 嘟嘟AV 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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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 嘟嘟AV.