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Sea level rises from melting ice massively reduced by limiting global warming
Sea level rise caused by melting ice could be halved this century if the Paris Agreement target of limiting warming to 1.5°C is met.
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Managing peatlands to cut greenhouse gas emissions
Substantial cuts in global greenhouse gas emissions could be achieved by raising water levels in agricultural peatlands, according to a new study.
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New deans for equality, diversity and inclusion
The University has appointed two new deans to lead the development of its strategy for equality and inclusion.
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Volcanic pollution link to respiratory disease increase
Respiratory disease increased markedly following one of Iceland’s largest volcanic eruptions, a new study has found.
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Extra 100 million years before Earth saw permanent oxygen rise
The permanent rise of oxygen in the Earth’s atmosphere, which fundamentally changed the subsequent nature of Earth’s habitability, occurred much later than thought, according to new research.
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‘Creating possibilities and giving hope’: on the GCRF frontline
UK Research and Innovation has announced a large cut to the Global Challenges Research Fund (GCRF) as a result of the Government’s decision to reduce spending on international aid.
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Eating processed meat could increase dementia risk
Eating processed meat has been linked with an increased risk of developing dementia.
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University awards celebrate women's achievements
The outstanding accomplishments of 28 staff have been recognised in the University’s Women of Achievement awards 2021.
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Lightning strikes played vital role in origins of life on Earth
Lightning strikes were just as important as meteorites in creating the perfect conditions for life to emerge on Earth, geologists say.
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Reliably measuring microplastics released during laundry
The first test method that can reliably measure the amount of small plastic particles released from textiles during domestic laundering has been developed by scientists.