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Leeds Ecosystem, Atmosphere, & Forest (LEAF) centre
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We bring together anyone at the University of Leeds with an interest in forests, trees & green space!
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To find out more about #GairWood and the research and volunteering opportunities on site, check out leaf.leeds.ac.uk/gairwood/
Gair Wood | Leeds Ecosystem, Atmosphere & Forest (LEAF) Centre
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November 24, 2025 at 5:08 PM
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Woodland creation strategies reshaped by Stirling-led research | About | University of Stirling
Woodland creation strategies reshaped by Stirling-led research
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October 23, 2025 at 9:40 AM
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Green Space, Young People & Climate Justice: Enhancing Access, Adaptation & Wellbeing through Nature-Based Solutions

This PhD with Susanne Lorenz and @catzigle.bsky.social will explore urban green infrastructure for wellbeing, climate change adaptation & biodiversity

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Green Space, Young People, and Climate Justice: Enhancing Access, Adaptation and Wellbeing through Nature-Based Solutions - Yorkshire Environmental Sciences • Doctoral Training Network
This PhD project explores how urban green infrastructure—like tree planting and green corridors—can support the development of inclusive biodiverse, and climate-resilient urban environments, through p...
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October 16, 2025 at 11:29 AM
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Cooling down the food system: How can regenerative agriculture contribute to net zero

Join Richard Grayson, @pippachapmn.bsky.social, and Ruth Wade for this PhD, working with the @universityofleeds.bsky.social farm

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Cooling down the food system: How can regenerative agriculture contribute to net zero - Yorkshire Environmental Sciences • Doctoral Training Network
Dr Richard Grayson (School of Geography), Prof. P. Chapman (School of Geography) Dr Ruth Wade (School of Biology) & Dr Ross Morrison (UK Centre for Ecology and Hydrology) Project Summary Current agric...
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October 16, 2025 at 11:16 AM
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Supporting policymakers to incentivise effective and equitable land use change for Net Zero with AI

PhD opportunity with Daniel Williamson and Amy Binner at @exeter.ac.uk

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Supporting policymakers to incentivise effective and equitable land use change for Net Zero with AI – Understanding Uncertainty to Reduce Climate Risks
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October 16, 2025 at 11:08 AM
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How effective would agroforestry be in the UK and where and when should we deploy it?

This PhD opportunity is with Brett Day at @exeter.ac.uk

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How effective would agroforestry be in the UK and where and when should we deploy it? – Understanding Uncertainty to Reduce Climate Risks
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October 16, 2025 at 11:05 AM
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Improving Predictions of Tropical Forest Response to Climate Change

Join David Galbraith, Chetan Deva, @forestplots.bsky.social, and Emanuel Gloor for this PhD to explore how climate change will impact the future of the tropical forest carbon sink?

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Improving Predictions of Tropical Forest Response to Climate Change – Understanding Uncertainty to Reduce Climate Risks
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October 16, 2025 at 10:45 AM
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Understanding the development of Amazonian peatlands

Join @kofitim.bsky.social for this exciting PhD project exploring Amazonian peatlands

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Understanding the development of Amazonian peatlands - Yorkshire Environmental Sciences • Doctoral Training Network
The Pastaza Marañon Foreland Basin (PMFB) in northern Peru comprises the largest peatland complex in Amazonia, storing 5.4 Pg C, harbouring unique biodiversity and supporting livelihoods of indigenous...
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October 16, 2025 at 10:32 AM
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Quantifying deforestation-induced climate risks to human wellbeing in Sub-Saharan Africa

This PhD project will be supervised by @jesstreebaker.bsky.social, @drcarlyreddington.bsky.social, and David Williams

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Quantifying deforestation-induced climate risks to human wellbeing in Sub-Saharan Africa - Yorkshire Environmental Sciences • Doctoral Training Network
Human wellbeing fundamentally depends on a liveable climate and access to safe and nutritious food. However, these two goals may increasing be in conflict: economic and demographic shifts are driving ...
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October 16, 2025 at 10:29 AM
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Developing Climate-Resilient Woodlands in the UK: Insights from Gair Wood

Join @catzigle.bsky.social and the #GairWood team for a PhD working with our newly-planted research woodland!

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Developing Climate-Resilient Woodlands in the UK: Insights from Gair Wood - Yorkshire Environmental Sciences • Doctoral Training Network
The concurrent climate and biodiversity crises have driven global, national and regional targets to restore landscapes and create woodlands. In England, Defra’s Environmental Improvement Plan commits ...
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October 16, 2025 at 10:24 AM