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The power of a life well lived: The story of Marion Wiles’ life and the legacy she left

Marion is remembered as a kind, thoughtful and giving friend whose fierce independence took her around the world, and touched so many lives.
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Environmental Science student wins Global Undergraduate Award for Earth and Environmental Sciences

BSc Environmental Science student Josh Hurdiss has recently been awarded the Global Undergraduate Award for Earth and Environmental Sciences.
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New research seeks to evaluate and enhance nature recovery policies

An interdisciplinary team of scientists has been awarded £780,000 from the Economic and Social Research Council for a pioneering project analysing Nature Recovery Planning.

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