Background. Approximately 70% of emerging zoonotic diseases originate from wildlife (1). As the global temperature increases with climate change, the distributions and migration patterns of wild animals will also be altered, bringing them into closer contact with humans and domesticated animals (2, 3). Read more
Background. Approximately 70% of emerging zoonotic diseases originate from wildlife (1). As the global temperature increases with climate change, the distributions and migration patterns of wild animals will also be altered, bringing them into closer contact with humans and domesticated animals (2, 3). Read more
With heatwaves becoming increasingly frequent and intense under climate change, people are relying on urban green spaces as a refuge particularly as cities can be worse impacted by heat (the urban heat island effect). Read more
Oak (Quercus robur) is an ecological keystone tree species within the UK, with each tree a habitat for up to 200 other species (Mitchell et al., 2019). Read more
This PhD is being advertised as part of the Centre for Doctoral Training for Resilient Flood Futures (FLOOD-CDT). Further details about FLOOD-CDT can be seen here https://flood-cdt.ac.uk/. Read more
Scientific Background . Megafires, characterised by their extraordinary size, speed, and intensity, are increasingly threatening society, ecosystems, and ecosystem services such as carbon storage (1-4). Read more
This project is one of a number that are in competition for funding from the University of Bath URSA competition, for entry in September 2025. Read more
More extreme weather events are being felt across the globe, driven by increased CO2 levels in the atmosphere. Shifts in regional climate and weather are a critical influence on wildfire occurrence and behaviour, influencing the spread and intensity of burning of vegetation. Read more
Integrating data analytics and machine learning techniques into aviation wildlife management presents a transformative opportunity for enhancing safety and sustainability. Read more
This project is one of a number that are in competition for funding from the University of Bath URSA competition, for entry in September 2025. Read more
This project is one of a number that are in competition for funding from the University of Bath URSA competition, for entry in September 2025. Read more
Project overview. PhD opportunity to investigate the impact of environmental change on tropical montane bats in Malaysia. The project combines ecological research methods and pollen analysis to study bat community composition, pollination network, and environmental influences. Read more
Landslides produce an estimated €6Bn in damage to global infrastructure and cause ~14000 deaths per year worldwide. However, given the poorer coverage of the global south, these figures are also likely to be underestimates. Read more
Storm Isha (21st -22nd January 2024) brought gusts of 69-81 mph to the northern UK. Damage to infrastructure resulted in widespread power cuts and travel disruption. Read more
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