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Addressing global climate challenges with Nanjing University

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A crop field with a large hose spraying water over the green leaves

The University of Leeds partnership with Nanjing University originated from strong collaboration in research. Established in 2017, the Leeds-Nanjing Joint International Research Centre for Critical Zone Science facilitates collaboration in research between the two institutions to address global climate challenges, including soil and water resources, sustainable agriculture, biodiversity and urbanisation.

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Impact

  • Student experience: the Dual PhD and Double Masters programmes focus on critical research interests while supporting student and staff mobility.

Key information

  • Partners and collaborators: UK-Jiangsu 20+20 World Class Universities, The International Universities Climate Alliance
  • Disciplines: climate change, environment, sustainable agriculture, biodiversity.

Keywords: international collaboration, research culture, postgraduate study, cultural exchange programme, study abroad programme