Research themes
Our research themes are interdisciplinary areas of research that align to our academic strengths and address major environmental challenges.
Behind our research are a range of experts, many of whom are world-leading specialists and contribute to the latest developments in their fields. MERI brings their expertise together into integrated teams to develop practical solutions to the environmental challenges that we face.
Our themes
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Our changing Earth system
The Earth is changing at an unprecedented rate; our research looks at why this is and how we can rise to the challenge of living in the Anthropocene.
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The environment's effect on human health
Pollution, town planning, and climate all have an effect on our health. We work across disciplines to look holistically at the total environment humans are exposed to during their life, and the effect this has on our health and well-being.
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Food and agriculture
The production, supply and consumption of food is intrinsically linked to human health and well-being. This theme brings together expertise to tackle the challenge of sustainable food production and the impacts it has on the social and physical environment.
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Managing the world's water resources
Water is vital to all life on the planet and is essential for human societies to function. This theme brings together our experts who work to improve our understanding, prediction, and management of our changing water cycle.
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Environmental energy
The energy choices we make have consequences for our health, our climate and our economy. Through better understanding energy and its impact on our environment we can develop better environmental and energy usage practices.
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