We explore the origin, evolution, distribution and extinction of living organisms throughout geological time, hunting for records of life in terrestrial – and extra-terrestrial – environments. We:

• study how the ancient ocean circulated;
• probe whether there has ever been life on Mars;
• characterise organic matter in meteorites;
• reconstruct three-dimensional models of fossils;
• model global environmental change; and
• map out major observed patterns in species evolution and biodiversity.

Our modelling of fluid and air flows and work on sustainability helps us to tackle issues facing our lives today – from how pollution disperses through urban environments to impact human health to developing greener forms of energy that will help safeguard our future on Earth and support a Transition to Zero Pollution.

Associated events and seminars

You can see all previous and forthcoming seminars via the ESE Events and Seminars pages.

Associated members of staff

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