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Our research employs cutting-edge scientific methods, from broad-scale analyses to molecular-level investigations, to examine environmental systems and natural phenomena. We explore how human actions transform our planet's climate and ecosystems, while also studying how these climatic shifts impact societies and biodiversity. Our environmental science work encompasses air and water quality assessments, along with investigating pollution incidents—their origins, effects, and potential solutions. This includes addressing nuclear legacy challenges through studies on decommissioning and radioactive waste handling. The Department's research further explores the origins, sustainable use, and optimization of critical resources like energy, water, food, and minerals. Understanding environmental processes often involves analyzing chemical interactions within ecosystems, particularly the complex relationships between minerals, water, and organic compounds in various geological settings.