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High-tech sensing illuminates concrete stress testing

Published
Tuesday 18th July, 2017
Categories
Science
Business and partnerships

Using the principles of light, Leeds scientists have discovered a new way to measure the strength of modern forms of concrete – giving industry a better way to understand when it could fracture.

Picture shows a mouse in a laboratory

Mouse scans to tackle human heart disease

Published
Thursday 13th July, 2017
Categories
Health
Research and innovation

It’s two thousand times smaller and beats ten times faster – but the mouse heart holds important clues to the way heart disease develops in humans.

Misty morning at Roundhay Park, Leeds

Experts call for a sustainable parks policy

Published
Tuesday 11th July, 2017
Categories
Environment
Society & Politics

Urban parks and green spaces are in danger of falling into neglect unless the Government shows leadership to safeguard their future, a coalition of park professionals and researchers has warned.

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University honorary degrees for 2017

Published
Wednesday 5th July, 2017
Categories
University

Thirteen people will be presented with honorary degrees this year, recognising their achievements in a wide array of fields.

Raincoat

How ‘green’ is your waterproof jacket?

Published
Wednesday 5th July, 2017
Categories
Technology
Health
Environment

In the face of unpredictable weather conditions, waterproof jackets have become key items in many people’s wardrobes.

Hospice

First formal university teaching hospice created in UK

Published
Wednesday 5th July, 2017
Categories
Health

St Gemma’s Hospice in Leeds is to become the first formally recognised university teaching hospice in the UK, following the announcement of a strengthened relationship with the University.

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UKRI chair discovers Leeds research and innovation strengths

Published
Monday 3rd July, 2017
Categories
Research and innovation

The new head of the UK’s Research and Innovation agency, which ultimately funds the majority of university research, is due to outline his priorities and views on funding in the coming years tomorrow.