Turning the key to economic recovery
Ana Botin, the CEO of Santander UK, will be delivering a guest lecture at Leeds University Business School in March on 'UK Banks and Small Businesses: key to economic recovery'.
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Yorkshire skincare start-up benefits from free University support
Free scientific support from Leeds' Institute of Process Research and Development (iPRD) has enabled a local skincare start-up to commercialise a new facial wash for the teenage market.
Royal honour
University Chancellor Lord Bragg, Vice-Chancellor Professor Michael Arthur and Deputy Vice-Chancellor Professor John Fisher have visited Buckingham Palace to receive the Queen's Anniversary Prize.
University of Leeds and Arup agree research and education partnership
The University of Leeds and design consultant Arup have signed an agreement which will lead to collaborations in education and research.
Leeds entrepreneurs score major funding for environmental venture
An online marketplace for eco-friendly and natural products founded by two University of Leeds graduates has secured £200,000 investment from a syndicate of business angels.
Diagnostics for viruses a step closer to reality
Scientists have developed a technique which could form the basis of a non-invasive diagnostic for Adenovirus - the virus responsible for a large number of common illnesses.
Making the leap from 'theory to theatre'
A Leeds professor is one of eight of the UK's most promising leaders in medical health research to be awarded a National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) professorship.
University of Leeds in step with new dance partner
The University of Leeds has announced the signing of a pioneering associate company agreement with the Yorkshire-based Balbir Singh Dance Company.
Major new festival to celebrate arts and industry links
Ludus Festival Leeds will host an array of local and international performing arts talent, whilst supporting and promoting the cultural life of the City.
Flumes and lasers test elite sportswear
Fabric used to make what is believed to be the fastest swimsuit to ever go on the market was tested by Leeds researchers who simulated conditions close to those experienced by elite swimmers.