Professor Dame Jane Francis announced as new Chancellor
Professor Dame Jane Francis has been announced as the University’s new Chancellor.
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Research points to second chance for rejected antibiotic candidate
An antibiotic candidate compound shelved in the 1970s in favour of more promising drugs could be worth a second look, new research has found.
School of Music invests in new Steinway pianos
A major investment in new musical instruments at the University of Leeds was today celebrated with the performance of a specially-composed piece of music.
Future of key musculoskeletal research centre secured
A multi-million pound investment has secured the future of a joint University and NHS research centre specialising in rheumatology, musculoskeletal diseases and joint replacement.
Government recognition for Leeds City Region medtech expertise
Research into innovative medical technologies has been recognised in the Government’s Industrial Strategy Life Sciences Sector Deal.
Rush to treat liver patients causing more harm than good
Doctors risk overdiagnosing the most common and fastest-growing liver condition, exposing patients to harmful tests, according to a study published today.
Second DARE Art Prize open for applications
The pioneering DARE partnership between the University and Opera North is seeking applications from artists for the second DARE Art Prize.
Challenges of caring for disabled children
A quarter of parents of disabled children provide 100 hours of care a week – equivalent to three full-time jobs – according to new research.
Understanding the impact of natural atmospheric particles
An international team of scientists, led by the University of Leeds, has quantified the relationship between natural sources of particles in the atmosphere and climate change.
Single election broadcast influenced one third of viewers’ votes
The BBC’s Question Time Leaders’ Special may have swung more than a million people’s votes in June’s General Election, according to the first in-depth analysis of its effect on the poll.