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Addressing the problem of protein aggregation

Published
Thursday 3rd January, 2013
Categories
Science
Health

Scientists from the University and MedImmune are collaborating on a PhD studentship investigating the role that transient excursions from the folded functional state of a protein plays in aggregation.

New Year's honours for Leeds

Published
Wednesday 2nd January, 2013
Categories
University

A member of staff, alumni and a generous supporter of the University of Leeds are recognised in the New Year's Honours list.

University appoints new Pro-Chancellor

Published
Wednesday 2nd January, 2013
Categories
University

The University of Leeds has appointed Mr David Gray as Pro-Chancellor and Chair of the Council - the University's governing body - in succession to Mrs Linda Pollard.

Occasional family meals boost kids' fruit and veg intake

Published
Thursday 20th December, 2012
Categories
Health

Eating meals together as a family, even if only twice a week, boosts children's daily fruit and vegetable intake to near the recommended 5 A Day, according to researchers at the University of Leeds.

Stepping up to Bootcamp

Published
Wednesday 19th December, 2012
Categories
Business & Economy
Working with business

Fledgling entrepreneurs currently studying at the University of Leeds have participated in a special Business Bootcamp aimed at boosting their chances of business success.

Former student's $4 million gift

Published
Wednesday 19th December, 2012
Categories
University

A $4 million gift from a former student will fund a programme of research and study at the University of Leeds. It is one of the biggest philanthropic gifts ever given to the University.

Specialist distributor backs crucial business research

Published
Thursday 13th December, 2012
Categories
Business & Economy
Working with business

New research led by the University of Leeds and funded by specialist distributor Smiths News PLC will give businesses fresh insights into global trade.