Specialist funds launched to support novel regenerative therapies
Exclusive funding for regenerative medicine projects with academic and industry collaborators has been launched at a special conference.
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Evidence of oceanic "green rust" offers hope for the future change this heading and change it again
A rare kind of mineral which scientists hope could be used to remove toxic metals and radioactive species from the environment played a similar, crucial role early in Earth's history.
Do books cause revolutions? Historical database plots 18th Century book trade
Is aristocratic pornography or obscure political theory more likely to start a revolution? A new database developed at the University of Leeds will shed light on this and other historical questions.
University honours excellence
The former Director General of MI5, Britain's top prosecutor and an acclaimed historian have been honoured by the University of Leeds.
Bat bridges don't work
Wire bridges built to guide bats safely across busy roads simply do not work, University of Leeds researchers have confirmed.
'Hitch-hiking' viral therapy deals a double blow to cancer
Scientists have shown how a promising viral therapy that delivers a double blow to cancer can sneak up on tumours undetected by hitching a ride on blood cells.
Potential Iceland eruption could pump acid into European airspace
An extraordinary type of volcanic eruption in Iceland could inject large quantities of hazardous gases into North Atlantic and European flight corridors for months at a time, a new study suggests.
'Youth friendly' messages on medicines for kids
Medicines for treating ADHD will now include information written with youngsters and teens in mind, thanks to work by researchers at the University of Leeds and the MHRA.
Patients to benefit from better advice on pain control
New guidance for doctors and other prescribers on the use of strong painkillers for patients with chronic or incurable disease has been welcomed by researchers at the University of Leeds.
University of Leeds takes Gold at Chelsea Flower Show
The University of Leeds has scooped Gold at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show today (22 May) with its first exhibit at the prestigious event.