Leading synchrotron scientist appointed to Bragg Centenary Chair
Professor Sven Schroeder has been appointed to a new chair set up to lead research into the atomic structure of materials.
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New project celebrates contemporary Chinese fiction
A major project highlighting contemporary Chinese writing launches at the University of Leeds this week.
Breakthrough allows researchers to watch molecules "wiggle"
A new crystallographic technique developed at the University of Leeds is set to transform scientists' ability to observe how molecules work.
A Sign for Art, a time for unveiling
A major new piece of art was unveiled today as part of a significant refurbishment project at the University of Leeds.
Innovation and investment in policing with new ESRC funding
A new University of Leeds project is set to bring innovation to policing across West Yorkshire.
£11 million funding for doctoral training partnership for biological scientists
A consortium of Yorkshire universities has been chosen to help spearhead the training of the next generation of biological scientists.
Grouse moor burning causes widespread environmental changes
Evidence of the environmental impact of heather burning is published today in the first authoritative study on the subject, to help relieve tensions on both sides of the grouse moor management debate.
Leeds embarks on biggest ever academic recruitment drive
The University of Leeds is offering 250 new opportunities for academic researchers in its biggest ever recruitment drive.
University treasures to go on display with help of Lottery grant
A treasure trove of rare manuscripts and books held at the University of Leeds can go on show to the public thanks to a round of Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF) grants announced today.
Artist draws on First World War archive for inspiration
A unique archive of letters, interviews and diaries relating to the First World War is providing the inspiration for a new artist in residence at the University of Leeds.