Leeds Future Leaders tackle global challenges
Three Leeds researchers have received prestigious fellowships to support their research in climate, health and mitigating the damage from invasive species.
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Burnout prevention coaching for medical students
Medical students suffering with mental health difficulties and burnout saw significant improvements after taking part in a bespoke online coaching programme.
Pivotal moment as global warming threatens the Earth system
Climate change is pushing the world towards a series of “tipping points” which will see rapid and irreversible change across the natural and social worlds, say a group of leading experts.
Students meet Bank of England policymaker
A new member of the Bank of England’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) has given her debut speech to University of Leeds students.
Computer climate model wins science impact award
An ultra-fast computer model that is shaping the global outlook on tackling climate change has been recognised for its environmental science impact.
The University of Leeds at COP28
COP28 has begun in Dubai and the University of Leeds is at the heart of the conference, with a delegation bringing youth, experience and innovation.
Gluten sensitivity influenced by negative expectations
A psychological effect may be a factor in people experiencing a physical reaction to eating gluten, a protein found in wheat, rye and barley that can cause abdominal discomfort.
Early education provides sustained benefits
The more time pre-schoolers spent in childcare during the first year of the pandemic, the more their vocabulary grew, a new study has found.
Leeds sends first undergraduate student to COP
Amid extreme weather and record-breaking temperatures, world leaders are gathering in Dubai for the COP28 summit.
Scientists track rapid retreat of Antarctic glacier
Scientists are warning that apparently stable glaciers in the Antarctic can “switch very rapidly” and lose large quantities of ice as a result of warmer seas.