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.
Events News
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.
Is the Earth a cosmic feather-duster?
Scientists at the University of Leeds are looking to discover how dust particles in the solar system interact with the Earth's atmosphere.
University of Leeds prepares to take 'bee-utiful' garden to world's most prestigious flower show
The University of Leeds will visit one of the world's most famous flower shows next week to show how simple changes can make a positive contribution to the planet.
Researchers explain different mechanisms of pain
Researchers at the University of Leeds have found a previously unknown mechanism through which pain is signalled by nerve cells.
Leeds professor wins major international award
Paul Emery, Arthritis Research UK Professor of Rheumatology and Head of Academic Section of Musculoskeletal Medicine at Leeds has won the prestigious Carol Nachman Prize for rheumatology.
Keeping up with the Joneses harms Britain's bees
University of Leeds scientists take 'bee-friendly gardening' on the road as they prepare to exhibit at Chelsea Flower Show.
Leeds academics recognised for outstanding contribution to medical science
Three Leeds researchers have been recognised for excellence in medical science by being elected to the Fellowship of the Academy of Medical Sciences.
Creating energy from light and air - new research on biofuel cells
Researchers from the University of Leeds are studying how to make electricity from electrodes coated in bacteria, and other living cells, using light or hydrogen as the fuel.
Leeds graduate nominated for Turner Prize 2012
Elizabeth Price, who completed a PhD in the School of Fine Art, History of Art and Cultural Studies in 1999, is one of the four shortlisted artists for the Turner Prize 2012.