Toyin wins award for her work in engineering
Toyin Jegede is a trailblazer who has been named an "Engineering Hero" by Nigeria's professional women engineers association.
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Raising the ‘Curtain’ on new campus sculpture
World-renowned Spanish sculptor Juanjo Novella will officially launch his sculpture ‘Curtain’ at the University of Leeds this week.
Leeds expert joins Government bird flu task force
A Government task force set up to find new ways to contain outbreaks of bird flu will feature expertise from the University.
Heart surgery backlog requires urgent action
Urgent action is needed to clear the backlog of people with a common heart condition waiting for life-saving treatment, according to new research.
Research recognition for Leeds academics
Two Leeds researchers have received prestigious fellowships aimed at tackling major global challenges.
Taking UK airborne research to new heights
The UK’s flying laboratory will remain at the forefront of environmental research following a significant investment by the UK Government.
Low-tech: just what the doctor ordered
Medical equipment that can be manufactured at low cost and easily maintained will help extend surgery to the five billion people worldwide who currently cannot get access to it, say researchers.
Improve air quality inside buildings - leading engineers
Air quality inside buildings and on transport systems should be improved to reduce the impact of future pandemics or the spread of flu and other infectious diseases, say engineers and scientists.
Industrial action 2021/22
A message to staff from Vice-Chancellor Professor Simone Buitendijk.
Tackling the phosphorus crisis
Global mismanagement of phosphorus is threatening food security and polluting water, according to a new report into the use of the finite nutrient.