Clash of the crayfish: why the Americans are winning
Aggressive American signal crayfish are threatening Yorkshire's native white-clawed crayfish populations because they have better resistance to parasites and are less fussy about what they eat.
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Come over to the dark side! Learn about the grim history of food
A new exhibition of University of Leeds research into the history of eating has opened at Pontefract Museum and will look at how ideas about nutritional health have changed over the years.
Climate Week 2012
During this year's Climate Week, which runs from 12 - 16 March, the University will be showcasing its research and the positive impact it is having on sustainability.
More children now living with 'life limiting' conditions
The number of children with conditions such as muscular dystrophy, neurodegenerative disorders or severe cerebral palsy who are surviving into adulthood has been underestimated, a new study shows.
M&S Company Archive to open at University
The new Michael Marks Building, which will house M&S' full Company Archive and include expansion space for collections from the University library, opens its doors to the public on Friday 16th March.
Turning the key to economic recovery
Ana Botin, the CEO of Santander UK, will be delivering a guest lecture at Leeds University Business School in March on 'UK Banks and Small Businesses: key to economic recovery'.
Yorkshire skincare start-up benefits from free University support
Free scientific support from Leeds' Institute of Process Research and Development (iPRD) has enabled a local skincare start-up to commercialise a new facial wash for the teenage market.
Royal honour
University Chancellor Lord Bragg, Vice-Chancellor Professor Michael Arthur and Deputy Vice-Chancellor Professor John Fisher have visited Buckingham Palace to receive the Queen's Anniversary Prize.
University of Leeds and Arup agree research and education partnership
The University of Leeds and design consultant Arup have signed an agreement which will lead to collaborations in education and research.
Leeds entrepreneurs score major funding for environmental venture
An online marketplace for eco-friendly and natural products founded by two University of Leeds graduates has secured £200,000 investment from a syndicate of business angels.