Baroness Doreen Lawrence to give 2021 Alice Bacon Lecture
Anti-racism campaigner Baroness Doreen Lawrence OBE is to give the latest public lecture in a University series honouring Yorkshire’s first female MP.
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Final year degree shows go live - in person and online
Students in Fine Art and Design have once again risen to the challenge of creating final year degree shows amid the challenges presented by the pandemic.
Helping flood-hit companies build for the future
Companies affected by floods are working with a ground-breaking project aimed at protecting their future business interests.
‘Running out of time to protect our oceans’ – UN chief
Scientists are sharing groundbreaking research with leaders in the Asia-Pacific region in an effort to stem the flow of plastic pollution into the environment.
Drug used to reduce blood sugar in diabetic patients can benefit hearts
A drug used to treat people living with Type 2 diabetes could also help improve their heart function, according to new research.
T-rays could 'revolutionise cancer treatment'
Researchers are investigating whether a kinder form of radiation known as T-rays could be used to image and treat patients with skin or bowel cancer.
Traditional markets key to COVID-19 recovery plan
Traditional town and city centre markets could play a key role in the nation’s economic and social recovery from the Coronavirus pandemic, according to new research.
Phone app to support patients coping with long covid
People with long Covid could be monitored with the aid of a ground-breaking mobile phone app and clinical website.
Mysterious bird is subject of Leeds' first children's book
A nocturnal creature with a supernatural reputation is the inspiration for a new children’s nature book published by the University.
Call for extra funding for early years care
Extra funding should be made available for early years care in the wake of the pandemic, researchers say.