Mass extinction survival is more than just a numbers game
Widespread species are at just as high risk of being wiped out as rare ones after global mass extinction events, says new research by University of Leeds scientists.
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North-South cancer divide tackled with multi-million pound investment
Researchers from the University of Leeds have secured a £5 million pound investment aimed at tackling the North-South cancer divide, thanks to a funding award from Yorkshire Cancer Research.
Key role for campus in piano contest’s art installation
The University is taking part in a fun and colourful public art project organised as part of The Leeds International Piano Competition.
Molecular trick alters rules of attraction for non-magnetic metals
Scientists have demonstrated for the first time how to generate magnetism in metals that are not naturally magnetic, which could end our reliance on some rare and toxic elements currently used.
Further evidence of genetic key to deadliest form of skin cancer
University of Leeds experts have uncovered further evidence that protective buffers at the ends of chromosomes - telomeres - are fundamental to the understanding of the deadliest form of skin cancer.
Boost for UK medical technology innovation
The University of Leeds Medical Technologies Innovation and Knowledge Centre (IKC) has won £3 million to continue bringing the best of the UK’s medical technology research to patients.
Climate change threatens precious UK ecosystem
An entire ecosystem is at risk from the effects of climate change on the UK’s blanket bogs, scientists at the University of Leeds have warned.
Study finds non-genetic cancer mechanism
Cancer can be caused solely by protein imbalances within cells, a study of ovarian cancer has found.
Research project will shed light on overshadowed Shakespeare contemporary
A University of Leeds literary historian is embarking on a major project to shed light on an influential but neglected contemporary of Shakespeare.
Eliminating ulcer germ may help prevent stomach cancer
Targeting the strain of bacteria that causes ulcers may help prevent stomach cancer, according to research led by the University of Leeds.