First evidence that obesity gene is risk factor for melanoma
A gene linked to obesity and over eating may also increase the risk of malignant melanoma - the most deadly skin cancer, according to scientists at the University of Leeds.
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Does increased exposure to a piece of art make us like it more?
When it comes to judging art, beauty may not just be in the eye of the beholder, according to a study from the University of Leeds.
New centre to revolutionise medical technology
The University of Leeds is leading a £5.7 million, government-backed initiative to transform the way replacement joints and other medical implants are made.
'Wet' computer server could cut internet waste
A revolutionary liquid-cooled computer server that could slash the carbon footprint of the internet is being tested at the University of Leeds.
M&S Director launches Shwopping on campus
University of Leeds partner Marks and Spencer has launched its Shwopping campaign during a visit by Richard Gillies, Director of Plan A, Corporate Social Responsibility and Sustainable Business.
Human heart development slower than other mammals
The walls of the human heart are a disorganised jumble of tissue until relatively late in pregnancy despite having the shape of a fully functioning heart, according to a pioneering study.
New £26m library for Leeds students
A stunning new 'flagship' Library for the University of Leeds has been approved by planners.
Leeds joins partners in £170m European drug development project
Chemists at the University of Leeds will join a £170 million pan-European project, bringing together university researchers and pharmaceutical companies to develop the next generation of drugs.
Green tea and red wine extracts disrupt Alzheimer's
Natural chemicals found in green tea and red wine may disrupt a key step of the Alzheimer's disease pathway, according to new research from the University of Leeds.
Student filmmakers call the shots
A team of four students have won this year's Student Video Competition, with their winning entry impressing judges so much it could not be distinguished from videos made by professionals.