Pandemic heralds innovation investment collapse
Investment in small, new innovative companies in the UK collapsed by a third during the COVID-19 pandemic, damaging the prospects of thousands of high-growth firms.
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Leeds professor joins Digital Futures Commission
A leading academic from the University of Leeds has joined an influential panel of experts on the newly-launched Digital Futures Commission.
Space research aims to boost Yorkshire economy
The University is to help spearhead a national programme of technological revolution backed by the UK Space Agency.
Circular economy to drive UK sustainability
The University of Leeds has secured funding to help two large industrial sectors make the transition to a greener, more sustainable future where they reduce waste, energy and pollution.
Leeds leaders rally together to support start-ups
Senior leaders from across the Leeds City Region have joined forces to provide urgent support for innovators and entrepreneurs who will be key to the recovery of our future economy.
Powering the next generation of rail travel
An outline £10 million co-investment agreement has been signed by the University of Leeds and the companies involved in the power supply upgrade of the East Coast Main Line.
New report showcases civic links between University and Council
The power of research at the University of Leeds in supporting the important work of Leeds City Council has been highlighted, thanks to a new report.
Making maths targets add up
A little-known post-16 qualification could boost A-level and BTEC students’ numeracy skills and help meet ambitious government targets, according to new research.
Scientists’ warning on affluence
Technology is not the silver bullet for mitigating and solving the many global environmental issues the world is facing, scientists warn.
Leeds researchers to investigate benefits support during the COVID-19 crisis
Researchers from the University of Leeds are among a team of academics who have been awarded £618,000 to investigate how the benefits system is responding to the coronavirus pandemic.