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.
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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.
Major plastic packaging waste recycling reforms are needed
Significant changes to the way that plastic packaging waste is recycled in England are needed in order to eliminate avoidable plastic waste by 2043 and meet Government ambitions.
LIDA joins powerful new COVID-19 data alliance
Leeds Institute for Data Analytics (LIDA) is providing a powerful new COVID-19 data alliance with secure infrastructure, scientific expertise and access to global academic research networks.
University acquires city centre venue
The University has exchanged an agreement to purchase Cloth Hall Court from Leeds Beckett University.
Rail research centre on track to boost economy
A cutting-edge rail research centre being built by the University of Leeds has the potential to contribute billions of pounds to the UK economy, according to consultants GENECON.