Specialist funds launched to support novel regenerative therapies
Exclusive funding for regenerative medicine projects with academic and industry collaborators has been launched at a special conference.
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Evidence of oceanic "green rust" offers hope for the future change this heading and change it again
A rare kind of mineral which scientists hope could be used to remove toxic metals and radioactive species from the environment played a similar, crucial role early in Earth's history.
'Hitch-hiking' viral therapy deals a double blow to cancer
Scientists have shown how a promising viral therapy that delivers a double blow to cancer can sneak up on tumours undetected by hitching a ride on blood cells.
'Youth friendly' messages on medicines for kids
Medicines for treating ADHD will now include information written with youngsters and teens in mind, thanks to work by researchers at the University of Leeds and the MHRA.
Is the Earth a cosmic feather-duster?
Scientists at the University of Leeds are looking to discover how dust particles in the solar system interact with the Earth's atmosphere.
Leeds academics recognised for outstanding contribution to medical science
Three Leeds researchers have been recognised for excellence in medical science by being elected to the Fellowship of the Academy of Medical Sciences.
Creating energy from light and air - new research on biofuel cells
Researchers from the University of Leeds are studying how to make electricity from electrodes coated in bacteria, and other living cells, using light or hydrogen as the fuel.
Bacterial builders on site for computer construction
Forget computer viruses - magnet-making bacteria could be used to build tomorrow's computers with larger hard drives and speedier connections.
Virtual slides reveal disease in 3D
Computing experts and medical researchers at the University of Leeds have developed a fast, easy-to-use way of studying tissue samples in 3D using 'virtual' microscope slides.
Scientists turn the spotlight on Leeds' bees
A three year £1.3 million research project will examine how bees, hoverflies and other pollinating insects are affected by city life.