Ministers asked to intervene over rail research institute
Rail industry and civic leaders are urging the Government to accelerate construction of an advanced rail Institute that would provide a “...game-changing opportunity for the UK”.
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Policy Leeds launched to link academics with policymakers
A new policy institute has launched at the University of Leeds - aimed at strengthening the ties between the University’s world-renowned research community and policymakers around the globe.
Using research power to tackle global issues
The University of Leeds has secured part of a new £147 million research initiative to work with developing nations on the world's biggest challenges.
Learning lessons from lockdown school closures
Schools are being urged to support a study to help determine the effect of the national lockdown on children’s learning.
New materials will help UK achieve net-zero, say researchers
Scientists at the University of Leeds have pledged to develop a new generation of ultra-efficient electronics to help the UK achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050.
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 call the shots on new COVID-19 public awareness film
Professor Cath Noakes of the University of Leeds was the main scientific consultant to the makers of a new public information film designed to reduce the spread of COVID-19.
Academic honoured for ‘exceptional achievements’ tackling COVID-19
A Leeds academic has received a top award from the Royal Academy of Engineering for work which has had “widespread and significant impact” in tackling the spread of coronavirus.
How to improve uptake for cervical cancer screening
Two thirds of women are putting off going for cervical screening due to fear or past experience of pain and discomfort, according to a new study.
COVID-19: the long road to recovery
Researchers have identified a pattern of longer-term symptoms likely to be experienced by people who were hospitalised with COVID-19.