New senior leadership appointments
Appointments have been announced for two senior leadership roles supporting the University’s strategic ambitions.
University News
Upgrade will lead to greater research impact
A major refurbishment to enhance world-class research facilities for the Faculty of Biological Sciences is complete.
Northern universities launch new investment company
The Universities of Leeds, Manchester and Sheffield are launching a new investment company to help boost the commercialisation of university spinouts and start-ups in the North of England.
New deans for equality, diversity and inclusion
The University has appointed two new deans to lead the development of its strategy for equality and inclusion.
‘Creating possibilities and giving hope’: on the GCRF frontline
UK Research and Innovation has announced a large cut to the Global Challenges Research Fund (GCRF) as a result of the Government’s decision to reduce spending on international aid.
University awards celebrate women's achievements
The outstanding accomplishments of 28 staff have been recognised in the University’s Women of Achievement awards 2021.
University joins ambitious regional climate partnership
Key institutions across Yorkshire including the University of Leeds are joining forces to help tackle climate change.
LIDA announces partnership with Sainsbury’s
Leeds Institute for Data Analytics and Sainsbury’s have formalised a partnership to deliver data intensive research projects in nutrition and health, property and location analytics, and e-commerce.
New University Librarian announced
The University is pleased to announce that Masud Khokhar has been appointed University Librarian and Keeper of the Brotherton Collection.
Dame Fanny Waterman: ‘We salute her remarkable achievement’
The University was saddened to hear of the death of Dame Fanny Waterman, founder and President Emeritus of Leeds International Piano Competition, on 20 December.