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Experts call for a sustainable parks policy

Published
Tuesday 11th July, 2017
Categories
Environment
Society & Politics

Urban parks and green spaces are in danger of falling into neglect unless the Government shows leadership to safeguard their future, a coalition of park professionals and researchers has warned.

Misty morning at Roundhay Park, Leeds

University honorary degrees for 2017

Published
Wednesday 5th July, 2017
Categories
University

Thirteen people will be presented with honorary degrees this year, recognising their achievements in a wide array of fields.

The Great Hall and Parkinson Building on campus on a sunny day

How ‘green’ is your waterproof jacket?

Published
Wednesday 5th July, 2017
Categories
Technology
Health
Environment

In the face of unpredictable weather conditions, waterproof jackets have become key items in many people’s wardrobes.

Raincoat

First formal university teaching hospice created in UK

Published
Wednesday 5th July, 2017
Categories
Health

St Gemma’s Hospice in Leeds is to become the first formally recognised university teaching hospice in the UK, following the announcement of a strengthened relationship with the University.

Hospice

UKRI chair discovers Leeds research and innovation strengths

Published
Monday 3rd July, 2017
Categories
Research and innovation

The new head of the UK’s Research and Innovation agency, which ultimately funds the majority of university research, is due to outline his priorities and views on funding in the coming years tomorrow.

John kingman, Alan Langlands

Better tools to study the processes of life

Published
Friday 23rd June, 2017
Categories
Health
Science

Scientists have developed a new biological tool for examining molecules – the building blocks of life. It could provide new insights and benefits such as reducing numbers of animals used in research.

Affimer