Research inspires beer based on ancient recipe
Northern Monk Brew Co. and a historian at the University of Leeds have collaborated to brew Mhór, a beer inspired by a 5,000-year-old recipe made in Northern England.
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Pupils become knife crime ambassadors
Campaigner Sarah Lloyd, whose 17 year-old son died after being brutally stabbed, has shared the devastating impact of his death with local schoolchildren in an anti-knife crime initiative.
European partnerships tackle global challenges
Higher education providers across Europe are joining forces to tackle global challenges.
Uncovering a CS Lewis poem in Special Collections
A forgotten poem by Chronicles of Narnia author CS Lewis reveals details of friendships between fantasy writers and medievalists at the University of Leeds.
Directing the stars: Alum film director on latest release
Writer and director Brook Driver wrote his first full feature screen play during third year at Leeds. In April 2024, his debut film Swede Caroline was released in cinemas across the UK.
Care home staff and residents need ‘family’ bonds to thrive
Care home residents receive much better care when they enjoy ‘family’ bonds with staff – but staff must be empowered to create these bonds, new research has found.
Collaborating with Indigenous communities on climate science
New research into climate change will focus on the lived experience of Indigenous communities in the Arctic.
Scientists inspire the next generation
School pupils have been inspired by world-renowned scientists as they learned about the latest innovations in molecular biology at The Astbury Conversation.
Obese and overweight children at risk of iron deficiency
Children and young people who are overweight or obese are at significantly higher risk of iron deficiency, according to a study by nutritional scientists at the University of Leeds.
Alum improves HIV and AIDS outlook in Nigeria
Public health expert Chikaodili Mary-Kate Deng (MPH 2009) has been recognised with a Study UK Alumni Award for her contribution to care systems for HIV and AIDS in Nigeria.