Common virus could help fight liver cancer and hepatitis
A virus that causes childhood coughs and colds could help in the fight against primary liver cancer.
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Water solution programme to benefit Yorkshire economy by £50 million
A new £6 million project led by the University of Leeds is predicted to bring a £50 million benefit to the Yorkshire economy by reducing the costs and impact of water-related threats to the region.
Battling superbugs with the power of knowledge
In the last 60 years mankind has come to rely on the wonder-cure of antibiotics to solve a multitude of ills by inhibiting disease-causing bacteria and curing potentially fatal infections.
Leeds' expertise showcased at Indian Tech Summit
A University delegation is focussing on significant education and research partnerships with businesses and academics in India, as well as encouraging its students to study in Leeds.
Step into Leeds’ theatrical past with new heritage walking trail
Leeds’ rich theatrical history can now be easily explored on foot using a new heritage walking trail.
Strengthening links with leading Chinese universities
Strengthened relationships and shared approaches to global challenges between top universities in the UK and China are the focus of high-level meetings in Shanghai this week.
Targeting the biological host to get rid of unwanted guests
A new approach has been developed to combat diseases caused by herpesvirus infections, including everything from cold sores to cancer.
Researchers uncover origin of atmospheric particles
In a study led by the University of Leeds, scientists have solved one of the most long-standing challenges in atmospheric science: to understand how particles are formed in the atmosphere.
Leeds Institute for Teaching Excellence launches
The University of Leeds is investing £3.5 million in an institute to inspire new ideas and practices in teaching and learning.
Bowel cancer patients more likely to survive in research-active hospitals
Bowel cancer patients are more likely to survive if treated in hospitals where lots of clinical research is taking place - even if they themselves are not involved in trials, a study has found.