Cleaner’s photos show campus through the seasons
Photographs by a University cleaner that highlight the important work of the grounds and gardening team on campus have gone on show in a new exhibition.
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Climate change disrupts seasonal flow of rivers
Climate change is disrupting the seasonal flow of rivers in the far northern latitudes of America, Russia and Europe, posing a threat to water security and ecosystems, according to new research.
Boosting UK economy by £38 billion
Leading research-intensive universities, including Leeds, contribute almost £38 billion to the UK economy, analysis has revealed.
Investment to improve health outcomes
University of Leeds spinout adsilico has received an investment boost to scale up its ground-breaking work and accelerate life-saving benefits for patients.
Off the deep end: Atlantic rowing record smashed by Leeds alum
When Hatty Carder was asked to organise a rowing team to race across the Atlantic, she never imagined stepping into the boat herself – let alone setting a new world record.
Journalism students go on air in former Channel 4 set
Leeds journalism students are using a cutting-edge studio inherited from Channel 4 for the first time, showcasing their work in front of key members of the broadcaster's team.
Side effects of wide scale forestation could reduce carbon removal
The side effects of large-scale forestation initiatives could reduce the CO2 removal benefits by up to a third.
Groundbreaking proton beam therapy cancer trial opens
A cancer treatment that is currently available to only a limited number of UK patients is to be tested in a clinical trial to see if it causes fewer long-term side effects than standard radiotherapy.
Creative approach to maths wins DARE Art Prize
Keisha Thompson has been awarded this year’s DARE Art Prize for taking an innovative, playful look at mathematics to make the subject less intimidating.
Leeds alum and quiltmaker dresses the entrance to pioneering exhibition
A new large-scale textile artwork for Parkinson Court created by artist, quiltmaker and Leeds alum Tiegan Handley (Fine Art 2023) provides the perfect gateway to the Contested Bodies exhibition.