Replanting lost woodlands cuts the risk of extreme flooding
Pioneering research will for the first time monitor how the creation of England’s biggest new native woodland could help stave off the worst effects of climate change, such as flooding.
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UK government chooses Leeds to co-ordinate health research
The University of Leeds has been chosen by the UK government to take a leading role in the co-ordination of health research across England.
Forests are vital to help reduce atmospheric CO2
If the world’s natural forests are allowed to grow and mature rather than being cut down, 226 billion tonnes of carbon could be taken out of the atmosphere, according to a major international study.
AI can map the outline and area of giant icebergs
Scientists have trained an artificial intelligence or AI system to accurately map in one-hundredth of a second the surface area and outline of giant icebergs captured on satellite images.
Majority of nursery staff consider quitting sector, survey shows
A crisis in the early years education workforce has been revealed by Leeds researchers in a report presented to the House of Commons.
Study reveals inequalities in cancer research
Most clinical trials in cancer screening, prevention, and early detection focus on just three types - and nearly all take place in the global north, according to a new review.
Film portraying life in Northern towns to premiere at festival
A documentary providing an intimate portrait of life in Northern towns post-Brexit is to have its premiere at the Leeds International Film Festival.
Climate financial risk analytics hub launches at Nexus
Stronger links between UK science and innovation and financial institutions will be forged at a new Innovation Hub in Leeds.
Amazon deforestation linked to long distance climate warming
Deforestation in the Amazon causes land surfaces up to 100 kilometres away to get warmer, according to a new study.
Leeds business prepares for global expansion
An entrepreneurial couple who invented a life-saving road safety device are preparing for global expansion following support from the University of Leeds' Help to Grow Scheme.