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Boosting Yorkshire MedTech industry

Published
Monday 9th October, 2023
Categories
Health

A major funding boost will help transform the thriving Medical Technology (MedTech) business community in Yorkshire.

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HELIX digital innovation space launches

Published
Thursday 5th October, 2023
Categories
Technology
University

A cutting-edge digital learning space for students, staff and the local community has opened at the University of Leeds.

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Research reveals striking inequalities in NHS heart care

Published
Thursday 5th October, 2023
Categories
Research and innovation
Health
Research

Stark inequalities in diagnosis and treatment of four of the most common heart conditions in the UK have been revealed in new research.

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Art, music and performances shine on campus for Light Night

Published
Wednesday 4th October, 2023
Categories
Working with our region
Arts & Culture
Research

Visitors can experience the magic of the UK’s largest annual arts and lights festival, Light Night, on the University of Leeds campus on 12 and 13 October.

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Investing in carbon removal

Published
Thursday 28th September, 2023
Categories
Environment
Business & Economy
Working with business

A spinout company from the University of Leeds has received investment to scale up its pioneering carbon dioxide removal technology.

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Fresh support for care-experienced students

Published
Thursday 28th September, 2023
Categories
Working with our region
University

Higher Education (HE) providers across West Yorkshire have developed a collaborative response to support care-experienced students.

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Leading the way in knowledge exchange

Published
Wednesday 27th September, 2023
Categories
University
Working with our region
Working with business

The University of Leeds remains a leading higher education institution for knowledge exchange, according to Research England.