'Tricked' bacteria open new pathways to antimicrobial treatments
Scientists have developed a new technique to trick bacteria into revealing hundreds of holes in their cell walls, opening the door for drugs that destroy bacteria’s cells.
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Leeds researchers join partnership for opening of multi-million health research centre in Bradford
A new multi-million pound research centre that will improve health across the generations opens today.
Boost for cancer diagnosis health tech
A health minister visiting Nexus today has announced an additional £4m of funding to support the development of new health tech innovations.
The ‘lab-bot’ that could revolutionise hunt for cancer drugs
A robot-controlled laboratory where decisions are made by artificial intelligence will change the way new drugs are discovered, says a leading researcher.
‘Unprecedented’ rise in infant mortality in England linked to poverty
A new study links a recent rise in infant mortality in England to poverty.
Sir Alan Langlands to step down as Vice-Chancellor
Sir Alan Langlands is to step down as the Vice-Chancellor of the University of Leeds during 2020.
Shining a light on creativity in Leeds
A confluence of art and biology forms part of University's Light Night offering this year.
Future-focussed research
A prestigious fellowship will support five University of Leeds researchers addressing global challenges.
Research Spotlight - September 2019
September's round-up of some of the latest research and education stories from the University.
The benefits of investing in zero-carbon cities
A new report shows low carbon measures in cities could reduce urban emissions by nearly 90% and support 87 million jobs worldwide by 2030.