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Research and innovation News
Lung screening trial launched in Leeds
People at high risk of developing lung cancer have the chance to take part in a pioneering new screening trial launched in Leeds.
Leeds receives £10m investment for AI and digital pathology
Leeds researchers have been awarded a £10.1m investment from UK Research and Innovation to expand a digital pathology and artificial intelligence programme across the North of England.
Planning for Leeds’ driverless future
A new study has predicted the effects driverless cars could have on urban transport systems and public behaviour in the City of Leeds.
Welcoming Channel 4’s move to Leeds
Plans are already being devised for collaborations with Channel 4 following the announcement that the corporation will locate its new national headquarters in Leeds.
Business expertise drives ethical hackathon
More than 100 students took part in this year’s Fintech Hackathon, receiving valuable advice from leading businesses during the 24-hour challenge.
Gaps in understanding European children's nutrient intakes
Only a third of European countries have robust reporting on child and adolescent nutrient intakes, new research shows.
Ten-foot tall microscopes helping combat world’s worst diseases
The century-long mission to understand how the proteins which underpin amyloid-based diseases like Alzheimer’s, Huntington’s and Parkinson’s has taken major steps forward in the last 12 months.
Can charitable giving save our parks?
A research project to explore the idea of charitable giving to public parks has been launched in Leeds.
Nursing apprentices meet Minister
Nursing apprentices taught by the University had an opportunity to share their experiences with the Minister for Apprenticeships.