Assessing the impact of sweeteners on appetite
Replacing sugar with artificial and natural sweeteners in foods does not make people hungrier – and also helps to reduce blood sugar levels, a significant new study has found.
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Mandating indoor air quality for public buildings
An international group of experts are calling for indoor air quality standards to be introduced around the globe.
To the Arctic and Beyond
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Investment needed in African climate science
Africa needs long term investment in scientific infrastructure and science careers to allow the continent to adapt to climate change and its effect on weather systems.
Paris-bound: 'Mileage mutts' help Leeds marathoner achieve Olympic dream
After 13 years of training in Leeds and racing for the city, Phil Sesemann qualified for the Paris Olympics in 2024 and became the third fastest British marathon runner ever.
Social enterprise tackles food waste
Food waste campaigners are calling on Leeds residents and businesses to get on board with their free collection service which prevents household food waste from going to landfill.
BBC Look North presenter inspires next generation
BBC presenter Amy Garcia has marked ten years hosting Look North by addressing the media professionals of the future.
Blue plaque commemorates first trans conference
A blue plaque has been installed on campus to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the UK’s first ever trans conference.
Placing schools at forefront of child poverty work
The government must form a national plan to tackle child poverty with schools and nurseries at the forefront, the authors of a new report say.
Exploring African food challenges
Partners from across Africa gathered in Leeds for a week of research dedicated to tackling challenges in food systems and supply chains.