If you’re sitting down, don’t sit still, new research suggests
New research suggests that the movements involved in fidgeting may counteract the adverse health impacts of sitting for long periods.
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Icelandic volcano’s toxic gas is treble that of Europe’s industry
A huge volcanic eruption in Iceland emitted on average three times as much of a toxic gas as all European industry combined, a study led by the University of Leeds has revealed.
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Leeds among UK’s best universities
The University of Leeds has been named runner-up for the University of the Year award in The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2016.
Melvyn Bragg to chair public event examining the future of the book
Renowned writer, broadcaster and University of Leeds Chancellor Melvyn Bragg returns to the city next month to chair a free public event about the future of books.
First glimpses of motor proteins in action
The first images of motor proteins in action are published in the journal Nature Communications today.
Astronomers peer into the ‘amniotic sac’ of a planet-hosting star
Astronomers have successfully peered through the ‘amniotic sac’ of a star that is still forming to observe the innermost region of a burgeoning solar system for the first time.
University of Leeds shortlisted for three national higher education awards
The University of Leeds has been shortlisted for three national awards, recognised as the ‘oscars’ of the higher education sector.
Digital Learning team wins international award
The team responsible for high-tech learning at the University of Leeds has received recognition in the form of the Association for Learning Technology’s Learning Technologist of the Year award.
Entrepreneurial spirit at the University
The University’s work in supporting enterprising students is being showcased at a series of national award ceremonies this autumn.