Research and innovation News

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Leeds launches landmark early years research project 

Published
Tuesday 12th December, 2023
Categories
Working with our region
Society & Politics
Health

Improving the life chances of children in Leeds during their first 1,000 days is the focus of an ambitious new research project by the University of Leeds. 

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Leeds Future Leaders tackle global challenges

Published
Wednesday 6th December, 2023
Categories
University
Research

Three Leeds researchers have received prestigious fellowships to support their research in climate, health and mitigating the damage from invasive species.

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Burnout prevention coaching for medical students

Published
Tuesday 5th December, 2023
Categories
Science
Health
Research

Medical students suffering with mental health difficulties and burnout saw significant improvements after taking part in a bespoke online coaching programme.

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Pivotal moment as global warming threatens the Earth system

Published
Tuesday 5th December, 2023
Categories
Global
Science
Environment
Research

Climate change is pushing the world towards a series of “tipping points” which will see rapid and irreversible change across the natural and social worlds, say a group of leading experts.  

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Students meet Bank of England policymaker

Published
Monday 4th December, 2023
Categories
Working with business
Business & Economy

A new member of the Bank of England’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) has given her debut speech to University of Leeds students.

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Computer climate model wins science impact award

Published
Monday 4th December, 2023
Categories
Environment
Research

An ultra-fast computer model that is shaping the global outlook on tackling climate change has been recognised for its environmental science impact.

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The University of Leeds at COP28

Published
Thursday 30th November, 2023
Categories
Research and innovation

COP28 has begun in Dubai and the University of Leeds is at the heart of the conference, with a delegation bringing youth, experience and innovation.

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Gluten sensitivity influenced by negative expectations

Published
Thursday 30th November, 2023
Categories
Science
Health

A psychological effect may be a factor in people experiencing a physical reaction to eating gluten, a protein found in wheat, rye and barley that can cause abdominal discomfort.

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Early education provides sustained benefits

Published
Wednesday 29th November, 2023
Categories
Society & Politics

The more time pre-schoolers spent in childcare during the first year of the pandemic, the more their vocabulary grew, a new study has found.