Leeds students debate Europe's future
University of Leeds students are to get a once in a lifetime opportunity to contribute to European Union policy when two EU Vice Presidents visit campus next week.
Research and innovation News
A life less ordinary: Lord Cowdray and the making of modern Mexico
The amazing life of Lord Cowdray and the links he forged between Yorkshire and Mexico at the turn of the 20th Century will be celebrated at an exhibition and book launch at the university.
Pale people may need vitamin D supplements
Fair-skinned people who burn quickly in the sun may need to take supplements to ensure they get the right amount of vitamin D, according to a new study.
Researchers call for more awareness of male breast cancer as cases rise
Awareness of male breast cancer is low and most men do not even know they are at risk despite an increase in cases, reveals new research from the University of Leeds.
Dying 'monster' star discovered
The final throes of one of the largest and rarest stars in our galaxy have been discovered by astrophysicists using the European Southern Observatory (ESO).
Bone drug is mixed blessing for breast cancer patients
A drug used to protect bone may extend survival in older breast cancer patients, according to researchers at the Universities of Sheffield and Leeds.
Leeds medic comes to the rescue in Africa
A University of Leeds medical student used his skills and training to save the life of a seven-year-old child whilst volunteering in north-eastern Tanzania.
Leeds premiere for award-winning composer
A new work by multi-award winning composer, Cheryl Frances-Hoad has its premiere in Leeds next month.
Our ability to model past climates does not guarantee future success
New research from the University shows that past trends in climate must be very carefully understood before using them to model the future.
Another step towards resisting breast cancer
Medical researchers have come a step closer to understanding how to stop breast cancers from coming back.