Children turn scientists in outdoor lab
Children learned how robot doctors could transform healthcare at this year’s Child Friendly Leeds Live event.
Research and innovation News
‘Don’t overlook the plight of Antarctica’ say scientists
With world attention on recent wildfires and floods in North America, Europe and China, people should not overlook the devastating impact of climate change in Antarctica, scientists have warned.
Minister for Health and Secondary Care visits Nexus
The UK Minister for Health and Secondary Care visited the University of Leeds to see how the city region is developing innovative healthcare technologies.
Nature’s kitchen – how chemistry used by cooks helped create life on Earth
A chemical process used in the browning of food to give it its distinct smell and taste is probably happening in the oceans, where it helped create the conditions necessary for life.
Leeds students teach life-changing skills in South Africa
A team of students and staff from the University of Leeds and Leeds Trinity University are helping children in South Africa to travel to school safely.
Four generations of Leeds graduates
For the Walsh family, Leeds will forever hold a place in their hearts. This summer they celebrated four generations of the family graduating from the University.
Naga Munchetty: Asking the right questions
For Naga Munchetty, Leeds Student kickstarted a career to the top of her profession. After years of pain, she is using her platform to raise awareness of adenomyosis, a little-known womb condition.
Graduates join the fight against malaria in Africa
A trio of graduates from the University of Leeds have been helping to fight the battle against malaria in Africa.
Tiny surgical robots could transform detection and treatment of cancers
A tiny robot which can travel deep into the lungs to detect and treat the first signs of cancer has been developed by researchers at the University of Leeds.
Detecting deadly heart condition sooner
Combining two types of heart scan could help doctors to detect a deadly heart condition before symptoms and signs on conventional tests appear, new research co-led by the University of Leeds shows.