Top honour for engineering’s ‘best of the best’
An academic who has led research into the way the virus responsible for COVID-19 spreads in buildings and enclosed spaces has been honoured by the Royal Academy of Engineering.
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Brotherton Poetry Prize 2021 winner announced
Lauren Pope has been named the winner of the 2021 Brotherton Poetry Prize.
Fund future fertility for childhood cancer patients fairly, say experts
Young people who survive cancer risk missing out on the chance to have children, due to inequalities in fertility preservation services across the UK, new research has found.
New drug shows promise in slowing growth of bowel cancer
A new drug has shown promise in slowing the regrowth of tumours among some bowel cancer patients, according to new findings from a major trial.
Speeding up development of health technologies
A centre to support the development of health technology has been launched by the University in partnership with Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust.
Act now for economic benefits from peatland restoration
Restoring the world’s depleted peatlands now rather than later would have massive economic benefits to society, according to new research.
Showcasing digital expertise
Researchers across the University are preparing to showcase their digital expertise as part of a packed programme for the largest tech event in the UK.
The 'hidden' science critical to economic success
Leading scientists say the UK risks being overtaken as a world leader in a key area of science and technology unless there is greater investment in research facilities and training.
How planets may be seeded with the chemicals necessary for life
Analysis of unique "fingerprints" in light emitted from material surrounding young stars has revealed “significant reservoirs” of large organic molecules necessary to form the basis of life.
‘A terrific asset for UK textiles’ – industry backs new Leeds institute
Leading figures in the fashion and textile industry have welcomed the launch of Leeds Institute of Textiles and Colour (LITAC) today.