Rail research centre on track to boost economy
A cutting-edge rail research centre being built by the University of Leeds has the potential to contribute billions of pounds to the UK economy, according to consultants GENECON.
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Mosquito-borne diseases could be prevented by skin cream
A skin cream used to treat warts and skin cancer could help protect people against viral diseases such as Zika and dengue, according to new research.
Leeds flying high for top employers
Students at the University of Leeds are among the UK’s top ten most targeted by leading employers.
Sampling world-leading science
Maths, artificial intelligence, robotics and fluid dynamics were on the agenda when Universities Minister Chris Skidmore visited the University.
Clearing up cloudy climate predictions
UK scientists are taking to the skies as part of a major international research campaign to better understand the behaviour of clouds and their role in climate change.
Quicker and cooler is best for clothes
Groundbreaking research into the impact washing machines have on clothes and the environment shows that shorter, cooler washes help clothes look better for longer and release fewer microfibres.
Children’s packed lunches lack nutritional quality
Fewer than two in every 100 packed lunches eaten by children in English primary schools meet nutritional standards, according to a major survey.
Cancer Research UK delegation visits Leeds
Senior leaders from Cancer Research UK visited the University today to find out how Leeds researchers are working together in the battle against the disease.
Driving debate on UK agricultural trade policy
Politicians and stakeholders from the farming sector will today hear from a leading Leeds professor on the future of trade regulation and how Brexit will impact future UK agricultural policy.
Sweet success – sugar levels drop in UK yogurts
A survey of yogurt ingredients show that sugar levels have significantly decreased in the last two years, but concerns about overall nutritional content remain.