How plants conquered the land
Research at the University of Leeds has identified a key gene that assisted the transition of plants from water to the land around 500 million years ago.
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Scientists getting warmer on mimicking anti-freeze in nature
Researchers from the University of Leeds have taken an important step forward in mimicking nature’s prowess at protecting cells from deep-freeze conditions.
HE White Paper: University of Leeds response
Vice-Chancellor statement: initial response to the HE White Paper
How to identify high risk heart disease patients
A new study shows that magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scans are the safest and most effective way to identify high risk patients with cardiac chest pain.
Listed sculpture is restored and returned
The University of Leeds is welcoming back one of its largest pieces of art.
Failures in heart attack care?
A new study has found that thousands of deaths could have been avoided if heart attack aftercare guidelines outlining when to give treatment were followed.
Partners put health and care at the top of their agenda
A new partnership involving some of Leeds’ biggest organisations has come together to improve people’s health and wellbeing both in the city and beyond.
In the fast lane: Why we steer the way we do
The way we drive could help us understand how animals make their way.
Statement
University of Leeds Council statement: Fossil Fuels
IntoUniversity inspiring young children
Children from the age of seven are being encouraged to aim for a place at University, by attending after-school classes at a new centre in Beeston, Leeds.