Hidden ecological risk from overlooked invasive crayfish species Published 5 November 2026 Categories Environment | Research A new study reveals narrow-clawed crayfish, an under-studied invasive species in the UK, to be as aggressive as the well-known signal crayfish.
New tools to create safer parks for women and girls Published 4 November 2026 Categories Society & Politics Researchers have developed a new geospatial dashboard and certified training course designed to create safer and more accessible parks for women and girls.
Partnership to support students Published 3 November 2026 Categories University Students will benefit from a renewed partnership that breaks down barriers to higher education.
Lung cancer screening offered after successful trial Published 2 November 2026 Categories Research | Science | Health Free lung cancer screening will be offered to thousands of eligible people across Leeds following the success of a trial led by the University of Leeds.
Festival celebrates city's linguistic and cultural diversity Published 2 November 2026 Categories Global | Working with our region | Arts & Culture From Korean hip-hop to Mongolian music and Spanish flamenco, Leeds City of Languages celebrates the world's languages and cultures.
Movie-starring dinosaurs originated in Europe, study finds Published 29 October 2026 Categories Research | Environment A bizarre group of fish-eating dinosaurs that featured in Jurassic Park 3 originated in Europe, a new study has found.
Facing climate risks together Published 27 October 2026 Categories Working with our region The Minister for Climate Transition has called for more joined-up thinking between businesses, researchers, landowners and government to address climate risks.
Using the arts to bring communities together Published 27 October 2026 Categories Alumni An idea sparked in Leeds lecture halls has developed into an organisation which supports refugees and asylum seekers and brings local communities together.
Laughter as medicine: NHS psychiatrist and award-winning comedian returns to Leeds Published 27 October 2026 Categories Alumni Ahead of a special event, best-selling author, stand-up and consultant psychiatrist Benji Waterhouse shares the realities of working in psychiatric care, and using comedy to lighten the load.
University to lead £6.5m financial innovation programme Published 22 October 2026 Categories Working with our region The University of Leeds is leading a new £6.5 million programme that brings together financial institutions, researchers and technology providers.
Driving innovation in the north Published 20 October 2026 Categories Global | Business & Economy Startup businesses from across the north took part in a global pitching competition, held at the University of Leeds for the first time.
Language students facing uneven access to universities Published 20 October 2026 Categories Society & Politics | Research Language courses are shrinking at universities that require grades below AAB at A-level, causing ‘cold spots’ to grow for disadvantaged students.
Opportunities unlocked through language learning Published 15 October 2026 Categories Global A student who began learning Portuguese as a complete beginner has won an award recognising his outstanding achievements by writing poetry.
Leeds and Georgia strengthen ties Published 13 October 2026 Categories Global The University of Leeds and University of Georgia, Athens (UGA) have signed a long-term agreement to deepen collaboration in a range of areas including medicine and health.
Five things for alumni to look out for at Light Night Leeds Published 13 October 2026 Categories Alumni Alumni can return to campus to enjoy research-inspired artworks and performances for Light Night Leeds.