Dying 'monster' star discovered
The final throes of one of the largest and rarest stars in our galaxy have been discovered by astrophysicists using the European Southern Observatory (ESO).
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Bone drug is mixed blessing for breast cancer patients
A drug used to protect bone may extend survival in older breast cancer patients, according to researchers at the Universities of Sheffield and Leeds.
Leeds medic comes to the rescue in Africa
A University of Leeds medical student used his skills and training to save the life of a seven-year-old child whilst volunteering in north-eastern Tanzania.
Leeds premiere for award-winning composer
A new work by multi-award winning composer, Cheryl Frances-Hoad has its premiere in Leeds next month.
Our ability to model past climates does not guarantee future success
New research from the University shows that past trends in climate must be very carefully understood before using them to model the future.
Another step towards resisting breast cancer
Medical researchers have come a step closer to understanding how to stop breast cancers from coming back.
Deforestation reduces rainfall in Africa
Deforestation in the rainforests of West Africa reduces rainfall over the rest of the forest, according to new University of Leeds research published in Geophysical Research Letters.
Acidic clouds from large-scale Icelandic volcanoes: a severe public health hazard
New research shows that a large-scale volcanic eruption in southern Iceland, similar to the Laki eruption in 1783, could result in widespread air pollution across Europe.
All points North
A growing, ageing and more ethnically diverse population could provide the north of England with opportunities for economic growth, according to a new report.
New threat closes in on iconic Galápagos wildlife
Renewed vigilance over the biosecurity of the Galápagos Islands is needed, based on new research on the risk posed by West Nile virus.