Air pollution a 'serious public health threat' Published 19 June 2025 Categories Health | Research A leading Leeds researcher who played an important role in Britain’s response to the pandemic has collaborated on a major new report highlighting growing evidence of health risks from air pollution.
Leeds ranked 86th in QS World University Rankings Published 19 June 2025 Categories University The University of Leeds has retained its position in the top 100 of world-leading universities for the 8th successive year, ranking 86th out of a total of more than 8,400 institutions worldwide.
Scientists find three years left of remaining carbon budget for 1.5°C Published 19 June 2025 Categories Global | Research The central estimate of the remaining carbon budget for 1.5°C is 130 billion tonnes of carbon dioxide and will be exhausted in a little more than three years at current levels of emissions.
'Upstart Crow' - who insulted Shakespeare, and why? Published 18 June 2025 Categories Arts & Culture | Research New research has cast fresh doubt on the origins of one of the most famous insults aimed at William Shakespeare, pointing the finger at a friend of the Bard.
Methane project receives first post-Brexit Horizon grant Published 17 June 2025 Categories Environment | Global | Research A €2.5m grant has been awarded to Professor Jan Selby by the European Research Council (ERC), the University’s first since the UK rejoined the EU’s Horizon research scheme post-Brexit.
Tree rings reveal increasing rainfall seasonality in the Amazon Published 17 June 2025 Categories Global | Environment | Research Scientists have used clues locked into tree rings to reveal major changes in the Amazon’s rainfall cycle over the last 40 years which show that wet seasons are getting wetter and dry seasons drier.
Fighting an inoperable brain tumour Published 16 June 2025 Categories Alumni Since her brain cancer diagnosis in January 2023, Mel Crossland has raised awareness and funds for groundbreaking research and a transformative MRI scanner at Leeds.
University community recognised in Birthday Honours Published 16 June 2025 Categories University A leading road safety researcher and a sports ambassador who helped turn Leeds into a global centre for triathlon are among those recognised in the King’s Birthday Honours.
Kinder, smarter leukaemia treatment transforming lives Published 16 June 2025 Categories Health | Research Personalised drug treatments have outperformed chemotherapy for leukaemia patients in a trial led by Leeds researchers.
Global challenges tackled together Published 11 June 2025 Categories Global Students have been tackling global issues without even leaving Leeds – thanks to international collaboration modules with Nagoya University in Japan.
Alan Yentob: remembering a creative giant Published 11 June 2025 Categories News After showing a passion for drama at Leeds, television executive and presenter Alan Yentob went on to change the course of broadcasting over nearly six decades at the BBC.
Leeds ranked 21st in Complete University Guide Published 10 June 2025 Categories University The University of Leeds has moved up two places to 21st position in the 2026 Complete University Guide.
Hi-tech healthcare in Leeds Published 5 June 2025 Categories Working with our region | Health Leeds plays a crucial role in driving improved patient care through hi-tech advancements, according to Health Secretary Wes Streeting.
New research paints stark picture for young women in student employment Published 5 June 2025 Categories News | Research Employers, trade unions and education providers in England are being urged to come together to make employment fairer for students.
Boosting academic evidence in policymaking Published 4 June 2025 Categories Research | Society & Politics A national engagement project co-led by the University of Leeds is ramping up efforts to support and improve public policymaking.