Hamburg and Leeds sign University collaboration Published 23 October 2023 Categories Global The University of Leeds has signed a strategic partnership with Universität Hamburg that commits to addressing some of the world's biggest challenges.
Baroness Warsi delivers University guest lecture Published 23 October 2023 Categories University Alum Baroness Sayeeda Warsi has delivered a guest lecture at the University.
What do influencers need to know about consumer law? Published 23 October 2023 Categories Arts & Culture A Leeds academic is working with the European Commission to provide influencers with accessible information about consumer law.
Amitriptyline helps relieve IBS symptoms Published 17 October 2023 Categories Science | Health | Research A cheap and widely available prescription drug can improve symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome in patients seen in GP surgeries, new research presented today at UEG Week 2023 has found.
Vaporised spacecraft linked to metals in atmosphere Published 17 October 2023 Categories Science | News A team of scientists investigating the stratosphere have found particles containing a variety of metals from satellites and spent rocket boosters, vaporised by the intense heat of re-entry.
Behind the scenes of social class on TV Published 13 October 2023 Categories Working with business | Arts & Culture A Leeds researcher has teamed up with the BBC, Channel 4 and Candour Productions to analyse the role of social class, on screen and behind the scenes of TV production.
Over 40 percent of Antarctica’s ice shelves are smaller Published 13 October 2023 Categories Global | Science | Environment | Research 71 of the 162 ice shelves that surround Antarctica have reduced in volume over 25 years from 1997 to 2021, with a net release of 7.5 trillion tonnes of meltwater into the oceans, say scientists.
Inspirational Professor launches Black Female Academics' Network Published 12 October 2023 Categories News A trailblazing academic, who is one of only 61 Black Women Professors in the UK, has launched a global network aimed at supporting and upskilling other Black female academics.
Boosting Yorkshire MedTech industry Published 9 October 2023 Categories Health A major funding boost will help transform the thriving Medical Technology (MedTech) business community in Yorkshire.
Researchers identify largest ever solar storm in tree rings Published 9 October 2023 Categories News | Science An international team of scientists have discovered a huge spike in radiocarbon levels 14,300 years ago by analysing ancient tree-rings found in the French Alps.
HELIX digital innovation space launches Published 5 October 2023 Categories Technology | University A cutting-edge digital learning space for students, staff and the local community has opened at the University of Leeds.
Research reveals striking inequalities in NHS heart care Published 5 October 2023 Categories Research and innovation | Health | Research Stark inequalities in diagnosis and treatment of four of the most common heart conditions in the UK have been revealed in new research.
Art, music and performances shine on campus for Light Night Published 4 October 2023 Categories Working with our region | Arts & Culture | Research Visitors can experience the magic of the UK’s largest annual arts and lights festival, Light Night, on the University of Leeds campus on 12 and 13 October.
Professor Simone Buitendijk to step down as Vice-Chancellor and President Published 4 October 2023 Categories Statements Professor Simone Buitendijk today announced her intention to step down as Vice-Chancellor and President of the University of Leeds.
‘Women should not feel they have to take a backseat’ - Dame Sharon White Published 2 October 2023 Categories Working with business | Society & Politics Dame Sharon White, who chairs the John Lewis Partnership, will share her personal journey as a female leader for the latest public lecture in a University of Leeds series celebrating strong women.