Fungi could reduce reliance on fertilisers Published 24 October 2019 Categories Environment | Science Introducing fungi to wheat boosted their uptake of key nutrients and could lead to new, ‘climate smart’ varieties of crops, according to a new study.
A measure of success: new Nexus partnership Published 24 October 2019 Categories Business and partnerships | Science The National Measurement Laboratory is to establish a hub at Nexus, the University’s innovation hub, and has signed a new strategic partnership agreement.
A new approach for tackling superbugs Published 17 October 2019 Categories Global | Health Scientists have uncovered a novel antibiotic-free approach that could help prevent and treat one of the most widespread bacterial pathogens, using nanocapsules made of natural ingredients.
Recognising advancement of gender equality Published 10 October 2019 Categories University Following the announcement of new Athena SWAN charter awards – with the School of Medicine receiving Gold - the University has commended the commitment to achieving greater gender equality at Leeds.
'Tricked' bacteria open new pathways to antimicrobial treatments Published 10 October 2019 Categories Science | Health Scientists have developed a new technique to trick bacteria into revealing hundreds of holes in their cell walls, opening the door for drugs that destroy bacteria’s cells.
Leeds researchers join partnership for opening of multi-million health research centre in Bradford Published 10 October 2019 Categories Health | University A new multi-million pound research centre that will improve health across the generations opens today.
Boost for cancer diagnosis health tech Published 9 October 2019 Categories Health A health minister visiting Nexus today has announced an additional £4m of funding to support the development of new health tech innovations.
The ‘lab-bot’ that could revolutionise hunt for cancer drugs Published 7 October 2019 Categories Technology | Health A robot-controlled laboratory where decisions are made by artificial intelligence will change the way new drugs are discovered, says a leading researcher.
‘Unprecedented’ rise in infant mortality in England linked to poverty Published 3 October 2019 Categories Health A new study links a recent rise in infant mortality in England to poverty.
Sir Alan Langlands to step down as Vice-Chancellor Published 27 September 2019 Categories University Sir Alan Langlands is to step down as the Vice-Chancellor of the University of Leeds during 2020.
Shining a light on creativity in Leeds Published 23 September 2019 Categories University | Arts & Culture A confluence of art and biology forms part of University's Light Night offering this year.
Future-focussed research Published 20 September 2019 Categories Science | Environment A prestigious fellowship will support five University of Leeds researchers addressing global challenges.
Research Spotlight - September 2019 Published 19 September 2019 Categories University September's round-up of some of the latest research and education stories from the University.
The benefits of investing in zero-carbon cities Published 19 September 2019 Categories Global | Environment A new report shows low carbon measures in cities could reduce urban emissions by nearly 90% and support 87 million jobs worldwide by 2030.
New insight into links between transport and land value Published 19 September 2019 Categories Science | Business & Economy A new report reveals the relationships between transport and property value across the North of England.