New tool will help unlock cycling potential
A new online tool reveals the areas and routes in England that have the greatest potential for cycling.
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A rare glimpse of Leeds' parks through time
A new exhibition and online photographic archive will allow residents of Leeds to get a glimpse of the city's parks and green spaces since the early 1900s.
Striking new public art for Nexus
The University has commissioned the British-American artist, Liliane Lijn, to create a new work of public art for its campus.
Drilling into the mysteries of the world’s highest glacier
Climate change scientists are heading to the Himalayas in a bid to become the first to successfully drill through the world’s highest glacier.
Mud volcanoes deliver new clue to life beneath ocean floor
Rock fragments brought to the sea floor by massive mud volcanoes have given scientists new clues about how far life may extend into the Earth’s interior.
Huge permafrost thaw can be limited by ambitious climate targets
Global warming will thaw about 20% more permafrost than previously thought, scientists have warned; potentially releasing significant amounts of greenhouse gases into the Earth’s atmosphere.
Discovery of ‘mini-brains’ could change understanding of pain medication
The body’s peripheral nervous system could be capable of interpreting its environment and modulating pain, neuroscientists have established, after studying how rodents reacted to stimulation.
Pore over the wonders of science at the local pub
Pub goers can pair their pint with the latest scientific research as the University of Leeds brings Pint of Science to city watering holes.
Strengthening social enterprise research in South America
A newly signed international agreement aims to expand academic co-operation and collaboration and promote sustainability, enterprise and local development.
Invitation to 'Be Curious' about our region
The University is hosting a free event tomorrow (Saturday, 25 March) to showcase some of its research to members of the public of all ages.