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Flying fish - from Africa to the Amazon

Published
25 September 2014
Categories
Environment
Science

Scientists have uncovered the natural fertiliser contained within Saharan dust that plays an important role in the health of the Amazon rainforest when it is blown across the Atlantic: fish bone.

Thinking forward through the past

Published
19 September 2014
Categories
Arts & Culture
Society & Politics

A major international research project led by the University of Leeds has attracted significant funding from the AHRC to shine new light on forgotten works by Jewish artists.

Peacock's train is not such a drag

Published
18 September 2014
Categories
Science

The magnificent plumage of the peacock may not be quite the sacrifice to love that it appears to be, University of Leeds researchers have discovered.

Rowers unlock potential with new boathouse

Published
17 September 2014
Categories
University

The doors have opened on a new £1 million boathouse which will be used by rowers from across Leeds, including Leeds University Union's rowers.