If you’re sitting down, don’t sit still, new research suggests
New research suggests that the movements involved in fidgeting may counteract the adverse health impacts of sitting for long periods.
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New support for medical innovation in Yorkshire’s universities
The University of Leeds has secured a £2.25 million investment to support the commercialisation of medical technologies developed by five universities in the Leeds City Region.
Brazilian wasp venom kills cancer cells by opening them up
The venom of a wasp native to Brazil could be used in the fight against cancer, according to new University of Leeds research.
Aspirin reduces obesity cancer risk
Research has shown that a regular dose of aspirin reduces the long-term risk of cancer in those who are overweight.
“Brainy” mice raise hope of better treatments for cognitive disorders
Researchers have created unusually intelligent mice by altering a single gene and as a result the mice were also less likely to feel anxiety or recall fear.
North-South cancer divide tackled with multi-million pound investment
Researchers from the University of Leeds have secured a £5 million pound investment aimed at tackling the North-South cancer divide, thanks to a funding award from Yorkshire Cancer Research.
Further evidence of genetic key to deadliest form of skin cancer
University of Leeds experts have uncovered further evidence that protective buffers at the ends of chromosomes - telomeres - are fundamental to the understanding of the deadliest form of skin cancer.
Boost for UK medical technology innovation
The University of Leeds Medical Technologies Innovation and Knowledge Centre (IKC) has won £3 million to continue bringing the best of the UK’s medical technology research to patients.
Study finds non-genetic cancer mechanism
Cancer can be caused solely by protein imbalances within cells, a study of ovarian cancer has found.
Eliminating ulcer germ may help prevent stomach cancer
Targeting the strain of bacteria that causes ulcers may help prevent stomach cancer, according to research led by the University of Leeds.