New funding to transform food security research
The University of Leeds will be driving innovation in food security after a new multi-million pound research grant was awarded by government.
Health News
Rare African bush may help kidney cancer treatment
New University of Leeds research has shown why a bush that is only found in some African countries could hold a key to killing renal (kidney) cancer cells.
Long-term risks of taking paracetamol may have been underestimated by clinicians
Doctors may have underestimated the risks to patients of taking paracetamol on a long-term basis, suggests research led by experts from the University of Leeds.
Researchers volunteer to fight Ebola
Four University of Leeds researchers have volunteered to fight the Ebola epidemic in Sierra Leone.
Gold nanotubes launch a three-pronged attack on cancer cells
Scientists have shown that gold nanotubes have many applications in fighting cancer: internal nanoprobes for high-resolution imaging; drug delivery vehicles; and agents for destroying cancer cells.
Researchers discover viral "Enigma machine"
Researchers have cracked a code that governs infections by a major group of viruses including the common cold and polio.
World-class medical research highlighted in report
World-class medical research from the University of Leeds into a rare blood disorder has been highlighted in a key report out today (Thursday, 29 January).
New project looks to end lupus 'trial and error'
The University of Leeds is to be a key partner in a new £5.1 m project aimed at eliminating the 'trial and error' approach to the treatment of lupus.
Early knee arthritis symptoms first felt when using stairs
People who suffer from knee pain when using the stairs may be experiencing the early symptoms of osteoarthritis, according to a new University of Leeds study.
Department of Health puts Leeds at the heart of new Clinical Research Network
The Department of Health has announced that the University of Leeds will be at the heart of a new consortium to help improve the Clinical Research Network.