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Director GCHQ honours Turing

Published
4 October 2012
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Science
University

Iain Lobban, Director GCHQ and Leeds graduate, has paid tribute to cryptanalyst and mathematician Alan Turing in a public lecture at the University.

Droughts could profoundly harm river life

Published
10 September 2012
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Science
Environment

Critically low water levels in many rivers could lead to the partial collapse of food webs that support aquatic life, according to a study co-authored by a University of Leeds researcher.

Feline friends?

Published
4 September 2012
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Health
Science

A report showing that 350,000 people in the UK become infected with the Toxoplasma parasite each year has raised new concerns about its risks and has prompted a rethink of the dangers posed by cats.

National Teaching Fellowship success

Published
15 August 2012
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Science
University

The 2012 National Teaching Fellows see Leeds become the most successful institution since the scheme's launch 12 years ago.

'Youth friendly' messages on medicines for kids

Published
1 June 2012
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Science
Health
Health
Science

Medicines for treating ADHD will now include information written with youngsters and teens in mind, thanks to work by researchers at the University of Leeds and the MHRA.