Professor Dame Jane Francis announced as new Chancellor
Professor Dame Jane Francis has been announced as the University’s new Chancellor.
University News
Future of key musculoskeletal research centre secured
A multi-million pound investment has secured the future of a joint University and NHS research centre specialising in rheumatology, musculoskeletal diseases and joint replacement.
School of Music invests in new Steinway pianos
A major investment in new musical instruments at the University of Leeds was today celebrated with the performance of a specially-composed piece of music.
How the brain copes with extreme stress
In January 1987, Terry Waite was abducted while negotiating the release of hostages in the Middle East. He was held captive for five years – for much of that time he was in solitary confinement.
Leeds set to become a partner of The Alan Turing Institute
The University of Leeds is set to become a partner of The Alan Turing Institute, the UK’s prestigious national institute for data science.
Times Higher: Leeds secures big increases in research council awards
The University has seen a £12 million boost in research council awards during 2016/17 according to a Times Higher Education (THE) magazine analysis.
Building a tribute to Sir William Henry Bragg
The University is to name a key building in its £96m investment in engineering and physical sciences in honour of one of Leeds’ most influential scientists.
Capital of Culture 2023 – the bid is in
The city of Leeds is celebrating a key phase in its bid to be European Capital of Culture in 2023.
New Director of Nexus appointed
Dr Martin Stow has been appointed as the Director of Nexus and will lead a programme to embed new approaches to nurturing and supporting innovation and enterprise across the University.
Leeds powers into top 10 Good University Guide
The University of Leeds has secured its place in the top 10 universities in the UK, according to The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2018, published today.