Purple plaque for trailblazing entrepreneur
A purple plaque has been unveiled at the University of Leeds for the first time after a researcher won a prestigious UK Women in Innovation award.
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Children’s dental health still very poor despite interventions
Children's access to NHS dentists and rates of tooth decay remain very poor despite improvements from national Government interventions, oral health experts say.
The driving force
Leeds alum Andrew Macaulay is the technical genius behind a competition which has brought a fresh dimension to the world of professional golf.
Deforestation linked to tropical temperature rises, online map shows
Deforestation is leading to temperature increases of up to 5°C in some tropical regions, according to data revealed in a new interactive map created by researchers at the University of Leeds.
Research-based dye makes polyester greener
Scientists have unlocked a way to dye polyester using 90% fewer chemicals and 40% less water.
Leeds students quiz Attorney General
The Government’s chief legal advisor joined University of Leeds students for a special Q&A on key legal issues.
Promoting growth in the North
A delegation of MPs has heard how Leeds and the West Yorkshire region are playing a crucial role in driving economic growth.
Bringing Black stories to the fore
The University of Leeds is championing the use of Wikipedia to make education and history more accessible.
Landmark women's health study reaches 30
One of the UK’s largest scientific studies investigating the links between diet and cancer has reached its 30th anniversary, with celebrations from Leeds researchers who spearheaded the project.
Mount Everest record-breaker returns to campus
After conquering Everest for the 19th time, the world’s most successful expedition leader returned to campus to speak about life on top of the world.