'Target investment at poorer-quality parks'
A major report into the future of parks in Leeds has recommended the council gets them all up to Green Flag or equivalent standard, the national benchmark for high-quality recreational open spaces.
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Taking a Position – dance inspired by Brexit
Their fields of expertise are apparently worlds apart – one is an internationally-respected choreographer, the other a professor of political communication.
Surgeons’ performance benefits from ‘warm-ups’
Surgeons progressively ‘warm-up’ as they repeat a procedure on their operating list, akin to the way athletes’ performance improves across a competition – according to new research.
University and Transport Systems Catapult announce alliance
The University and the Transport Systems Catapult have announced a ‘Deep Academic Alliance’ agreement which will support the development and implementation of innovative transport technologies.
PhD researcher to meet Nobel scientists
Nobel laureates from across the scientific spectrum and around the world will be sharing their expertise and insight with a University of Leeds researcher later this year.
Chronic ill health and the chances of surviving a heart attack
New research has identified the devastating impact of pre-existing health problems on recovery from a heart attack.
Leeds Festival of Science
Leeds Festival of Science returns this month to showcase plate tectonics, interactive space toys and the funny side of climate change.
Re-think on energy charging could reduce bills for 70% of households
Researchers have found that 70% of UK households would be better off if costs of government energy policy were removed from gas and electricity bills and applied according to household income.
Study challenges use of off-label drug to treat osteoarthritis in hands
An off-label drug prescribed to treat osteoarthritis of the hand when conventional medication has failed is ineffective, according to new research.
New models give insight into the heart of the Rosette Nebula
New research, led by the University of Leeds, offers an explanation for the discrepancy between the size and age of the Rosetta Nebula’s central cavity and that of its central stars.