Medals success at Commonwealth Games for Sports Scholars
Six students and alumni from the University of Leeds won medals against some of the world’s best athletes at the Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games.
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Parental diet may affect baby’s health years before conception
Parents’ diets and health can have profound implications for the growth, development, and long-term health of their children before their conception, according to a series of three papers.
New £10m plan to develop Yorkshire medical technology
Solving the challenges which hamper Yorkshire’s medical technology experts when they attempt to bring innovative products to market is the focus of a new partnership.
Grab a Pint of Science with University researchers
University of Leeds scientists will bring science to the local pub this May, discussing everything from microbubbles to sustainable cities.
New quantum devices could revolutionise infrared detection
A new generation of ultra-sensitive detectors has opened up the use of infrared wavelengths for a large number of new applications that could improve people’s lives, according to researchers.
Motherhood and inflammatory bowel disease
Women with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) should be given more advice about pregnancy so they can make informed choices about whether to have a family, say researchers.
University athletes competing in Commonwealth Games
Eight University of Leeds students and alumni, including the Brownlee brothers Alistair and Jonny, have travelled to the Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games in Australia to compete for their countries.
Air pollution impact on childhood asthma
New research suggests that up to 38% of all annual childhood asthma cases in Bradford may be caused by air pollution.
'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.
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.