Targeting the biological host to get rid of unwanted guests
A new approach has been developed to combat diseases caused by herpesvirus infections, including everything from cold sores to cancer.
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Researchers uncover origin of atmospheric particles
In a study led by the University of Leeds, scientists have solved one of the most long-standing challenges in atmospheric science: to understand how particles are formed in the atmosphere.
Bowel cancer patients more likely to survive in research-active hospitals
Bowel cancer patients are more likely to survive if treated in hospitals where lots of clinical research is taking place - even if they themselves are not involved in trials, a study has found.
EU referendum: information
On 23 June 2016 the UK narrowly voted to leave the European Union (EU).
Britain's post-war prime ministers ranked by politics experts
David Cameron has been rated one of the worst performing post-war prime ministers in a poll of academics specialising in British politics and contemporary British history.
£96m investment in Engineering & Physical Sciences
The University has given the seal of approval to the proposed plans to integrate Engineering and Physical Sciences on the north eastern part of campus.
Professional bodies playing a role in banking
New research has concluded that the potential exists for professional bodies to play a greater role in raising levels of competence and promoting ethical behaviour in the banking sector.
How drug-resistant bacteria build defences
Improved understanding of the way hundreds of different types of disease-causing bacteria operate could help pave the way to tackling their effects, according to leading scientists.
Global award for international student satisfaction
The University of Leeds has won a StudyPortals Award for Excellent International Student Satisfaction 2016.
University of the Year 2017
The University of Leeds has been named University of the Year 2017 by The Times and The Sunday Times’ Good University Guide.