University of Leeds joins Coimbra Group Published 23 June 2025 Categories Global | University The University of Leeds is collaborating with universities across Europe to deliver impact for local and global communities.
Learning lessons from history Published 20 June 2025 Categories Research People with physical disabilities and mental health problems still face challenges to live their lives free from discrimination.
Air pollution a 'serious public health threat' Published 19 June 2025 Categories Health | Research A leading Leeds researcher who played an important role in Britain’s response to the pandemic has collaborated on a major new report highlighting growing evidence of health risks from air pollution.
Leeds ranked 86th in QS World University Rankings Published 19 June 2025 Categories University The University of Leeds has retained its position in the top 100 of world-leading universities for the 8th successive year, ranking 86th out of a total of more than 8,400 institutions worldwide.
Methane project receives first post-Brexit Horizon grant Published 17 June 2025 Categories Environment | Global | Research A €2.5m grant has been awarded to Professor Jan Selby by the European Research Council (ERC), the University’s first since the UK rejoined the EU’s Horizon research scheme post-Brexit.
University community recognised in Birthday Honours Published 16 June 2025 Categories University A leading road safety researcher and a sports ambassador who helped turn Leeds into a global centre for triathlon are among those recognised in the King’s Birthday Honours.
Kinder, smarter leukaemia treatment transforming lives Published 16 June 2025 Categories Health | Research Personalised drug treatments have outperformed chemotherapy for leukaemia patients in a trial led by Leeds researchers.
Leeds ranked 21st in Complete University Guide Published 10 June 2025 Categories University The University of Leeds has moved up two places to 21st position in the 2026 Complete University Guide.
Hi-tech healthcare in Leeds Published 5 June 2025 Categories Working with our region | Health Leeds plays a crucial role in driving improved patient care through hi-tech advancements, according to Health Secretary Wes Streeting.
Boosting academic evidence in policymaking Published 4 June 2025 Categories Research | Society & Politics A national engagement project co-led by the University of Leeds is ramping up efforts to support and improve public policymaking.
Leeds researcher completes Everest Marathon Published 2 June 2025 Categories Health | Global | Research A cancer and exercise researcher at the University of Leeds has completed the world’s highest marathon and a 6000m mountain climb, just over a year on from her incurable breast cancer diagnosis.
World universities come together Published 22 May 2025 Categories Global Global universities have re-affirmed their commitment to international partnership and development.
Inspiring career growth at Africa Week Published 22 May 2025 Categories University University leaders have joined up with those at the start of their careers to support female professional development.
Fighting back against superbugs Published 20 May 2025 Categories Global Researchers in the UK and India are working in partnership to address an urgent need to stop dentists over-prescribing antibiotics.
Breakthrough in anal cancer treatment Published 15 May 2025 Categories Research A kinder treatment for anal cancer involving a lower dose and shorter course of radiotherapy is more effective than traditional treatment, a clinical trial led by Leeds researchers has found.