Sound-making tech inspires older people to move more Published 16 December 2024 Categories Health | Arts & Culture | Research Older people are moving more, in playful and surprising ways, after using wearable technology developed by the University of Leeds that senses movements to create sounds and music.
Sherlock star awarded Honorary Degree Published 13 December 2024 Categories University Award-winning actor, writer and director Mark Gatiss has been honoured with a degree from the University of Leeds.
Anti-knife crime campaigner graduates Published 13 December 2024 Categories University Anti-knife crime campaigner Sarah Lloyd has graduated with a Masters degree from the University of Leeds - a moment she says she could never have imagined a decade ago.
Ventilation vital when improving buildings’ energy efficiency Published 13 December 2024 Categories News | Science Ventilation is crucial to ensure building work aimed at improving energy efficiency doesn’t create health issues like damp and mould, according to a new report published today. (December 13)
Hippos 'vulnerable' as data gaps hinder conservation efforts Published 12 December 2024 Categories Science | Research A new database of African hippo populations has revealed huge gaps in our knowledge of where the megaherbivores live and thrive, with populations fragmented and reliant on protected areas.
Criminal exploitation risk for thousands of children Published 11 December 2024 Categories Society & Politics | Health | Research Mental health hubs in areas of disadvantage are needed to protect vulnerable children from criminal exploitation, experts say in a new report.
Innovative solutions to business challenges Published 10 December 2024 Categories Working with business University of Leeds students have been praised by industry experts for their creative solutions to real world business problems.
Indonesian Ambassador visits Leeds Published 5 December 2024 Categories University The University of Leeds has strengthened ties with Indonesia by welcoming Dr Desra Percaya, Indonesian Ambassador to the UK, to campus.
Switching planes for trains to decarbonise holidays Published 29 November 2024 Categories Environment | Research Up to 41% of Britons holidaying abroad could travel by rail instead of air to cut down on carbon emissions, according to a new study by researchers at the University of Leeds.
Oily fish, fruit and cereal can 'cut arthritis risk' Published 27 November 2024 Categories Health | Research Moderate alcohol intake and eating more fruit, oily fish and cereals are linked to lower risk of rheumatoid arthritis, while tea and coffee may be linked to increased risk, new research shows.
Leeds triathlon legend retires Published 26 November 2024 Categories Alumni Double Olympic triathlon champion Alistair Brownlee MBE (Sports Science and Physiology 2009, Hon LLD 2013), widely considered the greatest triathlete of all time, has retired from the sport.
Awards showcase research impact Published 22 November 2024 Categories Research University of Leeds researchers and support teams who strive to make a meaningful difference in the world have been recognised for their exceptional contributions.
Students meet Bank of England Deputy Governor Published 22 November 2024 Categories Working with business The Bank of England's Deputy Governor has delivered a speech to University of Leeds students outlining how the UK economy has developed over the past 12 months.
Celebrating multilingual Leeds Published 21 November 2024 Categories Working with our region | Global | Arts & Culture Hundreds of people have tried a new language for the first time as part of Leeds Language Week, a University-led initiative to celebrate the city’s linguistic diversity.
Project to aid Ukraine’s recovery Published 20 November 2024 Categories Research | Global A new project is under way to radically transform the rebuilding of post-conflict Ukraine – aimed at both accelerating its recovery and helping to ensure that its reconstruction is more eco-friendly.