78 results for 'Antimicrobial resistance'
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- 13 August 2019
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The molecular machinery used by ‘superbugs’ to resist chemicals designed to kill them could also help produce precursors for a new generation of nylon and other polymers, according to new research.
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- 5 February 2018
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- Health | Science
University of Leeds scientists are looking back in time at previously discarded chemical compounds, to see if any could be developed for new antibiotics.
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- 18 September 2017
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- Science | Technology
The University’s research into new ways of tackling drug-resistant infections will be bolstered by a pioneering programme to develop the next generation of scientists specialising in this area.
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- 14 November 2016
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- Science | Technology | Health
In the last 60 years mankind has come to rely on the wonder-cure of antibiotics to solve a multitude of ills by inhibiting disease-causing bacteria and curing potentially fatal infections.
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- 3 June 2015
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- Technology | Science
The University of Leeds is investing £17 million in a state-of-the-art laboratory for structural biology research.
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- 2 October 2025
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- Health
A state-of-the-art research facility providing opportunities for new and bold discoveries through multidisciplinary health research has opened at the University of Leeds.
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- 20 January 2025
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- Science | Global
African students have spoken about a “profoundly impactful” conference they were able to attend thanks to University of Leeds funding.
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- 30 December 2024
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Members of the University of Leeds community are among those recognised in the New Year Honours.
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- 5 November 2024
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- Health | Research
Scientists and clinicians at the University of Leeds exploring new radiotherapy treatments and technologies have been given a major cash boost from Cancer Research UK (CRUK).
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- 29 July 2024
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- Health | Research
A new class of robot with magnetic skin and movement that mimics creeping vine plants, could transform cancer diagnosis and treatment, according to a new University of Leeds study.
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- 22 May 2024
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A University of Leeds student has played a key role in the 80th anniversary D-day celebrations.
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- 7 March 2024
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A nanosurgical tool - about 500 times thinner than a human hair - could give insights into cancer treatment resistance that no other technology has been able to do, according to a new study.
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- 20 July 2023
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- Working with business | Research
Paying more for clothes does not necessarily mean they will last longer, according to new research carried out by the School of Design.
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- 26 April 2023
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- Global | Science | Environment
A collaboration involving 80 scientists has identified the regions of the Amazon rainforest where trees are most likely to face the greatest risk from drier conditions brought about by climate change.
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- 14 September 2022
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- Global
Two new Deans have been appointed to drive forward the University’s global vision.