'Cleaner' catalytic converter to be developed in partnership with industry
A new synthetic material that accelerates the removal of harmful nitrogen oxides and carbon monoxide from engine fumes is to be tested in a prototype catalytic converter.
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769 results for 'immersive technologies'
Rethink the economy to tackle climate crisis
Research into global climate models by leading international academics shows that current economic policies are in danger of leading nations away from emission and global warming targets.
Workplaces, transport and NHS under spotlight in new COVID-19 reports
Improving ventilation in workplaces and on public transport and fears of NHS overload during the COVID-19 pandemic have been highlighted in two new research reports.
Yorkshire Sculpture International's summer programme
Work by the University’s Gatenby Fellow in Contemporary Art has been selected for Yorkshire Sculpture International's summer programme, which starts this weekend.
Rise in forest clearance increasing greenhouse gases
Forest clearance in Southeast Asia is accelerating and leading to unprecedented increases in carbon emissions.
Northern Gritstone announces leadership team
Northern Gritstone, a new investment company founded by the Universities of Leeds, Manchester and Sheffield, has appointed Lord Jim O’Neill as Non-Executive Chairman and Duncan Johnson as CEO.
New treatment options for deadliest of cancers
A new way to target a mutant protein which can cause the deadliest of cancers in humans has been uncovered by scientists at Leeds.
Developing new techniques to build biomaterials
Scientists at the University of Leeds have developed an approach that could help in the design of a new generation of synthetic biomaterials made from proteins.
Global network transforming tropical forest research
A huge global network of researchers is working together to take the pulse of our global tropical forests.
Securing decent living standards for all while cutting energy use
Fundamental changes in our economies are required to secure decent living standards for all in the struggle against climate breakdown, according to new research.