Fund future fertility for childhood cancer patients fairly, say experts Published 21 September 2021 Categories Health Young people who survive cancer risk missing out on the chance to have children, due to inequalities in fertility preservation services across the UK, new research has found.
New drug shows promise in slowing growth of bowel cancer Published 20 September 2021 Categories Health A new drug has shown promise in slowing the regrowth of tumours among some bowel cancer patients, according to new findings from a major trial.
Speeding up development of health technologies Published 16 September 2021 Categories Working with business | Technology | Health A centre to support the development of health technology has been launched by the University in partnership with Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust.
Act now for economic benefits from peatland restoration Published 16 September 2021 Categories Environment Restoring the world’s depleted peatlands now rather than later would have massive economic benefits to society, according to new research.
Showcasing digital expertise Published 15 September 2021 Categories Working with business | Technology Researchers across the University are preparing to showcase their digital expertise as part of a packed programme for the largest tech event in the UK.
The 'hidden' science critical to economic success Published 15 September 2021 Categories Technology | Working with business | Science Leading scientists say the UK risks being overtaken as a world leader in a key area of science and technology unless there is greater investment in research facilities and training.
How planets may be seeded with the chemicals necessary for life Published 15 September 2021 Categories Technology | Science Analysis of unique "fingerprints" in light emitted from material surrounding young stars has revealed “significant reservoirs” of large organic molecules necessary to form the basis of life.
‘A terrific asset for UK textiles’ – industry backs new Leeds institute Published 14 September 2021 Categories Arts & Culture | Technology | University | Business & Economy Leading figures in the fashion and textile industry have welcomed the launch of Leeds Institute of Textiles and Colour (LITAC) today.
Learning from those who live with wolves Published 10 September 2021 Categories Environment | Society & Politics Large carnivore populations are expanding across Europe and experts are calling for increased support for communities to encourage harmonious relationships with their new neighbours.
Why social stress is fatal for fruit flies Published 10 September 2021 Categories Science Stressed out fruit flies could be dying sooner because their social lives affect their biology, new research shows.
Transforming marine biodiversity discovery and monitoring Published 10 September 2021 Categories Global | Environment A new system for sampling fragments of DNA from marine organisms drifting in the ocean is set to create new opportunities for research into biodiversity and ways of supporting conservation activities.
Harvest festival at inner city youth farm Published 9 September 2021 Categories Health | Society & Politics | Environment Young volunteers are giving away an abundance of fresh vegetables they have grown themselves at an urban farm in Harehills.
Taste cells can control a whole animal’s foraging Published 9 September 2021 Categories Technology | Science Neuroscientists have developed a computer model to explain how a nematode worm searches for food, revealing that single brain cells can both sense the environment and control foraging strategy.
Leeds researchers chosen for prominent funding programme Published 8 September 2021 Categories University Three Leeds researchers working at the cutting edge of their disciplines have received prestigious national awards.
'Arts and culture play a vital role': Piano Competition increases reach Published 3 September 2021 Categories Arts & Culture The world-renowned Leeds International Piano Competition (LIPC) has defied challenges posed by the pandemic to deliver its biggest-ever competition, with the Piano Trail launching tomorrow (Saturday).