University of Leeds spin out shortlisted for climate change national award
A University of Leeds spin-out company with an innovative idea to tackle climate change was recently shortlisted for the national Shell Springboard award.
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Yorkshire skincare start-up benefits from free University support
Free scientific support from Leeds' Institute of Process Research and Development (iPRD) has enabled a local skincare start-up to commercialise a new facial wash for the teenage market.
Royal honour
University Chancellor Lord Bragg, Vice-Chancellor Professor Michael Arthur and Deputy Vice-Chancellor Professor John Fisher have visited Buckingham Palace to receive the Queen's Anniversary Prize.
University of Leeds and Arup agree research and education partnership
The University of Leeds and design consultant Arup have signed an agreement which will lead to collaborations in education and research.
Leeds entrepreneurs score major funding for environmental venture
An online marketplace for eco-friendly and natural products founded by two University of Leeds graduates has secured £200,000 investment from a syndicate of business angels.
Diagnostics for viruses a step closer to reality
Scientists have developed a technique which could form the basis of a non-invasive diagnostic for Adenovirus - the virus responsible for a large number of common illnesses.
Flumes and lasers test elite sportswear
Fabric used to make what is believed to be the fastest swimsuit to ever go on the market was tested by Leeds researchers who simulated conditions close to those experienced by elite swimmers.
Universities offer free 'Tech Check' to boost local business
Nanofactory, a consortium of Yorkshire's leading universities, is offering local companies free access to their expertise to help develop new products or improve processes.
N8 launches Industry Innovation Forum
The new Industry Innovation Forum (IIF) led by the N8 Research Partnership officially launches today at an event held at the University of Leeds.
STAR treatment
A major new national clinical trial for patients with kidney cancer is being led by a team at Leeds, and the first patients have already started receiving treatment.