Enhancing weather warnings in Ghana
The University of Leeds is collaborating with institutions in Ghana to combat climate challenges and nurture the next generation of scientists.
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Soil conditions significantly increase rainfall in megastorm hotspots
Large contrasts in soil moisture levels over a wide area can increase the size and intensity of so-called megastorms which cause flooding and mudslides in hotspots across the globe.
Mini rolling robot takes virtual biopsies
A tiny magnetic robot which can take 3D scans from deep within the body and could revolutionise early cancer detection, has been developed by researchers.
Lecture theatre named after pioneering engineer
A lecture theatre at the University of Leeds has been renamed as a tribute to a pioneering professor.
Health researchers changing lives early in their careers
Health and medicine researchers who are changing lives with cutting edge research early in their careers are being celebrated in a special exhibition at the University's Parkinson Court.
Funding pledge to boost region's skills
The University of Leeds has unveiled a new levy transfer project that aims to donate £1 million to eligible small employers to fully fund apprenticeship training and boost skills development.
Quantum machine offers peek into “dance” of cosmic bubbles
Physicists have performed a groundbreaking simulation they say sheds new light on an elusive phenomenon that could determine the ultimate fate of the Universe.
Speeding up new vaccine development
A device which could help reduce new vaccine production time to less than 100 days has been granted development funding.
Trial participants with facial prostheses have portraits painted
Patients who wear facial prostheses after treatment for head and neck cancer have had their portraits painted to illustrate the physical and psychological impact of living with a facial difference.
Thousands flock to Light Night on campus
More than 13,000 visitors including young families, students and staff enjoyed a spectacular Light Night at the University of Leeds.