News

Biodiversity protects tropical rainforests from drought

Published
Wednesday 29th August, 2012
Categories
Environment
Environment

Forest carbon stocks in protected West African rainforests increased despite a 40-year drought, due to a dramatic shift in tree species composition.

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Cloud control could tame hurricanes, study shows

Published
Friday 24th August, 2012
Categories
Science
Environment

They are one of the most destructive forces of nature on Earth, but now environmental scientists are working to tame the hurricane.

Leeds Paralympians go for gold

Published
Thursday 23rd August, 2012
Categories
University

Three University of Leeds graduates are members of Team GB in the London 2012 Paralympics, and could deliver more sporting glory to the region.

Flood risk ranking reveals vulnerable cities

Published
Tuesday 21st August, 2012
Categories
Working with business
Environment

A new study of nine coastal cities around the world suggests that Shanghai is most vulnerable to serious flooding. European cities top the leader board for their resilience.

Record-breaking win for Mechanical Engineering

Published
Thursday 16th August, 2012
Categories
Technology
University

Researchers from the School of Mechanical Engineering have taken a record-breaking number of awards at this year's Graphical System Design Achievement Awards, run by National Instruments in Texas.

National Teaching Fellowship success

Published
Wednesday 15th August, 2012
Categories
Science
University

The 2012 National Teaching Fellows see Leeds become the most successful institution since the scheme's launch 12 years ago.

Leeds Olympians to watch

Published
Monday 30th July, 2012
Categories
University

Eleven Leeds alumni and current students are taking part in the London 2012 Olympics and Paralympics.