Large-scale research plans for engineering and technology
Leeds City Council’s Plans Panel has given the green light to support the University’s application to develop a site that will host large-scale research and experimental facilities.
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Investment in Leeds’ high speed rail institute
Plans for the University’s new high speed rail research and development institute have moved forward after West Yorkshire Combined Authority’s Investment Committee backed a £13m investment.
Transport Secretary’s HS2 decision boosts new rail institute
A Government announcement has unlocked the potential of the University’s new institute for high speed rail.
Leeds on track: new Institute for High Speed Rail
The University of Leeds is investing £10m to develop the UK’s first dedicated centre for high speed rail technologies and system integration.
UKRI chair discovers Leeds research and innovation strengths
The new head of the UK’s Research and Innovation agency, which ultimately funds the majority of university research, is due to outline his priorities and views on funding in the coming years tomorrow.
Pioneering research presented to UKRI chair
The impact of the University’s research and its commitment to supporting early career academics has been demonstrated to the incoming chair of the new body set to oversee the UK’s research councils.
Cutting-edge transport research showcased to Secretary of State
The Secretary of State for Transport has visited the University of Leeds to see the latest research aiming to help the transportation sector become more accessible, efficient and productive.
Engineering powerhouses set up China-UK joint school
The University of Leeds and China's Southwest Jiaotong University (SWJTU) have launched a joint school to deliver world-class teaching and research.
New guidelines to curb waste on infrastructure
A new approach to procuring and managing large infrastructure projects based on work by University of Leeds academics promises to cut wasteful spending.
Investment needed in African climate science
Africa needs long term investment in scientific infrastructure and science careers to allow the continent to adapt to climate change and its effect on weather systems.
