Research Spotlight - June 2019
June's round-up of some of the latest research and education stories from the University.
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718 results for 'immersive technologies'
Immersive technologies become the new reality at Leeds
Virtual reality (VR) is becoming the new normal at the University of Leeds, as staff and students working in engineering, arts, humanities, social sciences and health research embrace the technology.
University partners with Leeds Digital Festival
Leeds celebrates all things digital next week as organisations from across the region come together for Leeds Digital Festival.
How climate change will affect malaria transmission
A new model for predicting the effects of climate change on malaria transmission in Africa could lead to more targeted interventions to control the disease according to a new study.
Leeds residents to design alternatives to car ownership
A multimillion-pound project to encourage people in Leeds to design and try an alternative to private vehicle ownership has been announced by researchers.
Using NHS data to predict patients’ risk of falling
Patients’ risk of falling in the next 12 months could be predicted from their NHS data using a newly developed calculator.
Facility to advance new-era nuclear research
The creation of a new cutting-edge facility has established the University of Leeds as the UK’s leading experimental nuclear institution in the field of multiphase fluid flow.
Boosting children’s mental health
A new plan for Government to boost children’s mental health through the education system is released today.
European partnerships tackle global challenges
Higher education providers across Europe are joining forces to tackle global challenges.
Mandating indoor air quality for public buildings
An international group of experts are calling for indoor air quality standards to be introduced around the globe.
