Broadening career horizons Published 21 July 2025 Categories University An architecture student says experience observing the development of the UK’s largest net zero laboratory building has broadened her horizons for her future career.
Understanding heart health risks for veteran male athletes Published 18 July 2025 Categories Health | Research Older male endurance athletes may be at higher risk of abnormal heart rhythms, according to a study led by the University of Leeds.
Fast track to success Published 16 July 2025 Categories University An inspiring engineering student is on the fast track to a career in Formula One after securing a place on the Lewis Hamilton Scholarship programme.
Leeds transported to the Middle Ages Published 15 July 2025 Categories University Falconry, fashion and fighting with swords took thousands of visitors to the University of Leeds back to the Middle Ages.
Penicillin allergy testing needed to fight antibiotic resistance Published 15 July 2025 Categories Health | Research Removing incorrect penicillin allergy labels on GP records could combat antibiotic resistance and save lives, an NIHR-funded clinical trial led by the University of Leeds has found.
Animal-inspired AI robot learns to navigate unfamiliar terrain Published 11 July 2025 Categories Science | Research Researchers have developed an AI system that enables a four-legged robot to adapt its gait to different, unfamiliar terrain, just like a real animal, in what is believed to be a world first.
Online toolkit to improve autistic children's dental health Published 10 July 2025 Categories Health and Wellbeing | Research A new, free, online support package aims to empower parents of young autistic children to look after their dental health – and reduce levels of tooth decay and surgery.
Strong progress across all areas in National Student Survey Published 9 July 2025 Categories Statements | University The University of Leeds has seen progress across all areas of the 2025 National Student Survey (NSS), with positive gains in every theme and question.
University granted Sanctuary status Published 8 July 2025 Categories Working with our region | University An academic who left his home country of Afghanistan with his wife and young daughter to pursue a new life in the UK has hailed the support from the CARA fellowship as “a window of hope”.
Protecting and preserving knowledge Published 8 July 2025 Categories Global | University Libraries have a key role to play in fighting the misuse of information and helping people to connect in a digital age.
Driving innovation and growth Published 2 July 2025 Categories Working with our region | Working with business Leeds-based start-ups are receiving expert guidance to accelerate their business plans, thanks to a collaboration between universities and an innovation specialist.
'It was such a relief': Prescribed play boosts parents’ mental health Published 2 July 2025 Categories Health | Research A creative play programme has significantly improved new parents’ and carers’ mental health, according to research by the Universities of Leeds and Huddersfield.
New fossils reveal climate tipping point in most famous mass extinction Published 2 July 2025 Categories Research and innovation | News The collapse of tropical forests during Earth’s most catastrophic extinction event was the primary cause of the prolonged global warming which followed, according to new research.
Partnerships for growth in India Published 1 July 2025 Categories Global The University of Leeds has strengthened its presence in India with a series of collaborations across the country.
UK economy losing billions to cancer Published 27 June 2025 Categories Health | Research Cancer is costly for patients and the NHS – but it also has a significant impact on the UK economy, according to research led by the University of Leeds.