Graduate mothers become role models Published 28 July 2025 Categories University A lifelong learner who was told she would never go to University has graduated – and says she is glad her path led her to higher education later in life.
Partnership to deliver transport expertise Published 24 July 2025 Categories Working with our region Transport experts from Leeds and Huddersfield have joined forces to drive forward West Yorkshire’s £2.5bn Mass Transit scheme.
Quartet receive Honorary Degrees Published 23 July 2025 Categories University Sports stars Steph Houghton MBE and Jack Maitland are among those to have been recognised with honorary degrees by the University of Leeds.
Deprivation shortens life expectancy of heart failure patients Published 22 July 2025 Categories Health Heart failure patients living in the most deprived postcodes are at risk of dying more than six months earlier than patients in the least deprived areas, according to a study by Leeds researchers.
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.