Ensuring science delivers for future generations Published 31 July 2026 Categories Science | University Providing balanced, future-focused policy advice is a key motivation for the Government’s Chief Scientific Adviser at the newly established Department for Business, Innovation, Science and Technology.
Chief Scientific Adviser sees Leeds research in action Published 15 July 2026 Categories Science | University Putting world-leading research at the heart of political decision-making is vital in tackling global issues, the Government’s Chief Scientific Adviser told a Leeds audience.
Robotic treatment offers new hope for liver cancer patients Published 9 June 2026 Categories Science | Health | Research A 92-year-old woman from North Yorkshire has become the first UK patient to receive a pioneering robotic-assisted treatment for a liver tumour which previously had no viable options.
International report reveals atmospheric impact of Hunga eruption Published 18 December 2025 Categories Science | Environment An international assessment report provides definitive statements on the atmospheric impacts from a huge volcanic eruption in 2022.
Learning to spot AI generated faces Published 4 December 2025 Categories Science | Research Five minutes of training can significantly improve people's ability to identify fake faces created by artificial intelligence, new research shows.
Landmark women's health study reaches 30 Published 30 October 2025 Categories Science | Health | Research One of the UK’s largest scientific studies investigating the links between diet and cancer has reached its 30th anniversary, with celebrations from Leeds researchers who spearheaded the project.
Trillions of insects fly above us - weather radar reveals alarming declines Published 27 October 2025 Categories Environment | Science | Research Scientists have made a breakthrough in monitoring insect populations across the UK using an unexpected tool: weather radar.
Children needing NHS mental health care rises by 11% in a year Published 7 October 2025 Categories Science | Society & Politics | Research The number of children and young people accessing NHS-funded mental health services has increased by nearly 80,000 in the past year, sparking renewed concern over a system already under strain.
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.
Dog population mapped in UK-first Published 10 February 2025 Categories Science | Research The UK has 4 million more dogs than previously estimated, with regional hotspots in Telford, Darlington and Harrogate, new research shows.