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A child in Brownie uniform builds a robot using cardboard boxes, brown tape and pink strands of wool

Robots inspire future engineers

Published
14 April 2026
Categories
Working with our region

A group of Brownies have been inspired to consider careers in engineering after visiting campus to discover robotics, 3D printing labs, and carnival costumes – and earn their Inventors badge.

Nick Plant is leaning on the gate marking the entrance to the new pathway across Gair Wood site. He is surrounded by volunteers called Friends of Gair Wood.

New public route unveiled at Gair Wood

Published
13 April 2026
Categories
Environment

A new public footpath has been unveiled at Gair Wood that links up with the ever-popular Meanwood Valley Trail and Leeds Country Way.

Melting permafrost in a green landscape in Longyearbyen, Svalbard, Norway

Thawing permafrost accelerates greenhouse gas release

Published
31 March 2026
Categories
Global | Research | Environment

Permafrost thawing may allow greenhouse gases to escape at a much higher rate than previously thought, and this could further accelerate climate change.

A group of school pupils gather on campus for EduCOP 2026

Climate curiosity on campus

Published
26 March 2026
Categories
Working with our region

The University of Leeds has opened its doors to 90 schoolchildren for a mock climate change conference, delivered through engaging games and activities.

Stuart Galbraith stood in front of a gig listings poster for 1983 to 1984 in the University Refectory

From The Refectory to Live8

Published
25 March 2026
Categories
Alumni

Former LUU Ents Secretary Stuart Galbraith helped put on shows like The Clash, Simple Minds and U2 at Leeds in the 1980s. It was the grounding he needed to become a legend of the live music industry.

Tracy Brabin, Mayor of West Yorkshire with the 19 Mayor's Challenge finalists.

Tackling health inequalities across West Yorkshire

Published
18 March 2026
Categories
Working with business | Working with our region

A business founded by a University of Leeds alum has won £100,000 of funding to commercialise its wearable health technology.

Andrew Fowler speaking to Mark Sewards, MP.

Unlocking regional growth

Published
10 March 2026
Categories
Working with business | Working with our region

A Leeds MP heard how the University of Leeds is playing a crucial role in driving regional economic growth.