Microplastics detected in rural woodland
Air-polluting microplastics have been found in rural areas in greater quantities than in cities, researchers say.
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Protecting older male athletes’ heart health
Veteran male athletes who have spent years training at high intensity may be at greater risk of serious heart problems while exercising, new University of Leeds research shows.
Nitrogen is key to faster regrowth in deforested areas, say researchers
Tropical forests can recover twice as quickly after deforestation if they have adequate soil nitrogen, according to new research published today.
Helping communities prepare for extreme weather and climate change
A Leeds academic has produced a series of booklets to help people cope with extreme weather, as the effects of climate change leave communities facing more devastating storms, floods and heatwaves.
How can we protect public service media?
As the review of the BBC’s governance kicks off, a Leeds researcher argues that values of universality, diversity and independence must be kept at the heart of reforms.
Improving children’s wellbeing through the arts
The arts and creativity are crucial for children’s wellbeing, but funding cuts have removed this lifeline for many children growing up in disadvantage and poor health, research shows.
EVs 'just as safe for pedestrians'
Electric vehicles (EVs) are no more dangerous to pedestrians than traditional petrol or diesel cars, according to a new study.
Learning to spot AI generated faces
Five minutes of training can significantly improve people's ability to identify fake faces created by artificial intelligence, new research shows.
Keeping children away from crime
Children are being pulled into the youth justice system because their early health, education and care needs are not being addressed, according to a new Child of the North report.
Post-Covid school attendance crisis hitting disadvantaged children hardest
School attendance across England still hasn’t recovered for many children since the pandemic - and the gap between rich and poor pupils is growing, experts warn.