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A child's foot which has an extra little toe

Rare disorder causing extra fingers and toes identified

Published
1 February 2024
Categories
Science
Health
Research

A rare disorder which causes babies to be born with extra fingers and toes and a range of birth defects has been identified in new research co-led by the University of Leeds. 

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'Remarkable' results in Leeds leukaemia trial

Published
12 December 2023
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Science
Health
Research

Personalised treatment for the most common form of adult leukaemia helps patients survive for longer and stay in remission, a phase III trial has found. 

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Leeds Future Leaders tackle global challenges

Published
6 December 2023
Categories
University
Research

Three Leeds researchers have received prestigious fellowships to support their research in climate, health and mitigating the damage from invasive species.

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Burnout prevention coaching for medical students

Published
5 December 2023
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Science
Health
Research

Medical students suffering with mental health difficulties and burnout saw significant improvements after taking part in a bespoke online coaching programme.

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Pivotal moment as global warming threatens the Earth system

Published
5 December 2023
Categories
Global
Science
Environment
Research

Climate change is pushing the world towards a series of “tipping points” which will see rapid and irreversible change across the natural and social worlds, say a group of leading experts.  

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Computer climate model wins science impact award

Published
4 December 2023
Categories
Environment
Research

An ultra-fast computer model that is shaping the global outlook on tackling climate change has been recognised for its environmental science impact.