Thawing permafrost could release cancer-causing gas
Thawing of permafrost due to climate change could expose the Arctic population to much greater concentrations of the cancer-causing gas Radon, a new story has found.
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Crisis-hit UK cultural sector ‘at a crossroads’
New research has revealed the profound impact of COVID-19 on the UK cultural sector’s organisations, workforce and audiences.
The number of tree species on Earth
An international team of scientists estimate that there are 14% more tree species than previously thought.
Prestigious award for leading polar expert
Ian Brooks, Professor of Boundary Layer Processes at the University of Leeds, has been awarded the Polar Medal.
Leeds research inspires glacier names to mark COP26
A glacier in West Antarctica has been formally named after the city of Glasgow to mark its hosting of the COP26 climate change conference.
Using research power to tackle global issues
The University of Leeds has secured part of a new £147 million research initiative to work with developing nations on the world's biggest challenges.
Leeds researchers providing advice at the heart of Government
Experts from the University of Leeds are advising the Government on the covid-19 pandemic, including as members of influential scientific panels.
Bragg Centre: a new focus for materials research
A new centre for research into the analysis and development of advanced materials has launched at the University of Leeds.
Investing in Knowledge, Creating Opportunity
A specially commissioned report captures the scale of the University’s economic, social and cultural impact.