University of Leeds

Human-caused global warming has continued to increase at an “unprecedented rate” since the last major assessment of the climate system published two years ago, say 50 leading scientists. The research, published in the journal Earth System…

A leading research scientist at the University of Leeds who develops computer models to understand how ageing and artificial implants affect the tissues in our body has won a prestigious award.Professor Nora de Leeuw, Executive Dean of…

A civil engineer who has conducted pioneering research into the performance and durability of concrete has been recognised in the King's Birthday Honours.Professor Muhammed Basheer, Chair in Structural Engineering at the University of…

New research has revealed for the first time that well-functioning ecosystems are crucial to human health and wellbeing.The study, published in Nature Sustainability, suggests that the interactions between humans and biodiversity deliver…

Algorithms that accurately reflect the behaviour of road users - vital for the safe roll out of driverless vehicles - are still not available, warn scientists.They say there is “formidable complexity” in developing software that can…

Strawberry lovers might want to check the provenance of their fruit this summer following controversy about a new farming bill which could cause the devastation of an iconic Spanish wetland.Scientists from the University of Leeds and the…

An international event aimed at establishing equity between producers and consumers was hosted by the University this week.The Fair Trade International Symposium, which took place between 19-21 June in the Esther Simpson building, brought…

Internationally renowned acts, rising stars and homegrown talent will be performing at the University of Leeds for this year’s International Concert Series Summer Music Festival.Showcasing the diverse variety of music Leeds has to offer,…

A targeted lung cancer screening programme trialled by the University of Leeds and Leeds Teaching Hospitals is being rolled out nationally, the government has announced.Funded by Yorkshire Cancer Research, the Leeds Lung Health Check…

The University has climbed 11 places in the 2024 QS World University Rankings to 75th in the world.The respected rankings consider research and discovery, employability and outcomes, learning experience, global engagement and…