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Handling large budgets and dealing with rock stars such as the Rolling Stones and Kings of Leon was all in a day's work for Amy Hogarth. But when the Covid pandemic struck, she took the opportunity to reassess her life, give up her…

A new study identifies over 250 genes that play a part in the development of colorectal cancers. More than 250 key genes that play a crucial role in the development of colorectal cancer (CRC) have been identified in a new study by the…

Graduates from the School of Education are inspiring the next generation of children and the future early years workforce. Two new films by The Royal Foundation Centre for Early Childhood showcase University of Leeds graduates and…

Leeds alumni connected in Abuja, Nigeria, at a fully booked reunion event. The event gave attendees the opportunity to reconnect with friends, network with fellow Leeds graduates and celebrate shared memories. “Staying in touch with…

One hundred years after the human brain’s electrical activity was first recorded, experts are celebrating the legacy of its discovery and sharing their predictions and priorities for its future. Since the first recording in July 1924,…

The global concentrations of one of the main air pollutants known to affect human health have been graphically illustrated for the first time by a team of scientists. The Air Quality Stripes which were created by the University of Leeds,…

The reality of the climate impact of long-distance passenger travel has been revealed in new research from the University of Leeds. Despite only accounting for less than 3% of all trips by UK residents, journeys of more than 50 miles…

Melting of glaciers in a major Alaskan icefield has accelerated and could reach an irreversible tipping point earlier than previously thought, new research suggests. The research team which included the University of Leeds, found that…

A Leeds alum has taken up residence behind the UK's most famous front door at 10 Downing Street. Following the General Election, the University can for the first time boast a Prime Minister among its graduates. The country’s 58th…

Thousands of medieval enthusiasts have flocked to the University of Leeds for the largest humanities research conference in Europe, featuring fighting knights, music and rare works by JRR Tolkien. Bringing together over 2,600…