Great to welcome leading clinicians Andy Williams and Richard Sylvester to the Sport and Exercise Medicine Group at Leeds 🏃‍♂️🔬 Looking forward to them sharing their clinical expertise to help strengthen research, teaching and impact. Full story: biologicalsciences.leeds.ac.uk/biological-s...

Leading clinicians join Sports Medicine research group

An internationally recognised knee surgeon and a specialist in brain injury rehabilitation have joined our multidisciplinary team of academics and clinicians here at Leeds.

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👏 @zeqiraj.bsky.social and @helenfoster.bsky.social, both in the School of Molecular and Cellular Biology, have scooped two prestigious awards from @biochemsoc.bsky.social! Congratulations both - incredibly well-deserved. Read the full story 👇 biologicalsciences.leeds.ac.uk/biological-s...

The Astbury Conversation is nearly here! 🧪 A two-day conference on 20–21 April, connecting people with a passion for structural and chemical biology, biophysics, and biotechnology. Learn about the organiser and host behind the public event ➡️ bit.ly/41CLTWu More about the public event below 👇

Meet Dr Camilla Nyjkjaer @camillanykjaer.bsky.social In this short video, part of our new #ResearcherSpotlight series, hear how Camilla's research is shaping healthier pregnancies for women in underserved communities @universityofleeds.bsky.social 🎥 biologicalsciences.leeds.ac.uk/biological-s...

Why international education matters... Congratulations to Leeds alumnus Professor Abhishek D Garg @abhishekgarglab.bsky.social who has been named an Indian Achiever in Education, Science and Innovation at the 2026 NISAU India UK Achievers Awards 🎉 biologicalsciences.leeds.ac.uk/biological-s...

Alumni award demonstrates ‘why international education matters’

Professor Abhishek D. Garg has been shortlisted for a prestigious international award celebrating the contributions of Indian students who have studied in the UK.

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♥️ It's time to say thank you to our brilliant colleagues and students in the Faculty of Biological Sciences. The LUU Partnership Awards nominations close on 19 February. Show your appreciation and nominate someone today. #LeedsPA2026 www.luu.ac.uk/leeds-partne...

Leeds Partnership Awards 2026: Categories - Leeds University Union

The Leeds Partnership Awards are an annual celebration of the incredible contributions made by staff and students across the University.  These awards shine a spotlight on achievements in areas such a...

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🔬Great to see Adhirons, developed here at Leeds, recognised in the UK Government's recent strategy to reduce animal testing. The technology offers an alternative to traditional antibodies and is already being used for drug discovery and diagnostics. Supported by @nc3rs.bsky.social bit.ly/4rnjLSs

Leeds antibody alternative recognised in government science strategy

A lab-produced antibody technology developed by researchers at Leeds has been recognised in a government strategy for reducing the use of animals in scientific research.

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📊 UK Health & Biomedical Data Scientists - can we get your input? 🧬 Do you work with health or biomedical data? Use statistics, maths, AI or ML in healthcare or life sciences? Support health research as a data engineer?

🏆The LUU Partnership Awards 2026 nominations are now open Know someone in the Faculty of Biological Sciences who deserves recognition? Don't delay, go ahead and nominate them today! Deadline: 19 Feb www.luu.ac.uk/leeds-partne... #LeedsPA2026

When academic expertise meet popular culture 📻 Find out what happened when Leeds researchers Tim Benton & Stefan Kepinski visited BBC Radio 4's #TheArchers (and the fictional village of Ambridge!) to advise on the future of UK farming. 👀 bit.ly/3YANfzQ @afnnetwork.bsky.social

Sound advice: Researchers advise Radio 4’s The Archers on future of farming

Two Leeds academics were recently invited behind the scenes of Radio 4’s The Archers to advise on how British farming and food systems might evolve over the next 25 years.

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Have you seen our Jan, Feb and March webinar line-up? Visit our Eventbrite page to read about what we have coming up and to register your place www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/global-foo... These sessions are free and open to all. We also upload the recordings to YouTube: youtube.com/playlist?lis...

Is attending a world-leading biology conference on your new year to-do list? This April, the Astbury Conversation brings together expert researchers to explore 'Designing Biology' in its widest sense Full programme: lnkd.in/ebpG5Nfz #AstburyConvo26 #DesigningBiology @astburycentre.bsky.social

How can animal waste be used in sustainable farming? Join this free webinar from our friends over at GFEI to find out...

Global Food and Environment Institute@globalfoodleeds.bsky.social · 7mo ago

There is still time to register for our January webinar, 'Circular farming: Harnessing animal waste for energy and nutrient recovery'. Join us on Wednesday 21 Jan, 12.00-12.40pm. Details below 👇

🎉 Congrats to the faculty's Dr Jonathan Machin who has been awarded the British Biophysical Society's 2026 Kendrew Doctoral Thesis Prize, for his outstanding research on outer membrane proteins. Read more here: britishbiophysics.org/awards/

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BBS Awards The BBS Kendrew Doctoral Thesis Prize was established in 2019 and will be awarded every two years for an outstanding PhD thesis in biophysics for which the principal work has been carried o...

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Insightful article here from microbiology student Fatima Arshad on an early pioneer in sustainable agriculture ⬇️ @blackinplantsci.bsky.social

Black In Plant Science- UK@blackinplantsci.bsky.social · 8mo ago

Profile Spotlight: George Washington Carver. In this guest article written by Fatima Arshad we share reflections on George Washington Carver's contributions to regenerative agriculture and sustainability. Read more here: buff.ly/73wJWuP

Wildlife corridors are vital for biodiversity, but new research warns they can also spread diseases, invasive species & wildfires. A Nature Reviews Biodiversity paper from Josh Firth @universityofleeds.bsky.social Sarah Knowles @biology.ox.ac.uk & Ivan Jarić @ivanjaric.bsky.social bit.ly/4iisAJR

Researchers warn of hidden risk of wildlife corridors

Efforts to reconnect fragmented habitats are vital for biodiversity, but new research warns that ecological corridors can also create unintended risks.

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What are the challenges of farming in an unpredictable climate? New blog from @globalfoodleeds.bsky.social featuring faculty researcher Dr Ruth Wade 👇

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Read our new #COP30 blog by Dr Ruth Wade & Profs Guy Ziv and Pippa Chapman: 'Farming in an unpredictable climate'. They explore the impact of climate change on UK farming and how farmers might mitigate and adapt by using regenerative agriculture practices. Read blog: medium.com/globalfoodle...

Tick-borne encephalitis virus is on the rise in Europe. Leeds research reveals how the virus alters brain molecules, providing a possible route to faster, clearer diagnosis. Important study led by Dr Niluka Goonawardane @nilukaglab.bsky.social @wellcometrust.bsky.social 🔗 bit.ly/4r6qOiI

📆Save the date: 20-21 April 2026 #AstburyConvo26 is back with a bold new theme: Designing Biology. Expect cutting-edge talks and the chance to shape the future of molecular science. Register now: astburyconversation.leeds.ac.uk @astburycentre.bsky.social @universityofleeds.bsky.social

Leeds researchers have secured two major Wellcome Trust Discovery Awards. The awards bring £3.4 million to support research exploring life at the molecular level and to deepen our understanding of disease. 🔗Full story: bit.ly/4oW3D99 @astburycentre.bsky.social @universityofleeds.bsky.social

Two more Wellcome Discovery Awards reinforce Leeds as leader in biological research

Some of Leeds’ top biological researchers have received two new Wellcome Discovery Awards, confirming the university’s status as a centre of excellence in biological research.

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A warm welcome to Dr Carly Day, who joins us as Visiting Clinical Professor in Sport and Exercise Medicine. Bringing international experience from Purdue Athletics and the US U20 Women’s National Soccer Team, Dr Day is a fantastic addition to our teaching and research. 🔗https://bit.ly/3Jt76wS

Dr Carly Day joins growing team of experts in Sport and Exercise Medicine

Leeds is continuing to strengthen its reputation as a leading institution in Sport and Exercise Medicine with the appointment of a new visiting professor.

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Inspiring event here about resilience and leadership, with special guest speaker Shaunna Burke 👇

Dr Ai Lyn Tan@drailyntan.bsky.social · 10mo ago

Come be inspired! ➡️5th Nov 17:00 @nexusleeds.bsky.social Join super resilient speakers 🌟Shaunna Burke @bioscienceleeds.bsky.social 🌟Mike Grisenthwaite 🌟Chris Bonington 🌟Fiona Gavaghan from Macmillan Cancer Support 🌟Felicity Ashley 🌟Lucy Gossage Tickets 👇🏼 www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/dying-to-c...

How can we support women to thrive in menopause? Listen to the podcast below to explore the science behind menopause, featuring the faculty's very own Dr Hannah Campbell alongside other expert academics. Hannah is also running a series of free workshops this month and next. Details in the thread!

University of Leeds@universityofleeds.bsky.social · 10mo ago

How can we help women thrive in menopause? Ahead of World Menopause Day this Saturday, Leeds academics Bee MacPherson, Janet Cade, and Hannah Campbell are searching for the answers on our latest episode of the How To Fix… podcast. Listen to the episode here: listen.podmasters.uk/HTFCleanAir?...

More great #WorldFoodDay content here from our colleagues at @globalfoodleeds.bsky.social 👇

Global Food and Environment Institute@globalfoodleeds.bsky.social · 10mo ago

Today is #WorldFoodDay! We've a selection of new blogs & videos to share that focus on some of the many ways our researchers are tackling the focus of #WorldFoodDay every day through their research. If you want to learn more about our researchers & their work, visit www.leeds.ac.uk/globalfood 👇

🌏Today is #WorldFoodDay. From plant cell biology to influencing global policy, we're sharing just some of the inspiring research taking place in the faculty that is supporting healthier, more equitable food systems. Take a look at the full round-up: bit.ly/4n47kIj

How our food research supports better food futures

This World Food Day (16 October), we take the opportunity to highlight just some of the many ways researchers in the Faculty of Biological sciences are working to improve food futures.

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🌏A major new report from @afnnetwork.bsky.social calls for biggest transformation of UK food since World War 2. News story here ▶️ bit.ly/472Ltwt and key recommendations in thread below 👇 @timgbenton.bsky.social @globalfoodleeds.bsky.social @priestleycentre.bsky.social #WorldFoodDay

Report calls for largest transformation of UK food since Second World War

Rapid and urgent action on food is needed if the UK is to reboot its flagging economy, save the NHS billions, ensure national food security, and meet climate commitments, according to a new report.

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Root and Reason (formerly AFN Network+)@rootandreason.bsky.social · 10mo ago

1/ How should the UK respond to mounting pressure from climate change, health problems, and global instability? Our Roadmap for Resilience report calls for rapid and urgent action on food, at a scale not seen since WW2. Full report: tinyurl.com/369s6wuy #UKFoodPlan2050 #AFNRoadmap

"I felt energised to be in a space where people looked like me."  Fantastic to hear Faculty of Biological Sciences PhD student Zhané Murrell-Smith share her experience of the @universityofleeds.bsky.social Generation Delta training programme. ▶️ Read all about it: www.leeds.ac.uk/news/article...

We've seen reports of more ladybird spottings this week 🐞 Professor @ejduncan.bsky.social explains how climate change might be affecting insect behaviour. Great to see the School of Biology's expert insights on the BBC! bit.ly/42x8AfS #Biodiversity #Ladybirds 📷 Christopher Stites, Unsplash

📣 Introducing the Cheney Biomedical Accelerator Last week marked the opening of a new research facility here at Leeds. But it's not just a physical space. The Accelerator brings discovery and clinical scientists together to drive bold health & bioscience discoveries. Find out more: bit.ly/4pSoA65

Researchers at Leeds and @ucl.ac.uk have been exploring what’s happening in the brain when stroke survivors experience long-term fatigue. Dr Anna Kuppuswamy sheds light on post-stroke fatigue, and how sensory overload and attention filtering may be key to understanding it. 🔗 shorturl.at/Lz98Z

More than tiredness - what's really behind post-stroke fatigue?

Over half of stroke victims live with a debilitating and often misunderstood condition called post-stroke fatigue.

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