Research collaborations between Leeds' Schools of Dentistry and Chemical and Process Engineering, with the Universities of St Andrews and Manchester, discovered groundbreaking laser technologies that could be developed for use in regenerative medicine. researchatleeds.leeds.ac.uk/advancing-la...

Lowering traffic on urban streets can cut vandalism, burglary and violence, Professor Jose Pina Sanchez and Dr Toby Davies have found. Read the research news: www.leeds.ac.uk/news/article... #ResearchandInnovation #TrafficAwareness

To celebrate #YorkshireDay, we highlight some of the research and innovation that is helping our region become even better 👇💚 #LoveParksWeek @leedscitycouncil.bsky.social @bradfordcouncil.bsky.social @universityofleeds.bsky.social @ukspaceagency.bsky.social @artscouncilengland.bsky.social

Calcutta Rescue worked with Dr Suman Seth to improve its targeted health and social care interventions using a multidimensional poverty index tool. Their work helped reduce poverty by over 16% over five years. Read the full research story: lnkd.in/eMaBxRXA

A creative play programme significantly improved new parents’ and carers’ mental health, according to research by the Universities of Leeds and Huddersfield in collaboration with Theatre Hullabaloo. Find out more: researchatleeds.leeds.ac.uk/prescribed-p... #ParentsDay #ResearchandInnovation

🍺According to Prof @henryyeomans.bsky.social's research, young people are consuming much less alcohol than the generations before them, and this has links with generational anxiety and insecurity around world issues. Read this piece from @researchleeds.bsky.social about it 👇 tinyurl.com/3ebkve4j

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Interested in the decline in youth drinking? Our Research Comms teams at Leeds have done a concise piece on the work I did on this topic with @soc-researcher.bsky.social and Adam Burgess. See: researchatleeds.leeds.ac.uk/understandin...

Interested in the decline in youth drinking? Our Research Comms teams at Leeds have done a concise piece on the work I did on this topic with @soc-researcher.bsky.social and Adam Burgess. See: researchatleeds.leeds.ac.uk/understandin...

During the COVID-19 pandemic, University of Leeds researchers recognised the urgent need to understand and address long COVID. Their groundbreaking research influenced the international response to the condition. Read the full research story: researchatleeds.leeds.ac.uk/championing-...

A research team led by University of Leeds engineers developed a tiny magnetic robot that can take 3D scans deep within the body, helping to revolutionise early cancer detection, streamline medical processes, and improve patient care. Read more: researchatleeds.leeds.ac.uk/mini-rolling...

How could educational materials support addiction recovery? Professor Anna Madill worked with young people at risk of addiction to understand their resilience and the support they needed, contributing to policy change. Read more: researchatleeds.leeds.ac.uk/educational-...

Textile research has transformative impact on all of society; for example, through advances in healthcare technology. Leeds spin-out Hyfacol brings together expertise in textile, medicine, and dentistry to find more effective ways of healing wounds without relying on antibiotics.

MicroLub is a spin-out company that uses food science and technology to champion health, sustainability, and food satisfaction. Its lubrication technology adds moisture to food without the added fat that typically comes with it. Find out more: researchatleeds.leeds.ac.uk/food-science...

Fuel poverty, poorly insulated homes and increasing energy prices are ongoing issues that are fatal to many people over winter. The How to Fix podcast discussed the practical and policy solutions to this aspect of the energy crisis. Listen here: researchatleeds.leeds.ac.uk/how-do-we-ma...

The Centre for Disability Studies’ 30 years of work includes research that supported UK, European, and United Nations policy. Researchers across the University also explore cultural, historical, and social aspects of disability. Find out more: researchatleeds.leeds.ac.uk/case-studies...

Today is #InternationalMountainDay, and this year's theme highlights the importance of glacier preservation. On our How To Fix… podcast, Leeds academics Duncan Quincey and Lauren Rawlins, with alum Kenton Cool, discussed how we can minimise the impact of melting glaciers. Listen: pod.fo/e/34cbac

Following environmental catastrophes that took thousands of lives and livelihoods, four communities across the world rebuilt themselves. How did the disasters they went through affect these communities across generations? Read the research story: researchatleeds.leeds.ac.uk/how-the-arts...

Making our homes more energy-efficient is essential for the UK to meet its net zero targets. But when the decision, planning, and cost of retrofit lie with homeowners, are government incentives enough to support them? Read the research story: researchatleeds.leeds.ac.uk/building-som...

AI is everywhere – but who’s making sure it’s ethical? Launching Sept '26: The new MSc in AI Ethics and Society. Covers real-world challenges. Interdisciplinary learning. Industry collaboration. Shape the future of AI responsibly. 🔗 bit.ly/4oucNJf #AI #Ethics #PG @universityofleeds.bsky.social

Creating future AI leaders

Students on a unique new course will learn sought-after leadership skills in how to responsibly manage Artificial Intelligence (AI).

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Embracing digital technology and trends is key for small and medium businesses to thrive. But successful digital transformations are not just about acquiring skills and technology – they’re also about relationships. Read the research blog: lnkd.in/e6ba2y8E

The prestigious Queen Elizabeth Prize for Higher and Further Education – part of the UK national Honours system – recognises Leeds’ outstanding, 150-years of textile research. We delve into the history and explore the innovation driving the next chapter 👇 https://www.leeds.ac.uk/qep

Since 2016, the Changing the Story (CTS) project has supported young people to have their voices heard during and after conflict. Led by Professor Paul Cooke, CTS has collaborated with over 200 civil society organisations across 14 countries. www.youtube.com/watch?v=7zpN...

Changing The Story: Youth Voice and Accountability

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Glaciers provide fresh water to over half of humanity, but they’re disappearing faster than ever. How can we minimise the impact? pocketcasts.com/podcast/how-...

How can we minimise the impact of melting glaciers?

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Glaciers are a vital water source but how much longer will we have them?🏔️ Scaling some of the most challenging heights and battling extreme conditions, our researchers have found some shocking truths about the glaciers❄️ To read more about their journey, click the link below👇 https://bit.ly/4nP14EZ

What if medical recovery could be more comfortable and cost-effective? At @nexusleeds.bsky.social, Gaurav Chauhan and Ali Abdi teamed up to make it happen, creating customised wrist splints using 3D printing. Read more: researchatleeds.leeds.ac.uk/research-sta...

Saul Phiri is one of nine young researchers who gained their PhDs thanks to the Development in Africa with Radio Astronomy (DARA) project, led by the University of Leeds. Read his story: researchatleeds.leeds.ac.uk/from-farming...

This #WorldFoodDay, we’re celebrating food research and innovation across the University of Leeds, which tackles challenges in food systems, public health, sustainability, and more. Discover our food research and innovation: researchatleeds.leeds.ac.uk/case-studies...

As part of our month-long spotlight on agroecological research, we have published a blog by Professor Stephen Whitfield that summarises the many ways in which our researchers are supporting this area of research at the University of Leeds. 👉 Read: medium.com/globalfoodle...

Supporting Agroecology Transitions in Africa through University of Leeds Research

By Stephen Whitfield, Professor in Food, Agriculture and Climate.

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New, comprehensive rewilding guidelines have been launched today, following years of research and collaboration. ️🏞️ Professors Steve Carver and Ian Convery are the lead authors of the guidelines for rewilding practices, launched at the IUCN World Conservation Congress. iucn.org/press-releas...

Join us on Wednesday 15th October to hear Dr Mapenzie Tauzie on 'Negotiating Empowerment: Exploring how women balance agriculture, household responsibilities and social networks in rural Malawi'. Register: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/womens-eve... 👇

Women's everyday experiences in Malawi agriculture and social relations

Negotiating Empowerment: Exploring how women balance agriculture, household responsibilities and social networks in rural Malawi

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Food justice: equitable access to healthy, sustainable & affordable food. Our researchers work with community-based partners to explore how research can have real terms impact on place-based, community-led food initiatives. We interviewed 2 researchers & a community-based partner to hear more 👇