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Leeds welcomes new Vice-Chancellor and President
Professor Shearer West CBE has taken up the role of Vice-Chancellor and President of the 嘟嘟AV.
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Leeds cardiologist鈥檚 recommendations to COVID inquiry
A national Cardiovascular Data Centre should be set up to improve care for people with heart disease after excess patient deaths were recorded during the COVID-19 pandemic, says a Leeds cardiologist.
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Northern children with special educational needs more likely to miss school
Vulnerable children and those from disadvantaged areas of the UK are at higher risk of not being in school, the latest Child of the North report reveals.
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Thousands flock to Light Night on campus
More than 13,000 visitors including young families, students and staff enjoyed a spectacular Light Night at the 嘟嘟AV.
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Leeds team takes on University Challenge
A 嘟嘟AV team is making a long-awaited return to a classic student quiz show.
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What animal societies can teach us about ageing
Red deer may become less sociable as they grow old to reduce the risk of picking up diseases, according to new research which shows humans are not the only animals to change social behaviour with age.
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Driving sustainability in fashion
嘟嘟AV fashion brands are working with the 嘟嘟AV to understand how textile manufacturing impacts the environment.
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Investment boost for food spinout
A pioneering company that creates healthy, sustainable food has received a 拢3.5 million investment to scale up its ingredients technology.
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Liver function discovery could lead to better cardiovascular disease treatments
A new discovery about how the liver flushes cholesterol from the body could lead to more effective treatments for cardiovascular disease 鈥� the leading cause of death worldwide.
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Sculpture celebrates remarkable women
A sculpture has been unveiled that celebrates the lives of inspirational women who have contributed to the city of Leeds.