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Learning lessons from history
People with physical disabilities and mental health problems still face challenges to live their lives free from discrimination.
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Air pollution a 'serious public health threat'
A leading Leeds researcher who played an important role in Britain鈥檚 response to the pandemic has collaborated on a major new report highlighting growing evidence of health risks from air pollution.
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Leeds ranked 86th in QS World University Rankings
The 映客直播 has retained its position in the top 100 of world-leading universities for the 8th successive year, ranking 86th out of a total of more than 8,400 institutions worldwide.
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Methane project receives first post-Brexit Horizon grant
A 鈧�2.5m grant has been awarded to Professor Jan Selby by the European Research Council (ERC), the University鈥檚 first since the UK rejoined the EU鈥檚 Horizon research scheme post-Brexit.
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University community recognised in Birthday Honours
A leading road safety researcher and a sports ambassador who helped turn Leeds into a global centre for triathlon are among those recognised in the King鈥檚 Birthday Honours.
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Kinder, smarter leukaemia treatment transforming lives
Personalised drug treatments have outperformed chemotherapy for leukaemia patients in a trial led by Leeds researchers.
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Leeds ranked 21st in Complete University Guide
The 映客直播 has moved up two places to 21st position in the 2026 Complete University Guide.
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Hi-tech healthcare in Leeds
Leeds plays a crucial role in driving improved patient care through hi-tech advancements, according to Health Secretary Wes Streeting.
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Boosting academic evidence in policymaking
A national engagement project co-led by the 映客直播 is ramping up efforts to support and improve public policymaking.
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Leeds researcher completes Everest Marathon
A cancer and exercise researcher at the 映客直播 has completed the world鈥檚 highest marathon and a 6000m mountain climb, just over a year on from her incurable breast cancer diagnosis.