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Harnessing plant power for renewable energy
Tapping into the myriad uses of plants and fungi could save people and the planet, says new report
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The intricate protein architecture linked to disease
Scientists have for the first time identified the structure of a protein fibre linked to early-onset type 2 diabetes.
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New method of detecting illnesses including coronavirus and cystic fibrosis
A new and quicker method of diagnosing diseases in patients has been created by researchers at the 映客直播.
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Advanced imaging shows real-time molecular interaction
Visualising how molecules move in cells or interact with drugs will be possible with one of the world鈥檚 most advanced imaging centres being developed at the University.
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COVID-19 recovery choices shape future climate
A post-lockdown economic recovery plan that incorporates and emphasises climate-friendly choices could help significantly in the battle against global warming, according to a new study.
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New Directors of the Centre for Responsive HealthTech Innovation announced
Professors Alejandro Frangi and David Jayne have been appointed as the first joint Directors of the new Centre of Responsive HealthTech Innovation.
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Robots join the frontline fight against coronavirus
Field tests have begun using intelligent robots to prevent the spread of coronavirus in busy public spaces.
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Rock dust on croplands could draw two billion tonnes of CO2 from the atmosphere
A major new study shows adding rock dust to farmland could remove the carbon dioxide equivalent of more than the current total emissions from global aviation and shipping combined.
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Leaders appointed for new cancer research centre
A major new interdisciplinary research centre has been launched with the aim of putting Leeds at the forefront of global efforts to tackle cancer.
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Space weather monitoring boost
The UK鈥檚 ability to predict solar superstorms and other severe space weather events is to get a significant boost with the launch of a major research project involving Leeds expertise.