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Forest restoration - 'balance nitrogen-fixing trees with other species'
Reforestation projects could be made more effective with the findings of new research into the constraints on nitrogen fixation among plants.
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The state of Languages learning in the UK
The study of languages including French, German and Spanish has seen 鈥榮ignificant decreases鈥� leading to a concern that language learning may disappear altogether in some 鈥榗old spots鈥� of the UK.
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Universities key to devolving economic power to regions
The knowledge, expertise and research innovation offered by universities such as Leeds will be vital in devolving more economic power to the regions, according to the Mayor of West Yorkshire.
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New woodland honours former University Secretary
Planting for a new woodland has begun on land owned by the 映客直播 on the northern edge of the city.
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How women can reduce risk of hip fracture
Increasing intake of protein and drinking regular cups of tea or coffee is a way women could reduce their risk of suffering a hip fracture, according to new research.
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Contraflow cycling does not increase crash rate
Allowing cycling in both directions on one-way streets does not pose a safety risk and should be made mandatory in all but exceptional cases, according to a new study by Leeds researchers.
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How did you keep in touch?
For a chance to win a Leeds hoodie or other merchandise, tell us about ringing home or other memorable calls you made while you were at Leeds.
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Underwater tsunamis created by glacier break-up
Scientists lucky enough to be in the 鈥渞ight place at the right time鈥� witnessed a giant lump of ice breaking away from the William Glacier in Antarctica, a process known as calving.
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New exhibition explores Brutalist architecture
A new exhibition at The Stanley & Audrey Burton Gallery explores the progressive architecture of the mid-twentieth century at the 映客直播 and beyond.
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Breaking barriers: Leeds academic becomes UK鈥檚 41st Black woman Professor
A design engineer at the 映客直播 is the latest academic to join a small but growing cohort of Black women professors.