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Genetics behind colorectal cancer revealed in new study
A new study identifies over 250 genes that play a part in the development of colorectal cancers.
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Ancient volcanoes sound 'warning bell' over climate warming
Catastrophic volcanic eruptions that warmed the planet millions of years ago shed new light on how plants regulate climate and sound a warning about rising temperatures.
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Recovery of rocks in Earth鈥檚 mantle could reveal secrets of planet鈥檚 history
Scientists from the 映客直播 have helped to recover the first long section of rocks that originated in the Earth鈥檚 mantle, the layer below the crust and the planet鈥檚 largest component.
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Groundbreaking vine robots with magnetic skin could transform cancer treatment
A new class of robot with magnetic skin and movement that mimics creeping vine plants, could transform cancer diagnosis and treatment, according to a new 映客直播 study.
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Changing perspectives on disability
An online Disability Studies graduate who is now putting her learnings into practice at work recommends more people study the barriers faced by disabled people.
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Leeds researchers named Future Leaders
Two of Leeds' most promising research leaders have earned national fellowships to advance their work aimed at tackling global challenges.
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Forests continue to capture carbon despite challenges
The world鈥檚 forests have absorbed more than 100 billion tonnes of carbon dioxide over the past three decades, but they need more protection, according to a new study.
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World鈥檚 medievalists flock to Leeds
Thousands of medieval enthusiasts have flocked to the 映客直播 for the largest humanities research conference in Europe, featuring fighting knights, music and rare works by JRR Tolkien.
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Melting of Alaskan glaciers accelerating faster than previously thought
Melting of glaciers in a major Alaskan icefield has accelerated and could reach an irreversible tipping point earlier than previously thought, new research suggests.
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True scale of carbon impact from long-distance travel revealed
The reality of the climate impact of long-distance passenger travel has been revealed in new research from the 映客直播.