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Fossil study reveals origins of biodiversity gradient
Researchers have used nearly half a million fossils to solve a scientific mystery - why the number of different species is greatest near the equator and decreases towards polar regions.
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Life changing research celebrated on World Cancer Day聽
The life-changing impact of cancer research done at the University is being celebrated on the first anniversary of the Leeds Cancer Research Centre. 聽
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People with arthritis 20% less likely to be in work
The typical person living with arthritis in the UK is 20% less likely to be in work than their equivalent without the condition, new research shows.
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Leeds spinout Slingshot Simulations secures 拢3m investment
Slingshot Simulations, a spinout from the 映客直播, has secured a 拢3 million round of investment led by Northern Gritstone, alongside Mercia and the Northern Powerhouse Fund.
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Analysis reveals scale of tertiary education's carbon emissions
A major analysis of the carbon footprint of universities and FE colleges has revealed for the first time the source and scale of their emissions.
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'Remarkable' results in colon cancer trial
Giving colon cancer patients chemotherapy before surgery cuts the risk of the disease coming back, according to the results of a new clinical trial.聽
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Ambitious global plans for European partnership
A major European research partnership is to expand its collaborative projects to help tackle pressing global issues.
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One in five GPs unwilling to prescribe aspirin to people at risk of bowel cancer
One in five GPs could be unwilling to prescribe aspirin to patients with a cancer-causing syndrome, despite national guidelines advising it, new research has found.聽
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Parks should be safe places for women and girls
Parks in West Yorkshire should be better designed and managed so that women and girls feel safe throughout the day and after dark, according to a new study.
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Building standards failing to deliver healthy ventilation
Building standards are failing to ensure offices, shops, public buildings and homes provide healthy ventilation, say leading experts.