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Research and innovation

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We鈥檙e part of the global research community, delivering transformational, fundamental and challenge-led research to improve the future of our world.

Research and innovation

Our research stories

Our researchers work across disciplines, pushing the frontiers of knowledge and discovery to explore complex problems and find solutions.

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But we can't do it alone. Working with diverse stakeholders from business, government, research foundations and education is critical. 

We are building a diverse community of researchers and practitioners so that together, we can tackle some of the big challenges in the world today, such as the climate crisis and health inequalities, shaping a positive future for everyone.

Excellence and impact

Top 100 universities in the world

51st for research environment

Top 100 for research quality

REF 2021 90% of the research submitted

Collaborate with us

  • Use our facilities

    Our research and innovation facilities bring together specialist equipment and staff and are available for researchers and organisations to access.

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  • Support for businesses

    Find out how research can help your organisation and solve your business challenges.

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  • Support for researchers

    Find out about academic jobs, research degrees, fellowships and other opportunities.

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  • Support for policymakers

    Our Policy Leeds team can help you find the research expertise you need.

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  • Public engagement

    Our Public Engagement team helps researchers to involve the public, communities and partners in open, fair, and respectful ways.

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  • Interdisciplinary research

    Find out about our interdisciplinary research and our institutes, centres and networks.

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