An image of two medical professionals in scrubs, putting on a long latex glove. Text reads: Championing care for long COVID University of Leeds researchers extensively studied long COVID— the condition affecting millions of people worldwide—to improve patient care and inform healthcare policies. We go further together

During the COVID-19 pandemic, University of Leeds researchers recognised the urgent need to understand and address long COVID. Their groundbreaking research influenced the international response to the condition.

Read the full research story: researchatleeds.leeds.ac.uk/championing-...

Microscopic scanner robot. Text reads: This research enables us to reconstruct a 3D ultrasound image taken from a probe deep inside the gut – something that has never been done before. — Professor Pietro Valdastri

A research team led by University of Leeds engineers developed a tiny magnetic robot that can take 3D scans deep within the body, helping to revolutionise early cancer detection, streamline medical processes, and improve patient care.

Read more: researchatleeds.leeds.ac.uk/mini-rolling...

How could educational materials support addiction recovery?

Professor Anna Madill worked with young people at risk of addiction to understand their resilience and the support they needed, contributing to policy change.

Read more: researchatleeds.leeds.ac.uk/educational-...

A graphic of collagen. Text: University of Leeds spinout Hyfacol brings together the expertise of textile, medical and dentistry specialists to find more effective ways of healing wounds. We go further together

Textile research has transformative impact on all of society; for example, through advances in healthcare technology.

Leeds spin-out Hyfacol brings together expertise in textile, medicine, and dentistry to find more effective ways of healing wounds without relying on antibiotics.

MicroLub is a spin-out company that uses food science and technology to champion health, sustainability, and food satisfaction.

Its lubrication technology adds moisture to food without the added fat that typically comes with it.

Find out more: researchatleeds.leeds.ac.uk/food-science...

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Fuel poverty, poorly insulated homes and increasing energy prices are ongoing issues that are fatal to many people over winter.

The How to Fix podcast discussed the practical and policy solutions to this aspect of the energy crisis.

Listen here: researchatleeds.leeds.ac.uk/how-do-we-ma...

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The Centre for Disability Studies’ 30 years of work includes research that supported UK, European, and United Nations policy.

Researchers across the University also explore cultural, historical, and social aspects of disability.

Find out more: researchatleeds.leeds.ac.uk/case-studies...

Today is #InternationalMountainDay, and this year's theme highlights the importance of glacier preservation.

On our How To Fix… podcast, Leeds academics Duncan Quincey and Lauren Rawlins, with alum Kenton Cool, discussed how we can minimise the impact of melting glaciers.

Listen: pod.fo/e/34cbac

Following environmental catastrophes that took thousands of lives and livelihoods, four communities across the world rebuilt themselves.

How did the disasters they went through affect these communities across generations?

Read the research story: researchatleeds.leeds.ac.uk/how-the-arts...

Two technicians installing solar panels on a roof. Text reads: "How do people choose to make their homes more energy-efficient through retrofit? The answer can help shape net zero policy and support. We go further together.

Making our homes more energy-efficient is essential for the UK to meet its net zero targets. But when the decision, planning, and cost of retrofit lie with homeowners, are government incentives enough to support them?

Read the research story: researchatleeds.leeds.ac.uk/building-som...

Creating future AI leaders Students on a unique new course will learn sought-after leadership skills in how to responsibly manage Artificial Intelligence (AI).

AI is everywhere – but who’s making sure it’s ethical?

Launching Sept '26: The new MSc in AI Ethics and Society.

Covers real-world challenges. Interdisciplinary learning. Industry collaboration. Shape the future of AI responsibly.

🔗 bit.ly/4oucNJf

#AI #Ethics #PG @universityofleeds.bsky.social

An illustrated person in a hat holding a sign that says "DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION." Text underneath says: How can small and medium enterprises (SMEs) best embrace digital transformation? Research found that relationships are the key to productive change. We go further together

Embracing digital technology and trends is key for small and medium businesses to thrive. But successful digital transformations are not just about acquiring skills and technology – they’re also about relationships.

Read the research blog: lnkd.in/e6ba2y8E

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The prestigious Queen Elizabeth Prize for Higher and Further Education – part of the UK national Honours system – recognises Leeds’ outstanding, 150-years of textile research.

We delve into the history and explore the innovation driving the next chapter 👇 https://www.leeds.ac.uk/qep

Changing The Story: Youth Voice and Accountability YouTube video by University of Leeds

Since 2016, the Changing the Story (CTS) project has supported young people to have their voices heard during and after conflict.

Led by Professor Paul Cooke, CTS has collaborated with over 200 civil society organisations across 14 countries.

www.youtube.com/watch?v=7zpN...

How can we minimise the impact of melting glaciers?

Glaciers provide fresh water to over half of humanity, but they’re disappearing faster than ever. How can we minimise the impact?

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Glaciers are a vital water source but how much longer will we have them?🏔️

Scaling some of the most challenging heights and battling extreme conditions, our researchers have found some shocking truths about the glaciers❄️

To read more about their journey, click the link below👇
https://bit.ly/4nP14EZ

A wrist in a 3D printed cast, white plastic with many holes in.

What if medical recovery could be more comfortable and cost-effective?

At @nexusleeds.bsky.social, Gaurav Chauhan and Ali Abdi teamed up to make it happen, creating customised wrist splints using 3D printing.

Read more: researchatleeds.leeds.ac.uk/research-sta...

An image of a large ground satellite radar. Text is: "Development in Africa with Radio Astronomy (DARA) trains researchers in eight African countries. They are part of a growing network of radio astronomers, building research capacity across the continent. We go further together"

Saul Phiri is one of nine young researchers who gained their PhDs thanks to the Development in Africa with Radio Astronomy (DARA) project, led by the University of Leeds.

Read his story: researchatleeds.leeds.ac.uk/from-farming...

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This #WorldFoodDay, we’re celebrating food research and innovation across the University of Leeds, which tackles challenges in food systems, public health, sustainability, and more.
Discover our food research and innovation:
researchatleeds.leeds.ac.uk/case-studies...

Supporting Agroecology Transitions in Africa through University of Leeds Research By Stephen Whitfield, Professor in Food, Agriculture and Climate.

As part of our month-long spotlight on agroecological research, we have published a blog by Professor Stephen Whitfield that summarises the many ways in which our researchers are supporting this area of research at the University of Leeds.

👉 Read: medium.com/globalfoodle...

Professor Carver collaborated with local communities to map wilderness and wild land around the world and inform conservation policy, including the new guidelines.

In 2024, he was awarded an Impact and Engagement Award for this thorough, impactful work.

researchatleeds.leeds.ac.uk/mapping-the-...

Mapping wilderness to informing decisions on global biodiversity and climate targets YouTube video by University of Leeds

Professor Carver’s work to map the wilderness helped inform the guidelines.

He and colleagues at Leeds' Wildland Research Institute created innovative tools to map the world’s wilderness as a foundation for protecting it.

www.youtube.com/watch?v=vKUp...

Distant mountains across Death Valley, USA

New, comprehensive rewilding guidelines have been launched today, following years of research and collaboration. ️🏞️

Professors Steve Carver and Ian Convery are the lead authors of the guidelines for rewilding practices, launched at the IUCN World Conservation Congress.

iucn.org/press-releas...

Women's everyday experiences in Malawi agriculture and social relations Negotiating Empowerment: Exploring how women balance agriculture, household responsibilities and social networks in rural Malawi

Join us on Wednesday 15th October to hear Dr Mapenzie Tauzie on 'Negotiating Empowerment: Exploring how women balance agriculture, household responsibilities and social networks in rural Malawi'.

Register: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/womens-eve...

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Food justice: equitable access to healthy, sustainable & affordable food.

Our researchers work with community-based partners to explore how research can have real terms impact on place-based, community-led food initiatives.

We interviewed 2 researchers & a community-based partner to hear more 👇

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Crystallisation is vital in everything from chocolate to fuel additives, but it's hard to control.

Professor Megan Povey leads research into how ultrasound shapes crystallisation to improve energy efficiency in food, pharma, and chemical production.

researchatleeds.leeds.ac.uk/going-sonic-...

Woman farm workers in Africa, bending to tend to crops in the field

Throughout October, we are spotlighting some of the ways our researchers are supporting agroecological transitions in Africa.

Agroecology enhances food production resilience to extreme weather events & pest infestations, and improves biodiversity, soil health & nutritional properties of foods.
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Ripe red tomatoes on the plant.

Professor Yoselin Benitez-Alfonso’s research into 'plasmodesmata' – tiny communication channels inside plants – holds the potential to revolutionise global food security by helping us grow more resilient, sustainable crops.

Find out how: researchatleeds.leeds.ac.uk/saving-vital...

Understanding, Preventing and Disrupting Cuckooing Victimisation YouTube video by University of Leeds

'Cuckooing' is the hidden practice of criminals taking over the homes of vulnerable people.

Drs Laura Bainbridge and Amy Loughery are leading efforts to expose this exploitation - from toolkits to policy change.

researchatleeds.leeds.ac.uk/cuckooing/

www.youtube.com/watch?v=HK-M...

A chart on a computer screen. Text reads: "From financial crashes to health crises, extreme events have lasting consequences for society. This award-winning research uses machine learning to predict extreme events before they happen. We go further together"

Extreme events, such as sudden pollution spikes, financial crashes, and health crises, have severe consequences.

Forecasting them is a critical challenge, which Dr Leonid Bogachev and his colleagues have tackled over the past five years.

Read more: researchatleeds.leeds.ac.uk/forecasting-...