University of Leeds
How Earth was able to crystallize millions of years ago?
Scientists reveal hidden chemistry of Earth’s core.
Dancing bubbles model a cosmic disaster
Modeling how “false vacuum” decays into “dancing” cosmic bubbles.
New study reveals climate impact of long-distance passenger travel
It shows that targeting long-distance travel may be a more effective way of tackling emissions.
Indoor air quality standards should be introduced around the globe
Mandating indoor air quality for public buildings
Nanosurgical tool may unlock cancer breakthrough
Single-cell nanobiopsy allows long-term tracking of cancer cell gene activity.
Testing a breakthrough material for dry mouth conditions
Comparing a new hydrogel lubricant with commercial saliva substitutes.
Astronomy’s new frontier: Triple systems in massive ‘Be stars’ uncovered
The stars move across the night sky, over long periods like 10 years, and short periods of around six months.
New AI can map giant icebergs 10,000 times faster than humans
This breakthrough will allow for more rapid and accurate analyses of satellite imagery.
Largest ever solar storm in tree rings identified
Researchers discovered a huge spike in radiocarbon levels 14,300 years ago.
Dads’ reading and play boost kids’ school performance
Fathers boost kids in school through play and reading.
Shedding light on the blue legs symptom of Long Covid
Long COVID unveiled: Exploring dysautonomia, venous insufficiency, and acrocyanosis.
New Antarctic extremes are ‘virtually certain’ as the world warms
Antarctic change has global implications.
Study solves the mystery of Jupiter’s stunning color changes
A long-running mystery behind Jupiter’s famous “stripes”.
How magnetism could help explain Earth’s formation?
It can actually tell us something about the very formation of the Earth-Moon system.
Increased levels of blood fats more harmful than first thought
Higher blood fats more harmful than first thought.
Why does exercise become harder the less you do?
Doing less exercise could deactivate a vital protein in the body.
Himalayan glaciers are shrinking far more rapidly than others
Himalayan glaciers melting at ‘exceptional rate’.
T-rays could be used to image and treat patients with skin or bowel cancer
Revolutionizing cancer treatment.
New basalt type discovered beneath the Pacific ocean
The discovery suggests that ocean floor eruptions sourced in the Earth’s mantle were even hotter and more voluminous than previously thought.
Lightning strikes are as important as meteorites for life origins on Earth
Lightning strikes played a vital role in life's origins on Earth.
Eating processed meat is linked to dementia risk
More men than women were diagnosed with dementia in the study population.
Visualization of ‘dancing DNA’ inside a cell
First videos to show the helix of dancing DNA developed by scientists.
The rate at which ice is disappearing across the planet is speeding up
Global ice loss increases at a record rate.
Heart patients afraid to seek medical help during COVID crisis
If patients delay or avoid treatment, they will suffer life-limiting complications or they will die.
Bonfire Night celebrations contaminate our air, study
The burning question of Bonfire Night pollution.
Earth’s magnetic field changes 10 times faster than previously thought
A new study reveals that changes in the direction of the Earth’s magnetic field may take place 10 times faster than previously thought.
A way of creating a ventilatory system for COVID-19 patients
Scientists at Leeds have found a way of repurposing existing medical technology to increase the number of breathing aids available for patients in this...
Detailed visualization of a strain of the norovirus
Norovirus is a very contagious virus that causes vomiting and diarrhea. To understand the structure of the norovirus, scientists from the University of Leeds created...