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Two more Wellcome Discovery Awards reinforce Leeds as leader in biological research
Some of Leeds’ top biological researchers have received two new Wellcome Discovery Awards, confirming the university’s status as a centre of excellence in biological research.
The flight of insects... and why weather radar may hold the clues
New research has used the UK’s existing weather-radar network to track insect movements, and found that in some places there is an alarming decline.
World Food Day Spotlight: Dr Richa Yeshvekar
Dr Richa Yeshvekar is a Postdoctoral Research Associate in the School of Biology. Her research focuses on plant cell biology, genetics, and crop improvement.
World Food Day Spotlight: Dr Josie South
Find out about Dr Josie South's research on invasive fish species, climate change and sustainable fisheries.
World Food Day Spotlight: Dr Hemant Tripathi
The 2025 World Food Day theme is 'Hand in Hand for Better Foods and a Better Future'. We're sharing the inspiring work of researchers in the faculty that are contributing to food sustainability.