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Computers find vulnerable targets in the race to fight malaria
Researchers at Leeds have developed a first-of-its-kind computer model that successfully predicts new drug targets for malaria.
How our food research supports better food futures
This World Food Day (16 October), we take the opportunity to highlight just some of the many ways researchers in the Faculty of Biological sciences are working to improve food futures.
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.