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Researcher with incurable cancer prepares for Everest
Dr Shaunna Burke, an exercise psychologist in the Faculty of Biological Sciences at the University of Leeds, is preparing to attempt Mount Everest in a landmark expedition.
Researcher Spotlight: Camilla Nykjaer
In the first of our new Researcher Spotlight series, we spoke to Dr Camilla Nykjaer about her inspirations, what impact means to her, and bridging the gap between policy and practice.
Championing healthy ageing on the BBC
Clinical exercise physiology expert Dr Hannah Campbell from the School of Biomedical Sciences has share her expertise on the BBC Morning Live programme.
Sports medicine expert joins Leeds
Leeds is continuing to strengthen its reputation as a leading institution in Sport and Exercise Medicine with the appointment of a new visiting professor.
Cancer researcher returns to Everest
As activities take place today to mark World Cancer Day, Professor Shaunna Burke is preparing to return to the summit of Mount Everest to demonstrate that life does not stop with a cancer diagnosis.




