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Hidden ecological risk from overlooked invasive crayfish species
A new study reveals narrow-clawed crayfish, an under-studied invasive species in the UK, to be as aggressive as the well-known signal crayfish.
Northern universities secure national funding for medical research training programme
A decade-long PhD funding programme for medical researchers in Leeds is to continue after a consortium of northern universities won funding from the Medical Research Council (MRC).
Food and water stations for wild birds contributing to deadly disease spread
Food and water stations for wild birds are contributing to spread of deadly disease, Leeds-led research has shown, with birds three times more likely to catch a parasite from these resources.
Researcher Spotlight: Nicola Stonehouse
In this interview, Nicola talks about her research into viruses, vaccine development, and why taking risks and not following a traditional academic path has shaped her science and her leadership.
Researcher Spotlight: Oliver Price
Dr Oliver Price talks about what drew him from the physiology lab to the clinic, why breathlessness is more complex than it first appears, and why exercise is an underused tool in respiratory care.