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Why clues in the brain could help combat tick-borne viruses
Research from the School of Molecular and Cellular Biology has revealed how a tick-borne virus manipulates human brain chemistry to survive, offering new hope for diagnosis and treatment.
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.
Report calls for largest transformation of UK food since Second World War
Rapid and urgent action on food is needed if the UK is to reboot its flagging economy, save the NHS billions, ensure national food security, and meet climate commitments, according to a new report.
A brand new facility for bold research discoveries
The Cheney Biomedical Accelerator facility, designed to spark bold, cross-disciplinary discoveries in biomedical and health science, has officially opened at the University of Leeds.