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The University of Leeds was founded in 1904, and its origins go back to the nineteenth century with the founding of the Leeds School of Medicine in 1831.

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    Protecting the aguaje forests of the Amazon

    Protecting the aguaje forests of the Amazon

    Research by European researchers and the Peruvian Amazon Research Institute is supporting a more sustainable future for a vital fruit crop.
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    University of Leeds
    Apr 12
    Women’s progression — how it starts from the top

    Women’s progression — how it starts from the top

    On International Women’s Day, as on all other 364 days of the year, gender inequality in academia should be high on our agendas.
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    Simone Buitendijk
    Mar 8
    How to talk about religion without feeling awkward

    How to talk about religion without feeling awkward

    Should we talk about religion? Professor Melanie Prideaux reveals how engaging with religion helps strengthen our community.
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    University of Leeds
    Apr 1
    The power of visual communication

    The power of visual communication

    An international team of researchers are discovering new ways for deaf African children to interact sooner and get a head start in life.
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    University of Leeds
    Jan 21
    Research News
    After COP26: putting ideas into action on climate change

    After COP26: putting ideas into action on climate change

    Research is at the heart of understanding and combatting climate change. But is this knowledge reaching those in government and elsewhere…
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    University of Leeds
    Jun 17
    Accelerating COVID-19 testing in Nigeria — from Ilorin to Leeds and back

    Accelerating COVID-19 testing in Nigeria — from Ilorin to Leeds and back

    Dr Adeyemi has used his Leeds connections to establish a new diagnostic lab that has carried out over 1,100 COVID-19 tests in Nigeria.
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    University of Leeds
    May 19
    Can research into viral reassortment reduce the transmission of Bunyaviruses?

    Can research into viral reassortment reduce the transmission of Bunyaviruses?

    An international team of scientists is investigating the reassortment rates of Bunyaviruses.
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    University of Leeds
    Mar 7
    Could arts and crafts help save the ancient marvel of Umm Qais?

    Could arts and crafts help save the ancient marvel of Umm Qais?

    Researchers are connecting Jordan’s creative industries to a new generation of artists, with the aim of preserving a remarkable heritage.
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    University of Leeds
    Feb 16
    Latest stories
    Life as a mature student — balancing studies with commitments

    Life as a mature student — balancing studies with commitments

    Razwana Sajid reveals how part-time study offers flexibility to develop new skills and knowledge around a busy life and career.
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    University of Leeds
    May 23
    Celebrating Eid in Leeds

    Celebrating Eid in Leeds

    How will you mark the end of Ramadan? Affan Khalid, a BSc Accounting and Finance student at Leeds, shares some tips on how to get involved.
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    University of Leeds
    Apr 22
    20 Arabic terms you may hear during Ramadan and Eid

    20 Arabic terms you may hear during Ramadan and Eid

    From Asr to Zuhr, we explore some of the most popular words or phrases and reveal their meaning.
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    University of Leeds
    Apr 8
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