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Using research power to tackle global issues
The University of Leeds has secured part of a new £147 million research initiative to work with developing nations on the world's biggest challenges.
Genetic study reveals pre-eclampsia risk factors
A large international study has revealed that the genetic risk of pre-eclampsia, a potentially dangerous condition in pregnancy, is related to blood pressure and body mass index (BMI).
Understanding ion channel inhibition to open doors in drug discovery
Leeds scientists have discovered how drug-like small molecules can regulate the activity of therapeutically relevant ion channels - and their findings could transform ongoing drug development efforts.
Cancers detected early thanks to pioneering trial
A lung cancer trial aiming to detect disease in higher risk patients before they show symptoms has caught dozens of cases early.
'First of its kind' lung cancer trial
Scientists have been awarded £900,000 from Cancer Research UK to launch a ground-breaking clinical trial for people with lung cancer.