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Results 6 to 10 of 66 in Research and innovation

A baby in a high chair, with food on their hands and mouth.

Monday 28 April 2025

Commercial baby foods crisis revealed by Leeds research

The UK’s baby food market is awash with “low quality” products with poor nutrition masked by misleading names and on-pack messaging, according to nutrition researchers.

Left: Helena Brown sitting in front of a windowsill with a small brown dog on her lap. Right: David Ashley sitting in an office in front of a window with blue sky outside.

Thursday 10 April 2025

Environment technicians shortlisted for Papin Prize

Three outstanding technicians in the Faculty of Environment are on the shortlist for the UK Institute for Technical Skills & Strategy’s 2025 Papin Prize.

Jennifer McLauchlan smiling to the camera, in front of her poster describing research with Oatly about microgels

Monday 24 March 2025

PhD research presented in parliament

Jennifer McLauchlan was selected to present her research to politicians and expert judges in parliament on 11th March.

A glass with ice and apple cider vinegar, with an apple in the background

Tuesday 18 March 2025

Apple cider vinegar could help lower blood sugar

Dr Christine Bosch spoke to the Guardian about whether consuming more vinegar could help with insulin resistance.

Two people at a produce stall in Leeds Kirkgate Markets.

Thursday 6 February 2025

Communities Innovating Yorkshire fund launched

A key element of the Yorkshire Policy Innovation Partnership (YPIP) project is an £800,000 funding pot to support new approaches for sustainable, community-led policies.