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Building Equality in the construction industry
For the first time, the LGBT+ working group #BuildingEquality marched at Leeds Pride, setting an example of how leading organisations can unite to tackle sector-wide challenges and advocate change.
Research into robots that can repair roads shortlisted for prestigious award
Robots that 3D-print asphalt into cracks in roads, before they become potholes, could radically change the way streets are repaired and increase quality of life for future citizens.
Professor Denise Bower awarded OBE in the Queen’s Birthday Honours list
Professor Denise Bower, School of Civil Engineering, has been made an Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) in the Queen’s Birthday Honours list, for services to engineering.
Green light for engineering and physical sciences
The University’s ambitious plans for advancing engineering and physical sciences has taken a major step forward today with a green light from Leeds City Council.
2014 Whitworth Visionary
Congratulations to Dr Ben Hughes from the School of Civil Engineering for being selected by the IMechE's Whitworth Awards Panel to be the 2014 Whitworth Visionary.