School of Physics and Astronomy
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Research and innovation
Our research activity covers the following main areas: Star and planetary system formation; Spintronics in condensed matter; Experimental biophysics and bio-nanoscience; Dynamics of polymers and complex fluids; and Quantum information theory and its applications.
In addition, we are applying our collective expertise to the development of sustainable energy harvesting and storage, and towards translation into healthcare and medicine.
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“Go be stars!” Jocelyn Bell Burnell inspires future physicists at 25th Bolton Lecture
The University of Leeds celebrated the 25th anniversary of the Bolton Lecture…
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Moon Palace project empowers students to bring science and culture to local communities
The University of Leeds, in collaboration with the East Leeds Project and…
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Leeds celebrates innovation and inclusivity on National Engineering Day
The University of Leeds is putting innovation, impact, and inclusivity at the…
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Faculty students star in Leeds' 2024 University Challenge team
A University of Leeds team is making a long-awaited return to a classic quiz…
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