Research and innovation
Our research
The Institute for Medieval Studies brings together academic specialists working in a broad range of subjects from history, literature and art history to languages and religion. Our collaborative projects foster a deeper understanding of Medieval worlds, across religion, politics and culture.
International Medieval Bibliography
The Institute for Medieval Studies is home to the International Medieval Bibliography, the world’s leading interdisciplinary bibliography of the Middle Ages.
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International Medieval Congress
Each year we host the International Medieval Congress, one of the world's largest gatherings of medievalists. This is a fantastic opportunity to share knowledge with colleagues from across the globe.
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Impact and engagement
We are committed to maximising the impact of our research and working collaboratively with key scholars across the University of Leeds and the wider medieval community.
Research projects
Our groundbreaking research is interdisciplinary and dynamic, ranging from history and literature to art and religion, and uses texts, artefacts, manuscripts and digital tools.