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F1 tech put to use in Leicester’s Hospitals

A pioneeing new device to help doctors and nurses communicate clearly whilst wearing personal protective equipment (PPE) has been developed and...

Inclusive curriculum will ensure “HE is fit for the 21st century”, says Leicester academic

An inclusive curriculum will create a Higher Education system that is “fit for the 21st century”, a leading academic at the University...

Better peatland management could cut half a billion tonnes of carbon

Half a billion tonnes of carbon emissions could be cut from Earth’s atmosphere by improved management of peatlands, according to research...

Praise for University’s COVID-19 response

The University of Leicester has been recognised with a national award for its response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Sports scholar picked for Tokyo Paralympic squad

University of Leicester History PhD student and sports scholar Nick Cummins has been selected in Great Britain’s Wheelchair Rugby squad for...

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