Talking points a range of topical issues tackled by academics 7 13 January

In an article for University Business, Professor Paul Boyle, President and Vice-Chancellor, reflects on his first year in post and ambitious plans for the future.

• Read the full article 'Innovation at the heart' hosted on Think: Leicester here

Professors Jan Zalasiewicz and Mark Williams from the Department of Geology have written an article for The Conversation discussing ways in which the human impact on the planet can be seen.

• Read the full article 'Dawn of the Anthropocene: five ways we know humans have triggered a new geological epoch' hosted on Think: Leicester here

Dr Simon Bennett from the School of Management has written an article for the Leicester Mercury discussing the need for more runways at UK airports.

• Read the full article 'Do we need a new runway at Heathrow? We need two. And that's just for starters' hosted on Think: Leicester here

Widening participation manager Hannah Ordoyno has written an article for MediaFHE discussing how current male students can have an impact as role models.

• Read the full article 'HEi-think: Male role models can help bridge the student gender gap in HE' hosted on Think: Leicester here

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