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Lecture series launched in memory of eminent microbiologist
https://le.ac.uk/news/2017/march/lecture-series-launched-in-memory-of-eminent-microbiologist
A pioneering cellular microbiologist from the Pasteur Institute in Paris will deliver the inaugural lecture of the University of Leicester’s...
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Research reveals air pollution can alter the effectiveness of antibiotics and increases the potential of disease
https://le.ac.uk/news/2017/march/study-reveals-air-pollution-can-alter-the-effectiveness-of-antibiotics-and-increases-the-potential-of-disease
Researchers from the University have for the first time discovered that bacteria that cause respiratory infections are directly affected by air...
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Leicester universities work with GPs to put interprofessional care on the curriculum
https://le.ac.uk/news/2017/february/leicester-universities-work-with-gps-to-put-interprofessional-care-on-the-curriculum
University of Leicester medical academics have played a leading role in the development of a new programme that puts pharmacy students at De...
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Expert opinions cover Claudio Ranieri Michael Gove teaching in the 21st century and much more
https://le.ac.uk/news/2017/march/expert-opinions-cover-claudio-ranieri-michael-gove-and-teaching-in-the-21st-century
John Williams, Senior Lectuer in Sociology, discussed the controversial sacking of Leicester City manager Claudio Ranieri in an article for The...
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Research brings hope of new treatment for asthma sufferers
https://le.ac.uk/news/2017/march/research-brings-hope-of-new-treatment-of-asthma-sufferers
Improved treatments for people with severe asthma are a ‘step closer’ after a research team led by Dr Ruth Saunders from the Department of...
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Leicester reaches three million readers on The Conversation
https://le.ac.uk/news/2017/january/leicester-reaches-three-million-readers-on-the-conversation
Academics from across our University have collectively captured the imagination of over three million readers through over 180 articles written...
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Investment in psychiatry researchers at University to enhance services for older patients
https://le.ac.uk/news/2017/january/investment-in-psychiatry-researchers-at-university-to-enhance-services-for-older-patients
Patients in Leicestershire experiencing mental health issues in later life are to benefit from an investment into cutting-edge psychiatry research...
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Medical schools help tackle class ceiling on professional careers
https://le.ac.uk/news/2017/january/medical-schools-help-tackle-class-ceiling-on-professional-careers
Medical schools can help more young people from disadvantaged backgrounds break through a 'class ceiling' to the professions highlighted in a new...
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Alumnus surpasses 100000 target for cancer research
https://le.ac.uk/news/2017/january/alumnus-surpasses-ps100-000-target-for-cancer-research
At the time of writing, Dr Mark Sims (pictured), who graduated from the University in 2013 with a Medicine MBChB, has raised a staggering £109,192...
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Leicester experts provide top tips for avoiding food poisoning when preparing Christmas dinner
https://le.ac.uk/news/2016/december/leicester-experts-provide-top-tips-for-avoiding-food-poisoning-when-preparing-christmas-dinner
Many households around the world will be celebrating Christmas day with a turkey lunch – but the festive meal can be a hidden source of serious...