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Student Projects
https://le.ac.uk/about/making-a-difference/sdgs/biodiversity/student-projects
Our students are passionate about their environment and are often asking how we can be more biodiversity-friendly.
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Earth Observation Technology, Missions, and Laboratory-based spectroscopy
https://le.ac.uk/physics/research/earth-observation-science/earth-observation-technology-missions
The EOS group contributes to the whole cycle of EO technology development, from laboratory-based fundamental spectroscopy research and sensor development through to mission concepts, airborne demonstrators, and satellite missions.
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Latest award for Centre for Medicine recognises efforts to promote positive change
https://le.ac.uk/news/2017/may/latest-award-for-centre-for-medicine-acknowledges-efforts-to-promote-positive-change
Our award-winning Centre for Medicine continues to be recognised for its ground breaking design and contribution to promoting sustainability, with its latest success being a win in the Global Good Awards UK.
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Centre for Hate Studies Commissioned to Evaluate Victim Support Services
https://le.ac.uk/news/2015/december/centre-for-hate-studies-commissioned-to-evaluate-victim-support-services
Leicester criminologists have been commissioned by the Police and Crime Commissioner for Hertfordshire to lead a project designed to inform the development of a new hate crime strategy and victims’ support service.
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Research offers reassurance over multiple artery procedures for heart attack victims
https://le.ac.uk/news/2015/december/research-offers-reassurance-over-multiple-artery-procedures-for-heart-attack-victims
A new study led by Dr Gerry McCann, NIHR Career Development Fellow from the University and Leicester's Hospitals, has examined the effects on the heart of treating multiple narrowed arteries - rather than just one – at the time of a heart attack.
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Leicester geneticist involved in internet for DNA
https://le.ac.uk/news/2015/january/leicester-geneticist-involved-in-internet-for-dna
Scientists at the University of Leicester are playing a central role in the development of what is being described as ‘an internet for DNA’.
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English Language Teaching Unit celebrates international research students
https://le.ac.uk/news/2015/february/english-language-teaching-unit-celebrates-international-research-students
The second annual English Language Teaching Unit (ELTU) Research Festival was held on Wednesday 18th February.
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Procession route for Kings cortege announced
https://le.ac.uk/news/2015/february/procession-route-for-kings-cortege-announced
Preparations are underway for a ceremonial procession bringing King Richard III’s mortal remains to their final resting place in the heart of Leicester.
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Screening of Type 2 diabetes needs reviewing research suggests
https://le.ac.uk/news/2015/october/screening-of-type-2-diabetes-needs-reviewing-researchers-suggest
The process for screening for Type 2 diabetes or those at high risk of the condition needs “careful re-evaluation”, according to the first study on the effectiveness of testing methods which has been led by the Diabetes Research Centre.
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Academic dances the night away in new film starring Kate Winslet and Alan Rickman
https://le.ac.uk/news/2015/april/academic-dances-the-night-away-in-new-film-starring-kate-winslet-and-alan-rickman
Dr Heidi Ashton from the School of Management is starring in a new blockbuster film, A Little Chaos, released in UK cinemas on Friday 17 April.