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Genes for learning and memory are 650 million years old, study shows
https://le.ac.uk/news/2023/july/big-bang
A team of scientists led by researchers from the University of Leicester have discovered that the genes required for learning, memory, aggression and other complex behaviours originated around 650 million years ago.
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Student societies
https://le.ac.uk/geology/study/undergraduate/societies
Find out about the University of Leicester's student geological societies, including the Peter Colley Sylvester Bradley (PCSB) student society, Society of Economic Geologists, Palaeobiology Society and Geophysical Student Society.
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Advanced Mechanical Engineering with Management MSc
https://le.ac.uk/courses/advanced-mechanical-engineering-with-management-msc/2026
A mechanical engineering career often takes more than technical expertise. This degree combines advanced-level learning with management theory and practice – everything you need to make a real impact out in the field.
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Initiatives
https://le.ac.uk/cite/sanctuary-seekers-unit/initiatives
Learn more about our initiatives, including Bright Path Futures, Ukraine support, Trauma-informed pedagogy and RefugEAP.
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Flood and Flow: Place-Names and the Changing Hydrology of River-Systems
https://le.ac.uk/history/research/current-research-grants/previous-research-grants-and-projects/flood-and-flow
Flood and Flow is two-year interdisciplinary research project, funded by The Leverhulme Trust.
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Study
https://le.ac.uk/victorian-studies/study
If you wish to study Victorian Studies with us, you can study for either a Victorian Studies MA or a Victorian Studies PhD or MPhil. Discover our thriving community, high-profile conferences and research forums.
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Molecular and Cellular Immunology
https://le.ac.uk/modules/2025/bs3015
Module code: BS3015 This module is centred on the mammalian immune system – from the different types of immune responses to the molecular and cellular approaches used to investigate mechanisms of immunity.
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Scientific Computing
https://le.ac.uk/modules/2025/ma4013
Module code:MA4013 This module will provide a comprehensive introduction to the computational approaches to scientific problems, including applications in engineering and physics.
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Film Production
https://le.ac.uk/modules/2025/ha2429
Module code: HA2429 This is a practical module in which you will work in small groups to make a short video drama. The module will examine the creative and technical processes which go into film production through a series of workshops.
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Molecular and Cellular Immunology
https://le.ac.uk/modules/2026/bs3015
Module code: BS3015 This module is centred on the mammalian immune system – from the different types of immune responses to the molecular and cellular approaches used to investigate mechanisms of immunity.