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Nick Standen
https://le.ac.uk/about/history/obituaries/2020/nick-standen
Noel Davies and Ian Forsythe write: Nick Standen, Professor of Physiology at the University of Leicester, died after a long illness on 2 April 2020 (born 8 December 1949).
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Professor Sir Geoff Palmer
https://le.ac.uk/about/history/obituaries/2025/sir-geoff-palmer
A tribute to Sir Geoff Palmer, honouring his legacy as a pioneering scientist, educator, and advocate for equality. Discover his contributions and connection to the University of Leicester.
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Researcher publishes parliamentary report on the rise of fake news
https://le.ac.uk/news/2017/july/researcher-publishes-parliamentary-report-on-the-rise-of-fake-news
Katie Raymer, who is studying for a PhD in our Department of Physics and Astronomy, has co-authored a report as part of her STFC internship with the Parliamentary Office of Science and Technology examining how people access news and information and the rise of fake news.
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Student who started as a 12-year-old is youngest ever to graduate from our University
https://le.ac.uk/news/2017/july/student-who-started-as-a-12-year-old-is-youngest-ever-to-graduate-from-our-university
A remarkable student, who just turned 15 last month, has gained a first-class Honours BSc degree in Mathematics from our University. Yasha Asley was only 12 when he embarked upon the three-year undergraduate degree.
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University partners in new world-class skills centre for automotive sector
https://le.ac.uk/news/2017/september/university-partners-in-new-world-class-skills-centre-for-automotive-sector
Our University is partnering with HORIBA MIRA and other Midlands-based education institutions to build the MIRA Technology Institute – a new world-class skills centre for the automotive sector to be based at MIRA Technology Park.
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Geology researchers participate in Leicester Literary and Philosophical Society events
https://le.ac.uk/news/2017/october/geology-professors-participate-in-leicester-literary-and-philosophical-society-events
Founded in 1835, The Leicester Literary and Philosophical Society predates the University by over a century, yet it was an integral catalyst in the formation of the University of Leicester and much of our histories are entwined.
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Worlds biggest study of genetics of lung health and disease allows scientists to predict chance of developing COPD
https://le.ac.uk/news/2017/february/world2019s-biggest-study-of-genetics-of-lung-health-and-disease-allows-scientists-to-predict-chance-of-developing-copd
The world’s biggest study into an individual’s genetic make-up and the risk of developing lung disease could allow scientists to more accurately ‘predict’ - based on genes and smoking - your chance of developing COPD, a deadly disease which is the third commonest cause of...
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Leicester researchers involved in project to address Malaysias environmental challenges
https://le.ac.uk/news/2017/march/leicester-researchers-involved-in-project-to-address-malaysia2019s-environmental-challenges
Researchers from our University are part of a team delivering an Earth and Sea Observation System (EASOS) for Malaysia in order to address some of the country’s major environmental challenges.
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Role specification
https://le.ac.uk/about/who-we-are/governance/court/chancellor/specification
Term of office To be determined by Court on appointment, but normally a maximum period of five years. Remuneration This is an honorary position with travel and subsistence expenses paid. Role purpose The Chancellor is the ceremonial head of the University.
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Glynis Wright MBE
https://le.ac.uk/about/who-we-are/governance/council/membership/glynis-wright
Dr Glynis Wright is an alumna of the University of Leicester acquiring a BA (Hons) in English and Philosophy in 1984. She decided to remain in Leicester after graduating and commenced a career in local government most latterly within the field of economic development.