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Could human tissue be used by researchers in place of animal models
https://le.ac.uk/news/2016/august/could-human-tissue-be-used-by-researchers-in-place-of-animal-models
Professor Peter Bradding from the Department of Infection, Immunity and Inflammation is involved in a research project examining how to expand the use of human lung tissue to reduce the use of animal tissue in research.
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Leicester students crack mystery of Rudolph’s red nose
https://le.ac.uk/news/2020/december/rudolph-redshift
Of all Santa Claus’ reindeer, Rudolph is best known for his bright red nose. But just how fast would he need to travel for his nose to shine its famous scarlet colour? Students at the University of Leicester have discovered the answer.
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CUH Alumni
https://le.ac.uk/urban-history/study/cuh-alumni
Some of our recent graduates of CUH.
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Developing partnerships for innovation in health
https://le.ac.uk/research/institutes/precision-health/opportunities/past-events/developing-partnerships-for-innovation-in-health
We were delighted to host 16 fabulous speakers at Leicester City Football Club on 27 June 2024.
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Overview of the genetics and genealogical techniques used to identify the remains
https://le.ac.uk/richard-iii/identification/genetics/overview
The vast majority of our DNA is a very complex mixture of DNA passed down to us from our ancestors.
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Cancer Molecular Biology and Therapeutics MSc
https://le.ac.uk/courses/cancer-molecular-biology-and-therapeutics-msc/2026
Join a world-leading cancer research centre by studying Cancer Molecular Biology and Therapeutics MSc, to make a real contribution towards the future treatment of cancer.
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Resources
https://le.ac.uk/vgec/topics/cell-cycle/the-cell-cycle-schools-and-colleges/resources
Useful links to resources for schools and colleges looking for information on gene expression.
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Reproduction and gene shuffling in malaria parasites: how does it work?
https://le.ac.uk/news/2023/august/malaria
Scientists from the Universities of Leicester and Nottingham have received nearly £600,000 to research how sexual development and gene shuffling within the malaria parasite could help to control malaria transmission.
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Sneaking a peek at the ring of a 180km crater
https://le.ac.uk/news/2016/march/sneaking-a-peek-at-the-ring-of-a-180km-crater
Researchers from the universities of Leicester and Montpellier will be heading to the Yucatán Peninsula of Mexico to participate in a drilling expedition that addresses the science behind the Chicxulub impact structure.
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Future astronauts experience exploring new worlds
https://le.ac.uk/news/2018/august/future-astronauts-experience-exploring-new-worlds
Future astronauts experience exploring new worlds Future astronauts experience exploring new worlds 300| Lanzarote stands in for an alien planet as Leicester scientist helps train ESA astronauts.