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Leicester conservation project to save threatened wildflowers from extinction
https://le.ac.uk/news/2016/november/leicester-conservation-project-to-save-threatened-wildflowers-from-extinction
A new project at our University hopes to save rare and threatened local wildflowers from across Leicestershire and Rutland from extinction.
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Catchment Systems
https://le.ac.uk/modules/2025/gy2433
Module code: GY2433 A catchment is the area of land drained by a stream or river. It is the fundamental landscape unit that collects and redistributes water and sediment from uplands to the sea and is the focus of study in both hydrology and geomorphology.
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Catchment Systems
https://le.ac.uk/modules/2026/gy2433
Module code: GY2433 A catchment is the area of land drained by a stream or river. It is the fundamental landscape unit that collects and redistributes water and sediment from uplands to the sea and is the focus of study in both hydrology and geomorphology.
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Catchment Systems
https://le.ac.uk/modules/2027/gy2433
Module code: GY2433 A catchment is the area of land drained by a stream or river. It is the fundamental landscape unit that collects and redistributes water and sediment from uplands to the sea and is the focus of study in both hydrology and geomorphology.
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girl.boy.child
https://le.ac.uk/rcmg/research-archive/girl-boy-child
The performances will shine a light on many National Trust properties’ lesser known LGBTQ histories.
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Link between hibernation in animals and Alzheimers prevention identified
https://le.ac.uk/news/2015/january/link-between-hibernation-in-animals-and-alzheimers-prevention-identified
Research by scientists at the Medical Research Council’s Toxicology Unit, based at the University, has identified a protective mechanism that kicks in when body temperature is lowered, activating a process that prevents the loss of brain cells and the connections between them.
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Leicester could be a champion of globalisation thanks to Premier League success
https://le.ac.uk/news/2016/may/leicester-could-be-a-2018champion-of-globalisation2019-thanks-to-premier-league-success
With an historic Premier League trophy to its name, Leicester now has a unique branding strategy that is the envy of cities around the world.
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Researchers to present evidence to Joint Committee on Human Rights Inquiry
https://le.ac.uk/news/2017/march/researchers-to-present-evidence-to-joint-committee-on-human-rights-inquiry
Experts from our School of Business will deliver evidence to a Joint Committee on Human Rights inquiry exploring the progress British business has made in carrying out its responsibility to respect human rights.
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NIHR Biomedical Research Centre opens in Leicester
https://le.ac.uk/news/2017/may/nihr-biomedical-research-centre-opens-in-leicester
Pioneering research into medical advancements in Leicester will continue for the next five years, thanks to an £11.6 million grant.
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How Grime music provides opportunities for young people from disadvantaged backgrounds
https://le.ac.uk/news/2018/february/how-grime-music-provides-opportunities-for-young-people-from-disadvantaged-backgrounds
The rising popularity of Grime music and how it provides opportunities for young people from less advantaged backgrounds and promotes diversity has been explored in a paper showcased by the our University.