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Advanced Topics in Cancer Biology
https://le.ac.uk/modules/2026/mb7004
Module code: MB7004 The development and use of appropriate anti-cancer therapy rely on the accurate diagnosis of cancer. Therefore, it is important to be able to differentiate between normal and malignant tissue under the microscope.
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Introduction to Molecular Techniques
https://le.ac.uk/modules/2024/bs4001
Module code: BS4001 Searching for novel cancer-causing genes researchers requires methods for manipulating the genetic material. For example, molecular cloning allows us to study the function of a gene and how cell behaviour is affected when that gene is altered in cancer.
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Structural Biology
https://le.ac.uk/modules/2024/bs3070
Module code: BS3070 Practically all events in cells depend on the existence of protein complexes which interact with other components to bring about diverse cellular functions.
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MBiolSci Research Project (Chronic Disease and Immunity)
https://le.ac.uk/modules/2024/bs4317
Module code: BS4317 This module provides the opportunity to gain highly valuable laboratory work by undertaking a 4 month research project placement: 3 months of lab work and then 1 month for writing the dissertation and project presentation, within the Department of...
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Structural Biology
https://le.ac.uk/modules/2025/bs3070
Module code: BS3070 Practically all events in cells depend on the existence of protein complexes which interact with other components to bring about diverse cellular functions.
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Study creates first 3D vision of cancer target
https://le.ac.uk/news/2016/january/study-creates-first-3d-vision-of-cancer-target
A team from the Department of Molecular and Cell Biology has for the first time published a detailed description of a protein linked to many types of cancer. The lab-based study now provides an opportunity for scientists to develop drugs to target this protein.
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Gene inheritance
https://le.ac.uk/vgec/topics/gene-inheritance
An improved understanding of genetics will raise new questions, as well as new hopes and fears. The University of Leicester is dedicated to providing a comprehensive learning experience for all.
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Of Satellites and Sentiment: The Forgotten Vietnamese Prisoners of French Guiana
https://staffblogs.le.ac.uk/carchipelago/2017/09/22/of-satellites-and-sentiment-the-forgotten-vietnamese-prisoners-of-french-guiana/
Posted by Carrie Crockett in Carceral Archipelago on September 22, 2017 By Dr. Lorraine M.
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Extraordinary Roman mosaic and villa discovered beneath farmer's field in Rutland
https://le.ac.uk/news/2021/november/rutland-mosaic
John Thomas, Deputy Director of ULAS and project manager on the excavations, said: “This is certainly the most exciting Roman mosaic discovery in the UK in the last Century.
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Museum Studies MA, MSc, PGDip
https://le.ac.uk/courses/museum-studies-ma-msc/2026
This is for you if... you want to develop the knowledge and skills required to move into a variety of careers in museums and galleries or as preparation for further postgraduate study.