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University renews pledge for diversity in space
https://le.ac.uk/news/2021/march/space-census
The University of Leicester has today (Tuesday) reaffirmed its commitment to driving diversity in the UK space industry, following publication of the 2020 Space Census.
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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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Study suggests human impact has created a plastic planet
https://le.ac.uk/news/2016/january/study-suggests-human-impact-has-created-a-2018plastic-planet2019
Planet Earth’s oceans and lands will be buried by increasing layers of plastic waste by the mid-century due to human activity, according to research led by researchers from the Department of Geology.
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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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New book launch for University of Leicester economist
https://le.ac.uk/news/2017/november/university-of-leicester-economists-new-book-launches
A new book by Professor Panicos Demetriades from our School of Business will officially launch at Leicester this week, with an event taking place on campus this Thursday 16 November.
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Deadline to name a planet is closing
https://le.ac.uk/news/2015/september/deadline-to-name-a-planet-is-closing
The deadline for you to show your support in naming a distant planet is fast approaching. Earlier this year, the University joined forces with the Leicester Mercury to give the people of Leicester the opportunity to name their own planet.
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Kerry Law
https://le.ac.uk/inspirational-women/kerry-law
Kerry joined Leicester in 2019 as Chief Marketing and Engagement Officer, a role she held when nominations for Inspirational Women were solicited. Her appointment to DVC (Professional Services) is indicative of her commitment to the University and to professional practise.
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Anthropogenic Impact on the Urban Environment
https://le.ac.uk/modules/2025/gl7106
Module code: GL7106 In this module you will learn to think like a scientific researcher; undertaking genuine exploratory research that is relevant to society.
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Employee Development and Workplace Learning
https://le.ac.uk/modules/2025/mn7368
Module code: MN7368 The rise of the 'knowledge economy' in recent years has generated considerable interest in the role of skills, knowledge and learning within organisations.
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Anthropogenic Impact on the Urban Environment
https://le.ac.uk/modules/2026/gl7106
Module code: GL7106 In this module you will learn to think like a scientific researcher; undertaking genuine exploratory research that is relevant to society.