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Islamic Law
https://le.ac.uk/modules/2025/lw3514
Module code: LW3514 Whether concerning Islamophobia, debates about free speech limitations, women’ rights or counterterrorism policies, Islam and Islamic Law consistently remain at the forefront of global discourse.
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Genetically modified bacteria to help combat muscle fatigue being developed by students
https://le.ac.uk/news/2015/july/genetically-modified-bacteria-to-help-combat-muscle-fatigue-being-developed-by-students
A team of second-year students are taking part in the International Genetically Engineered Machine Competition (iGEM), in which they are required to modify bacteria to fulfil a useful task.
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Talking points a range of topical issues tackled by academics 2 8 July
https://le.ac.uk/news/2015/july/talking-points-a-range-of-topical-issues-tackled-by-academics-2-8-july
Professor Rodrigo Quian Quiroga from the Centre for Systems Neuroscience has written an article for The Conversation into new research examining how the brain encodes memories.
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Work experience at Leicester inspires aspiring scientist
https://le.ac.uk/news/2015/september/work-experience-at-leicester-inspires-aspiring-scientist
Leicester teenager Chelsea Herbert first discovered her love for scientific research thanks to the University of Leicester which gave her the opportunity to taste science at the cutting edge.
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Research suggests exercise counteracts sitting time
https://le.ac.uk/news/2016/april/research-suggests-exercise-counteracts-sitting-time
Office workers can stave off health problems associated with sitting down all day by regularly exercising, a new study from the Leicester Diabetes Centre has found.
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Events to mark 50th anniversary of Evelyn Waughs death
https://le.ac.uk/news/2016/january/events-to-mark-50th-anniversary-of-evelyn-waugh2019s-death
Book lovers and film aficionados are invited to mark the 50th anniversary of the death of novelist Evelyn Waugh by attending a series of events during January and beyond, organised by The Complete Works of Evelyn Waugh project .
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Professor Paul Boyle to chair expert panel
https://le.ac.uk/news/2016/january/professor-paul-boyle-to-chair-expert-panel
Professor Paul Boyle is among seven leading scientists who are set to form a revitalised Scottish Science Advisory Council (SSAC) to advise Scottish Ministers from 1 February.
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New research shows significant promise for Clostridium difficile infections
https://le.ac.uk/news/2016/june/new-research-shows-significant-promise-for-clostridium-difficile-infections
A new study has confirmed the therapeutic potential of bacteriophage combinations to treat highly infectious bacteria C. difficile infections (CDI) while retaining a healthy gut.
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Gain work experience and skill development to enhance your CV
https://le.ac.uk/career-development-service/work-experience-skills
It's important to continue to boost your employability, CV, and confidence. Learn how to develop skills through work experience, internships, online courses and volunteering.
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Leicester’s commitment to researchers confirmed with renewed award
https://le.ac.uk/news/2020/february/10-hr-eir
The University of Leicester is proud to announce that we have retained our HR Excellence in Research Award following the eight-year review.