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Leicester scientists discover ‘Star Wars’ planet
https://le.ac.uk/news/2020/september/leicester-scientists-discover-star-wars-planet
Scientists from the University of Leicester has revealed for the first time that groups of stars can tear apart their planet-forming disc, leaving it warped and with tilted rings - similar to the planet Tatooine in Star Wars.
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Two in three NHS staff say improved pay is key to boosting retention
https://le.ac.uk/news/2025/september/nhs-satisfaction-survey-leicester
Improved pay for NHS staff is important to prevent high numbers leaving the service, according to new data from the University of Leicester and University College London
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Asteroid fragments narrow down timeframe for giant planets’ current orbits
https://le.ac.uk/news/2024/april/giant-planet-instability
University of Leicester-led study suggests that the orbital instability of the giant planets happened between 60-100 million years after the beginning of the Solar System, with evidence found in meteorites linked to asteroid believed to be remains of a destroyed planetesimal
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International team put single molecules in super-fridge
https://le.ac.uk/news/2016/november/international-team-put-single-molecules-in-super-fridge
An international team of researchers led by our University has for the first time observed how a single two-atom-large molecule rotates in the coldest liquid known in nature.
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University of Leicester among the best in the UK for the accessibility of health services for students
https://le.ac.uk/news/2024/september/student-healthcare
A new study, conducted by ED treatment providers, UK Meds, has revealed that the University of Leicester is among the UK’s leading universities for the accessibility of healthcare services for students.
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Previous research grants and projects
https://le.ac.uk/history/research/current-research-grants/previous-research-grants-and-projects
Details of previous research grants and projects in the Global, Colonial and Postcolonial Research Cluster at The University of Leicester are listed for your information.
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Research
https://le.ac.uk/lung-health/research
Research conducted by the Institute of Lung Health covering lung cancer, infections, airway disease, and TB.
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Space scientists to stage show about Rosetta mission
https://le.ac.uk/news/2015/august/space-scientists-to-stage-show-about-rosetta-mission
Leicester space scientists are coming together with a local poet to stage a show about the European Space Agency's Rosetta mission.
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Energy
https://le.ac.uk/sustainability/impacts/energy
Learn how we are improving the energy efficiency of our estate and reducing energy consumption and carbon emissions in day-to-day operations.
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Agents and representatives
https://le.ac.uk/study/international-students/how-to-apply/university-of-leicester-agents-and-representatives
Find out how our network of international agents can support you when making an application to study at the University of Leicester.