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Research reveals dramatic increase in baby virus admissions to Leicesters hospitals
https://le.ac.uk/news/2016/august/research-reveals-dramatic-increase-in-baby-virus-admissions-to-leicesters-hospitals
A 'sudden and dramatic increase' in a serious virus among babies admitted to hospitals in Leicester from May to August this year has been recorded in a new medical report authored by Dr Julian Tang from the Department of Infection, Immunity and Inflammation and...
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School of Museum Studies celebrates 50th anniversary with initiatives to diversify the sector
https://le.ac.uk/news/2016/august/school-of-museum-studies-celebrates-50th-anniversary-with-initiatives-to-diversify-the-sector
Our School of Museum Studies is showing its commitment to improving student recruitment diversity in a number of ways including the introduction of scholarships for applicants from underrepresented groups, a new course exploring equality and diversity in the museum sector...
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University to honour distinguished individuals in celebratory year for Leicester
https://le.ac.uk/news/2016/july/university-to-honour-distinguished-individuals-in-celebratory-year-for-leicester
In a year that has seen the city of Leicester make headlines for its unprecedented sporting achievements, our University will be celebrating the achievements of others linked with the city and the surrounding area who have excelled in their own fields at our graduation...
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Watch speeches for Attenborough Arts gallery opening in full
https://le.ac.uk/news/2016/february/watch-speeches-for-attenborough-arts-gallery-opening-in-full
You can now watch the full speeches from the opening of Attenborough Arts’ new galleries wing, given by the centre Director Michaela Butter, President and Vice-Chancellor Professor Paul Boyle and Sir David Attenborough. Sir David officially opened the new £1.
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Muslim integration and refugee experiences to be discussed by leading historians
https://le.ac.uk/news/2016/february/muslim-integration-and-refugee-experiences-to-be-discussed-by-leading-historians
The experiences of refugees and migrants in twentieth century Britain and Europe, and the challenges still faced by governments and individuals today, will be the focus of a number of free public lectures by leading historians of twentieth century history taking place as...
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Blue sky thinking to show support for National Health Service
https://le.ac.uk/news/2018/july/blue-sky-thinking-to-show-support-for-national-health-service
Our University will be backing the blue this week as it lights up its flagship medical building in celebration of 70 years of the National Health Service. The George Davies Centre will be bathed in blue light from 24 specially fitted LED lamps from 9:30pm on Thursday 5 July.
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Space technologies to help improve environmental and living conditions at banks of the Ganges
https://le.ac.uk/news/2018/may/space-technologies-to-help-improve-environmental-and-living-conditions-at-banks-of-the-ganges
International scientists, including researchers from our University, are using space sensors to monitor the health of land around the River Ganges in India, home to approximately 500 million people. The Ganges flows through India and Bangladesh.
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10x Future Technologies Virgin Money and ULSB Inspiring Women into Fintech
https://le.ac.uk/news/2018/june/10x-future-technologies-virgin-money-and-ulsb-inspiring-women-into-fintech
Twenty-five Leicester students travelled to London to attend the ‘Inspiring Women into Fintech’ event in the unique setting of 10x Future Technologies and Virgin Money offices near Victoria Station.
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Free online course to offer insights into Leicester City Football Clubs historic Premier League win
https://le.ac.uk/news/2018/january/free-online-course-to-offer-insights-into-leicester-city-football-club2019s-historic-premier-league-win
In 2016, football fans from all over the world celebrated as Leicester City Football Club completed one of the most remarkable stories in the history of English football.
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Making mental health a priority
https://le.ac.uk/news/2020/may/mental-health-week
To mark the start of Mental Health Awareness Week, Vice-Chancellor and President Professor Nishan Canagarajah, has reaffirmed the University of Leicester’s commitment to student and staff mental health.