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Exercise shown to improve symptoms of patients with chronic kidney disease
https://le.ac.uk/news/2018/august/exercise-shown-to-improve-symptoms-of-patients-with-chronic-kidney-disease
Just 12 weeks of aerobic and strength-based exercise reduces symptoms and levels of fatigue in patients with chronic kidney disease, Leicester researchers have shown.
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SAPPHIRE group is partner in 42m new research institute to boost evidence on improving care in the NHS
https://le.ac.uk/news/2018/february/sapphire-group-is-partner-in-ps42m-new-research-institute-to-boost-evidence-on-improving-care-in-the-nhs
A new research institute led by the University of Cambridge is seeking to create a world-leading asset for the NHS by improving the science behind healthcare organisation and delivery, and the University of Leicester’s Social Science Applied to Healthcare Improvement Research...
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Research suggests being overweight protects heart surgery patients
https://le.ac.uk/news/2017/january/research-suggests-being-overweight-protects-heart-surgery-patients
Overweight and obese patients are less likely to die in hospital after a heart operation than patients who are a normal weight, according to a study published in the journal Circulation and led by researchers from our University.
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Leicester academic discusses Theresa Mays Brexit speech
https://le.ac.uk/news/2017/january/university-of-leicester-academic-discusses-theresa-may2019s-brexit-speech
Professor Panicos Demetriades, of the School of Business, featured in an interview for Radio Sputnik discussing the implications of Theresa May’s speech outlining the intentions of the Government for Brexit negotiations.
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Researchers develop pioneering X-ray technique to analyse ancient artefacts
https://le.ac.uk/news/2017/june/researchers-develop-pioneering-x-ray-technique-to-analyse-ancient-artefacts
A pioneering X-ray technique that can analyse artefacts of any shape or texture in a non-destructive way has been developed by an international team of researchers led by our University.
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University to showcase research stars of tomorrow
https://le.ac.uk/news/2017/june/university-to-showcase-research-stars-of-tomorrow
The University of Leicester’s annual event celebrating postgraduate research returns this week, providing members of the public the opportunity to discover more about the diverse range of cutting-edge work of the University’s Postgraduate Researchers.
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Leicester academics argue sexualised drinks advertising undermines anti-rape campaigns
https://le.ac.uk/news/2017/june/leicester-academics-argue-sexualised-drinks-advertising-undermines-anti-rape-campaigns
Environments which incite narratives of loss of control and hypersexuality compromise the ability to counter sexual offending, research suggests.
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New video features student effort to develop eco-friendly technologies
https://le.ac.uk/news/2017/july/new-video-features-student-effort-to-develop-eco-friendly-technologies
A PhD student from our Department of Chemistry has participated in a new video that promotes his environmental research – and highlights opportunities for fellow researchers.
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Stephen Fry reveals previously untold LGBTQ history
https://le.ac.uk/news/2017/july/stephen-fry-reveals-previously-untold-lgbtq-history
Our University is working with the National Trust is celebrating LGBTQ heritage, to reveal new information about Felbrigg Hall’s last squire, Robert Wyndham Ketton-Cremer.
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Expert opinions cover Juno museums Cassini Ethiopian dams and the business of bikes
https://le.ac.uk/news/2017/september/expert-opinions-cover-juno-museums-cassini-and-the-business-of-bikes
Dr Jonathan Nichols from our Department of Physics and Astronomy has been highlighted in a number of media outlets, including the Daily Mail, the Verge and Wired, discussing stunning auroras on Jupiter discovered as part of NASA's Juno mission, which our University is the...