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Big data technology helps to find ideal river locations for hydro-power generation
https://le.ac.uk/news/2015/april/big-data-technology-helps-to-find-ideal-river-locations-for-hydro-power-generation
A technology in development with the University has the potential to revolutionise the sourcing of renewable energy from rivers. A software app developed collaboratively by the University of Leicester and High Efficiency Heating UK Ltd.
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New technology to revolutionise bedside tumour diagnosis in patients
https://le.ac.uk/news/2015/june/new-technology-to-revolutionise-bedside-tumour-diagnosis-in-patients
Researchers from the Universities of Leicester and Nottingham are developing a revolutionary mini gamma ray camera that will improve the diagnosis of tumours and lymph nodes from patients’ bedsides.
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New walking trail encourages children to discover Leicesters hidden gems
https://le.ac.uk/news/2016/september/new-walking-trail-encourages-children-to-discover-leicester2019s-hidden-gems
Fantasical creatures, mythical beings and mysterious people feature in a new children’s activity trail which aims to highlight Leicester’s architectural gems.
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Chinese link with local renal unit builds on University initiatives
https://le.ac.uk/news/2016/september/chinese-link-with-local-renal-unit-builds-on-university-initiatives
Links with a nephrology unit in Nantong China developed by University researchers have now led to Leicester’s Hospitals’ John Walls Renal Unit becoming a “sister renal centre” as part of the International Society of Nephrology Sister Renal Center (SRC) Programme.
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Lecture to discuss how sexual commerce has adapted to the digital age
https://le.ac.uk/news/2016/october/how-sexual-commerce-has-adapted-to-the-digital-age
An exploration of how commercial sex in the Western world is mediated or performed through the internet and digital technologies forms part of a series of free seminars available for the public to attend through 2016/17.
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Green gown awards recognition
https://le.ac.uk/news/2016/november/green-gown-awards-recognition
The work of the University of Leicester has been celebrated at an awards ceremony. The Green Gown Awards 2016 recognise remarkable sustainability initiatives in UK higher education.
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Leicester diabetes experts gather for international conference
https://le.ac.uk/news/2016/november/leicester-diabetes-experts-gather-for-international-conference
Leicester diabetes experts will be speaking at a global discussion on diabetes self-management and prevention in Denmark this week.
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New employability report published
https://le.ac.uk/news/2016/july/new-employability-report-published
President and Vice-Chancellor Professor Paul Boyle (pictured) has highlighted concerns relating to employment among students from disadvantaged communities.
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Engineering students produce portable 3D printer
https://le.ac.uk/news/2016/july/engineering-students-produce-portable-3d-printer
A team of fourth year engineering students has produced a functional portable 3D printer which has enabled them to print various objects including a set of cutlery and a set of teeth.
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We must celebrate Englands World Cup win 50 years on
https://le.ac.uk/news/2016/july/201cwe-must-celebrate201d-england2019s-world-cup-win-50-years-on
On 30 July 1966 England won the World Cup.