College News
New discovery of ancient diet in China pre-dates rice
University of Leicester archaeologist uses new analysis techniques to shatter conventional ideas of how agriculture emerged
University of Leicester Professor elected President of the Royal Astronomical Society
Pro-Vice-Chancellor and Head of the College of Science and Engineering is second Leicester academic to assume the role
Leicester engineer to ask: how does metal work?
Free public lecture on Tuesday 21 May explores computer modelling of metal processing
Forensic expert featured on BBC Radio Leicester programme
University of Leicester’s Dr John Bond discusses unique fingerprinting techniques
Next Leicester Exchanges live debate: Was Richard III a good king or murderous tyrant?
Experts to examine the man and the myth on 6 June at University of Leicester
Solitary Confinement and Supermax Prisons: Lessons from America
Consequences of strict isolation in 'supermax' prisons in America examined in public lecture at the University of Leicester on Wednesday 22 May
Propaganda: Power and Persuasion
University of Leicester researcher involved in propaganda exhibition at the British Library
How many relatives does King Richard III have?
Discussion on BBC Radio 4 estimates the figure could run into millions
Leicester forensic pathology expert appointed to top post
University of Leicester Chief Forensic Pathologist Professor Guy Rutty will lead the International Society of Forensic Radiology and Imaging
How historians map the gardener’s world
Expert in architecture to discuss researching historic gardens in annual lecture at Lamport Hall on Monday 20 May
Google virtually hosts University of Leicester
New virtual tour of the main campus appears on Google Maps
Science for Sustainability in Kenya
Field course run by the Centre for Interdisciplinary Science leaves a lasting impact for rural communities in Kenya
Leicester archaeologist gives Richard III talk at Tower of London
Richard Buckley podcast on The Search for Richard III now available
A royal revelry for all the family
University of Leicester’s Richard III Open Day will provide a host of public activities on Saturday 29 June
Leader of House of Commons confirms Leicester reinterment plan
Further debate in Parliament on reinterment of the remains of King Richard III
Herbalism explored in lecture and part-time course
Medicinal properties of plants is focus of public lecture and evening course at University of Leicester
Leicester psychologist explores how family conflict affects children
Study involving University of Leicester academic provides insight into emotional and behavioural problems in children
For Peat’s Sake: expert investigates tropical peatland in Southeast Asia
Peatland researcher to give Inaugural public lecture at the University of Leicester on Tuesday 14 May
“Bronze” book wins gold with prestigious award
Cultural enterprise award for book accompanying Royal Academy exhibition co-curated by Professor David Ekserdjian
