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 New discovery of ancient diet in China pre-dates rice

New discovery of ancient diet in China pre-dates rice

Posted by er134 at May 17, 2013 12:09 PM |

University of Leicester archaeologist uses new analysis techniques to shatter conventional ideas of how agriculture emerged

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University of Leicester Professor elected President of the Royal Astronomical Society

University of Leicester Professor elected President of the Royal Astronomical Society

Posted by pt91 at May 17, 2013 10:10 AM |

Pro-Vice-Chancellor and Head of the College of Science and Engineering is second Leicester academic to assume the role

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Leicester engineer to ask: how does metal work?

Leicester engineer to ask: how does metal work?

Posted by hct16 at May 16, 2013 11:25 AM |

Free public lecture on Tuesday 21 May explores computer modelling of metal processing

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Forensic expert featured on BBC Radio Leicester programme

Forensic expert featured on BBC Radio Leicester programme

Posted by er134 at May 15, 2013 01:39 PM |

University of Leicester’s Dr John Bond discusses unique fingerprinting techniques

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Next Leicester Exchanges live debate: Was Richard III a good king or murderous tyrant?

Next Leicester Exchanges live debate: Was Richard III a good king or murderous tyrant?

Posted by pt91 at May 15, 2013 12:48 PM |

Experts to examine the man and the myth on 6 June at University of Leicester

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Solitary Confinement and Supermax Prisons: Lessons from America

Solitary Confinement and Supermax Prisons: Lessons from America

Posted by er134 at May 15, 2013 11:55 AM |

Consequences of strict isolation in 'supermax' prisons in America examined in public lecture at the University of Leicester on Wednesday 22 May

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Propaganda: Power and Persuasion

Propaganda: Power and Persuasion

Posted by er134 at May 15, 2013 10:50 AM |

University of Leicester researcher involved in propaganda exhibition at the British Library

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Richard III in audio

Richard III in audio

Posted by hct16 at May 14, 2013 04:45 PM |

University of Leicester Soundcloud account plays host to Richard III podcasts

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How many relatives does King Richard III have?

How many relatives does King Richard III have?

Posted by er134 at May 14, 2013 11:14 AM |

Discussion on BBC Radio 4 estimates the figure could run into millions

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Leicester forensic pathology expert appointed to top post

Posted by er134 at May 14, 2013 10:22 AM |

University of Leicester Chief Forensic Pathologist Professor Guy Rutty will lead the International Society of Forensic Radiology and Imaging

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How historians map the gardener’s world

How historians map the gardener’s world

Posted by er134 at May 13, 2013 04:35 PM |

Expert in architecture to discuss researching historic gardens in annual lecture at Lamport Hall on Monday 20 May

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Google virtually hosts University of Leicester

Google virtually hosts University of Leicester

Posted by er134 at May 13, 2013 04:35 PM |

New virtual tour of the main campus appears on Google Maps

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Science for Sustainability in Kenya

Science for Sustainability in Kenya

Posted by er134 at May 13, 2013 03:10 PM |

Field course run by the Centre for Interdisciplinary Science leaves a lasting impact for rural communities in Kenya

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Leicester archaeologist gives Richard III talk at Tower of London

Leicester archaeologist gives Richard III talk at Tower of London

Posted by er134 at May 13, 2013 01:20 PM |

Richard Buckley podcast on The Search for Richard III now available

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A royal revelry for all the family

A royal revelry for all the family

Posted by er134 at May 13, 2013 10:20 AM |

University of Leicester’s Richard III Open Day will provide a host of public activities on Saturday 29 June

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Leader of House of Commons confirms Leicester reinterment plan

Leader of House of Commons confirms Leicester reinterment plan

Posted by er134 at May 10, 2013 04:35 PM |

Further debate in Parliament on reinterment of the remains of King Richard III

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 Herbalism explored in lecture and part-time course

Herbalism explored in lecture and part-time course

Posted by er134 at May 09, 2013 04:25 PM |

Medicinal properties of plants is focus of public lecture and evening course at University of Leicester

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Leicester psychologist explores how family conflict affects children

Leicester psychologist explores how family conflict affects children

Posted by er134 at May 09, 2013 11:08 AM |

Study involving University of Leicester academic provides insight into emotional and behavioural problems in children

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For Peat’s Sake: expert investigates tropical peatland in Southeast Asia

For Peat’s Sake: expert investigates tropical peatland in Southeast Asia

Posted by er134 at May 08, 2013 01:22 PM |

Peatland researcher to give Inaugural public lecture at the University of Leicester on Tuesday 14 May

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“Bronze” book wins gold with prestigious award

“Bronze” book wins gold with prestigious award

Posted by er134 at May 08, 2013 12:06 PM |

Cultural enterprise award for book accompanying Royal Academy exhibition co-curated by Professor David Ekserdjian

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Research Student Generic Skills Training Programme

Three female students in library

The next Research Student Generic Skills Training Programme is taking place on Tuesday 14 May 2013.  A copy of the programme can be found here...  Previous sessions were held on 27 November 2012 and 12 February 2013.

PhD Research Methods forum

PhD students across the College of Social Science are invited to join a Research Methods Forum to share ideas and experience in a friendly and informal environment.  For further information and contact details...

Find a Masters and Find a PhD 2013 Scholarships

Find a PhD.com and Find a Masters.com are offering a number of £500-£1,000 scholarships for UK/EU and international applicants looking to enrol on a PhD or Masters degree programme in autumn 2013.
  
Further details and links to the relevant websites  

Graduate School Researcher Development Fund 2012-13

The Fund provides funding for researcher-led initiatives designed to support skills and career development.

Proposals can be submitted from 1 October 2012 and more information can be found on the Graduate School website.