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Newsblog is the University of Leicester’s main web resource for news and features, highlighting the interesting and exciting things that go on at the University. Newsblog complements our press releases which are aimed at journalists and produced by the Press Office.

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What's on this week at the University of Leicester

Posted by mjs76 at Feb 12, 2012 09:00 AM |

Events from Monday 13 February to Sunday 19 February 2012.

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Leicester scientist's research mentioned in Leveson evidence

Leicester scientist's research mentioned in Leveson evidence

Posted by pt91 at Feb 10, 2012 04:25 PM |

The University of Leicester is being mentioned in some pretty high places.

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Leicester study highlights effective methods for losing weight

Leicester study highlights effective methods for losing weight

Posted by pt91 at Feb 10, 2012 03:45 PM |

Research from University of Leicester show how anti-obesity drugs and a modified lifestyle can help weight loss.

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Like father, like son? Leicester research uncovers coronary heart disease link

Like father, like son? Leicester research uncovers coronary heart disease link

Posted by pt91 at Feb 10, 2012 03:20 PM |

Link found between Y chromosome and fatal heart condition suggests that common heart condition is ‘passed from father to son’.

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An opportunity to improve your use of forensic techniques

An opportunity to improve your use of forensic techniques

Professionals and academics working in law enforcement and crime reduction will convene in Leicester in April for a one-day conference.

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Enjoy the Botanic Garden’s crocus display this month

Enjoy the Botanic Garden’s crocus display this month

Come along to ‘Crocus Sundays’ on 19 and 26 February 2012.

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