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New book on genetic heritage of Vikings: it's one Thingwall after another
Between 2002 and 2007, researchers from the Universities of Leicester and Nottingham conducted an epic research project into the genetic influence of Vikings in Northwest England.
Like sport? Then you'll love the army
Is there any truth to a popular belief? For the first time ever the relationship between sport and the military over a long period of time is analysed in a new book.
What have the Romans done for us? Archaeologist examines life under the Empire
A new book by an archaeologist at Leicester challenges previous histories of the ancient Roman Empire by focusing not on its rulers, but those they ruled.
Dawn of a new scientific discipline: Microbial endocrinology
New book shows that bacteria can tell when you’re stressed – and take advantage of it.
New book features our Engineering Building
The University’s iconic Engineering Building is featured in a new volume about the architectural work of Sir James Stirling.
