News and Events
Don't ostracise this ostracod
A University of Leicester geologist and colleagues have described a new species of prehistoric crustacean, working from a 5mm-long fossil so well-preserved that they could even identify the sensory organ sticking out of its middle eye.
Are you ready for the Anthropocene?
Two Leicester geologists present the argument that recent human history constitutes a distinct geological epoch.
Seeking Solomon’s treasure
One of our Geologists went looking for seawater on a tropical island, but all he could find was tellurium and gold…
Leicester graduate photographs volcanic event
Vulcanology is, by its nature, an intermittent science. Most volcanoes spend most of their time doing not very much, so actually witnessing a volcanic event is a great thrill for any geologist.
University announces new Vice-Chancellor
Chief Executive of the Economic and Social Research Council and President of Science Europe, Professor Paul Boyle, to succeed Professor Sir Bob Burgess in October
