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University of Leicester in the news: 10 October - 19 October 2011
A regular review from the Press Office of coverage of the University in the media
How a regular walk can help kidney disease patients stay healthy
Exercise reduces the risk of cardiovascular disease, according to new research involving the University of Leicester.
Prestigious award combines University innovations with design know-how
Design Council Award will help transform four academic projects into viable commercial products
University of Leicester in the news: 5 September - 9 October 2011
A regular review from the Press Office of coverage of the University in the media
University researchers' innovative new diabetes test features in national report
New system means pharmacists can test patients and give results in minutes, making it easier to detect those at risk of type 2 diabetes
Genes for every occasion: links to heart and lung health identified
This last week has seen two high profile studies linking genes to prevalent illnesses by teams with expertise from the University of Leicester.
New blood test spots missed medication
The University of Leicester has been assisting our neighbours, De Montfort University, in developing a simple test that only requires a 5mm spot of your blood.
Genes that pile on the pressure identified
University of Leicester researchers have been involved in identifying six gene regions with links to high blood pressure.
University of Leicester involved in three new Biomedical Research Units
New partnerships focus on Cardiovascular Diseases; Diet, Lifestyle and Nutrition and Respiratory Disease.
Three nominations for Leicester in Times Higher Awards 2011
The shortlist for the most prestigious awards in the Higher Education sector has been announced and the University of Leicester has picked up a hat-trick of nominations
