September

Leading philosophers to debate marriage, justice and blame: University of Leicester hosts intense, focused discussion of topics on 16-17 September
A win-win partnership for museum training & research: University of Leicester School of Museum Studies to launch new scholarship funded by Collections Trust
Un-Americans and the Un-American - to 9/11: International conference at University of Leicester to explore troubling questions around peculiarly American concept
Former chemist turned e-learning expert becomes media zookeeper at the University of Leicester: New head of Beyond Distance Research Alliance appointed
£10,000 cash injection for heart appeal: Community groups support University of Leicester Cardiovascular Research Centre
New research tackles food poisoning: Leicester and Nottingham researchers work together to tackle common infection from undercooked or unhygienically-prepared chickens
Discovery of blood pressure genes could help prevent cardiovascular disease: Measurements can predict hypertension and cardiovascular disease
The next 50 years of space research: University of Leicester conference on 19-21 September marks milestone
Ospreys need helping hand from humans to expand UK range: University of Leicester doctoral student to present findings
University of Leicester shortlisted for three national awards: Nominations for prestigious awards revealed
European education experts at University of Leicester to develop innovation in science and maths teaching: Major European scheme aimed at encouraging relevant and practical learning
When eco-friendly means eco-bling: University of Leicester geographer presents research at international conference
Digital view into Leicester's rich industrial heritage: Exploring Leicester’s Manufacturing Past - Saturday 17 September 2011, 10 am to 4.30 pm
Captivated by critters: researchers find humans are wired to respond to animals: University of Leicester involved with Caltech and UCLA in pioneering research
Volcanic ash and aircraft safety: University of Leicester engineers to study how ash behaves in hot jet engines
Childhood and the driving force of fashion: University of Leicester research reveals brands and logos are highly important to some children, influenced by family attitudes, peer pressure and celebrity culture
Comprehensive School Education - Policy Mistake, Lost Ideal or Model for the Future?: University of Leicester holds debate on education policy in London on Wednesday 21 September 2011
Leicester Conference on Genocidal Intent: Unique event is a milestone for the University, say organisers
'Faith and Politics' - by Ann Widdecombe: Former Shadow Home Secretary to give free public lecture at University of Leicester on 26 October 2011
Showcase of Local Archaeology at the University of Leicester: Open Day on 24 September
Launching business and industry into the space age: University of Leicester announces new £2 million initiative: the Space IDEAS Hub
University of Leicester welcomes families of new students: Family Programme Parents’ Receptions: Saturday and Sunday 1st and 2nd October. Parents of medical students only, Sunday 25th September 2011
Leicester academics embark on pioneering leadership project with Afghan universities: New British Council project provides mentors to higher education leaders
The glue that holds the brain together: Lecture to reveal new insights into brain cells linked to stroke and cerebal palsy
Government’s student places proposals do not go far enough, warns leading universities group: Press release from 1994 Group
Threats from space - what the weather might have in store: University of Leicester space conference to discuss risk from space weather
Pioneering blood spot test could help save lives cut costs in treatment of heart disease: University of Leicester involved in trials of new procedure
NASA's WISE mission captures black hole's wildly flaring jet: University of Leicester academic involved in ‘unusual case of a serendipitous discovery’
Cultural literary heritage profiled for the first time: Survey uncovers unprecedented number of works by Leicestershire writers
Great buildings compete for prestigious awards: Percy Gee Building is finalist for two 2011 ProCon Leicestershire Awards
New genes identified for coronary artery disease and heart attacks: Findings could help in developing new treatments and improve prediction of coronary heart disease
Universities spearhead business internship initiative: Three-month graduate internships on offer for local SMEs
Ben Okri to speak at the University of Leicester: First Annual Creative Writing Lecture at the University of Leicester on Wednesday 19th October at 6pm
New discoveries in genetics of lung health: Findings offer hope for better prevention and treatment for lung diseases
Public ignorant about key messages concerning diet and cancer: New research reveals widespread lack of knowledge of the importance of diet and obesity as contributing causes towards the development of cancer
Discovering Men’s Sheds Conference: Thursday, 29 September 2011 at the Ramada Leicester Hotel in Leicester
Science meets art as the Leicester Lit & Phil meets its new president: New programme of lectures begins from 3 October
Romance scams online hit hundreds of thousands of victims: New study reveals scale and prevalence of new form of fraud
Spoken Word event gets close to the life of a woman who died in a suicide bombing: Life of Professor of Law and Human Rights to be commemorated at University of Leicester event on 9 October
Novel research assesses reading in older people: Prestigious award from British Academy will allow new insights into difficulties in reading for older people
Olympics garden designer to speak at University of Leicester: Botanic Garden Lecture at the University of Leicester on Thursday 13th October at 8pm
Hope Against Cancer Annual Allison Wilson Memorial Lecture: Event at University of Leicester on Tuesday 4 October, 2011
Tenerife geology discovery is among 'world's best': Holiday Island Landscape Reveals Explosive Past
Breakthrough brain study reveals stress code: Neuroscience team discovers new player in how brain deals with stress
Political reporters challenge the limits of objectivity: University of Leicester sociologist to explore neutrality of the pressurised political interview