August

UK riots 2011: Holding media to account after the riots: Study by University of Leicester sociologist examines media’s impact on communities
University of Leicester scientist awarded prestigious media fellowship: Researcher turns reporter to help public understanding of science
Bruce Willis couldn’t save us from asteroid doom: Students discover asteroid-splitting technique in Armageddon would not work
Survey of the security sector: University of Leicester spinout company releases new report
Soldiers on Salisbury Plain celebrate historical discovery: Project involving University of Leicester archaeologists shows stunning results
University of Leicester announces record £7 million donation: Gift from the John and Lucille van Geest Foundation will pave way for new era of ‘personalised medicine’ with creation of unique UK facility for cardiovascular science
Sustainability opportunities for University students gain award recognition: University of Leicester shortlisted for two Green Gown Awards
National initiative to examine how lifestyle changes affect long-term health opens for business: Launch of new collaboration involving University of Leicester
Bridging the gap between academia and art: University of Leicester to gain two new artists-in-residence
New forensic institute at the University of Leicester will help police forces solve ‘unusual crimes’: New Forensic Science Institute named after DNA fingerprinting pioneer Alec Jeffreys
From Afghanistan to Archaeology: British soldiers injured in Afghanistan take degrees at University of Leicester
Spectral Tinnitus Relief Therapy invention from the University of Leicester takes pride of place at Make it in Great Britain exhibition at the Science Museum: Vote now to support our local talent
Study suggests patients should be screened before receiving Vemurafenib: Leicester cancer researcher leads investigation of skin cancer treatment
Pioneering research gives new hope to asthma patients: Team from University of Leicester and Leicester's Hospitals investigate promising new treatment
First UK operation to tackle heart failure with novel nerve-stimulating implant: University of Leicester researchers undertake revolutionary treatment of a condition that has reached ‘epidemic proportions’
Historic search for King Richard III begins in Leicester: First ever archaeological search for the grave of an anointed King of England to begin on anniversary of his burial
Trial launch of urgently-needed combination treatment for oesophago-gastric cancer: University cancer specialists lead investigation of experimental drug
Addressing the need for microscopic speed: University of Leicester scientists develop rapid-scanning microscope with no loss of quality
University of Leicester makes it through to final of Make it in Great Britain Challenge: Cast your vote to crown the overall Challenge winner
Launch of UNESCO–IAU Astronomical Heritage Web Portal: New resource dedicated to astronomical heritage sites launched by group chaired by University of Leicester Professor
What are the social implications of medical screening?: Launch of book edited by Leicester academics examining sociological issues related to medical screening
Earphones 'potentially as dangerous as noise from jet engines,' according to new University of Leicester study: New research identifies for the first time how high volumes of sound damage nerve cell coating leading to temporary deafness
New equipment is breath of fresh air for children’s lung researchers: University of Leicester researchers gain UK’s first Exhalyzer-D device
University of Leicester takes delivery of unique eye imaging equipment: New technology will help scientists study eye disorders in infants, thanks to charitable donations
Oska Bright on the road: The international festival of films made by people with learning disabilities teams up with Embrace Arts for a very special day of short films and lively conversation
First week of search for Richard III exceeds expectations: Researchers find strong evidence for medieval church in Leicester where monarch was buried