May

Researchers investigate what works best for abused and neglected children: Professor Panos Vostanis from the University of Leicester involved in collaborative project into child development outcomes for maltreated children
Trainee medics flex their creative muscles with rheumatology revision guide: Medical students at University of Leicester could be youngest authors of a medical textbook
The science of extraterrestrial olympics, Brad Pitt’s punches and Breaking Bad gore: University of Leicester students apply sophisticated scientific principles to pop culture scenarios – with intriguing results
Time flies in new exoplanet video exploring beyond the boundaries of our solar system: PhD student Tom Hands from the University of Leicester produces video to demonstrate vast range of time-scales on which exoplanets orbit host stars
Great British Bake Off contestant to help students achieve healthier diets: Local graduate Ali Imdad launches student recipe pack at University of Leicester
Polish ambassador to discuss relationship between Poland and its neighbours: HE Mr Witold Sobków, the Ambassador of Poland, will deliver this year's Annual Sternberg Lecture at the University of Leicester on Tuesday 13 May
New App brings the history of framework knitting to life: University of Leicester research collaboration produces free app
Transformational gift to life-changing heart research: £70,000 cheque presentation to University of Leicester’s Cardiovascular Research Centre
Great British Bake Off star, Ali Imdad, shares his recipe for success with budding entrepreneurs: University of Leicester graduate shares insights at grand finale of regional enterprise competition
College Court renovation nets architectural award: University of Leicester's new conference centre and hotel recognised by Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors
Social Media to set the Agenda for Technology and Innovation Event: University of Leicester’s Space Research Centre to host business networking event at Phoenix Square, Leicester on Thursday 12 June
Young People’s Book Prize: The Royal Society Young People’s Book Prize 2014 is now underway and groups of young people from across the UK will choose a winner
Military operations on the archaeological front: How programme run in conjunction with the University of Leicester can help rebuild self-esteem for service personnel
How modern life causes ‘social jetlag’: BODY CLOCK- OPEN DAY: Saturday 7 June, University of Leicester
University of Leicester signs partnership agreement with global engineering group: Technology partnership with Alstom launch event to take place Wednesday 14 May
University of Leicester academics to explore death and continuing bonds in the time of Richard III: Academics to discuss what can be learned from historical attitudes towards death and remembering the dead at Dying Matters Awareness week event on Wednesday 14 May
Premier International meeting in Forensic/Autopsy radiology and imaging to be hosted in Leicester 2015: The University of Leicester will host a joint meeting of the two principal professional societies dedicated to the use of radiology in forensic/autopsy practice in May 2015
Bright yellow sandwiches help spread the word about anti-cancer chemical: New University of Leicester food range Spice for Life aims to highlight groundbreaking research into curry spice turmeric in time for British Sandwich Week
University of Leicester supports Law graduate’s gospel music career: Law graduate Lauritta releases first single ‘Altar Call’ on iTunes
“Smoking gun” evidence for theory that Saturn’s collapsing magnetic tail causes auroras: Saturn’s auroras are caused by the same phenomenon which leads to dramatic auroral displays on Earth, University of Leicester research shows
University of Leicester showcases its biggest ever project at Heartbeat Ball 2014: New Centre for Medicine set to transform medical teaching, research and, ultimately, patient care
College Court scores a hat-trick at RIBA East Midlands awards: Three more accolades, including Building of the Year, follow RICS award earlier this month
Intelligent transport systems- thanks to academic know-how: Routing Freight Traffic in Urban Areas for better mobility, less congestion, less noise and lower pollution
Dogs to provide students with guidance for coping with exam stress: University of Leicester’s Students’ Union offering students a number of innovative ways for stress release
New consumer credit report warns of unsustainable mortgage debt with UK house prices 28% too high: University of Leicester academic featured in new consumer credit report
Leicester’s ePIFFany project successfully reduces junior doctor prescribing errors: Issued by University Hospitals of Leicester 20 May 2014
YouTube footage of Northern Irish protests to be explored: University of Leicester expert to study YouTube footage of loyalist flag protests in Northern Ireland
Shattering past of the ‘island of glass’: University of Leicester team uncover explosive history of a ‘celebrity hotspot’
UK bank chief in talks with local businesspeople and students: Free public talk by Head of Santander UK at 11am on Thursday 29 May in the Council Chamber, Fielding Johnson Building, University of Leicester
Telling the stories of the Rwandan genocide today through research and theatre: Concluding events for the University of Leicester’s ‘Rwanda Remembered’ seminar series to take place Wednesday 28 May
University of Leicester announces £10 million appeal for state-of-the-art medical building: New Centre for Medicine set to transform medical teaching, research and, ultimately, patient care
University of Leicester to reinter King Richard III at Leicester Cathedral: High Court decision upholds Ministry of Justice licence that was granted to the University of Leicester
Channel 4 to be official broadcast partner for the Reinterment of Richard III: • Reburial and Memorial Service to be shown live exclusively by Channel 4 • Series of programmes to accompany live broadcast, exploring the history of Richard’s reign and the extraordinary journey of his body from rediscovery under a council car park to reburial in Leicester Cathedral events
Swift satellite gets ringing endorsement from NASA: University of Leicester and the Mullard Space Science Laboratory of University College London are key partners
Stories of migration to be told at University of Leicester: Use of augmented reality and digital kiosks provide dramatic accounts of migration in project by School of Museum Studies and Migration Museum Project
When good leaders turn bad: the dual face of narcissistic leadership: University of Leicester management expert Professor Mark Stein gives keynote address at 25th Greek Leadership Congress
Academic invites readers to make like a Viking and ‘go berserk’ in new book about runic language: Dr Martin Findell from the University of Leicester publishes new book ‘Runes’ to accompany major British Museum Viking exhibition
The Clangers and Star Trek inspire a life in science: University of Leicester academic plays key role in project
Breakthrough technology uncovers fingerprints on ATM bills and receipts: New University of Leicester fingerprint technology to help the Old Bill catch paperwork pirates
New 3D representation of Richard III’s spine shows ‘spiral nature’ of his scoliosis: Academic paper due to be published in The Lancet on Friday 30 May reveals exact nature of King’s curvature of the spine
New guild encourages alumni and friends to remember university in their will: University of Leicester recognises supporters leaving legacy gifts with new Legacy Guild
The world’s most prestigious libraries open their doors to UK academics: University of Leicester postgraduate student Borbala Nyiri offered prestigious research fellowship