August
Expert comment: ‘Pope Francis’s appeal for Poland to welcome refugees may remain unanswered’
Dr Simona Guerra from the University of Leicester discusses Polish attitudes towards the European migrant crisis and Pope Francis's views being 'at odds' with the government
It’s all in the eyes - University of Leicester discovery sheds light on how vertebrates see
Discovery identifies details in eyes of 300 million year old lamprey and hagfish fossils
Mobile Scan and Pay Technology could promote supermarket theft, study suggests
University of Leicester criminologists author new report on retail Mobile Scanning and Pay (MSP) technology
“GPS in space”: NPL and University of Leicester bring autonomous interplanetary travel closer to reality
New study published
Satellite experts to help farmers improve fertiliser applications
University of Leicester space researchers work with industry to benefit farmers
Veins on Mars were formed by evaporating ancient lakes
The Open University and University of Leicester publish study determining the fluids once present in Martian Yellowknife Bay, Gale Crater
Asthma pill could reduce symptoms in severe sufferers
University of Leicester researcher in potential medical breakthrough
Expert reaction to study looking at air pollution and survival in people with lung cancer
Professor Michael Peake discusses new research suggesting pollution may shorten lung cancer patients' lives in Science Media Centre expert comment
Expert reaction to trial of drug for treatment of asthma symptoms, as published in the Lancet Respiratory Medicine*
Academics respond to new Leicester study into pill for reducing symptoms of asthma
New study examines issues relating to gender and trade
Researcher from University of Leicester examines impact of Directive that applies the principle of non-discrimination on grounds of sex to the use and supply of goods and services
Curiosity has disproved ‘old idea of Mars as a simple basaltic planet’
University of Leicester space scientist looks back at Mars Science Laboratory’s four fruitful years on Mars
Leicester's Hospitals launching cancer tissue genomic testing for patients with renal cancer
Leicester's Hospitals have announced plans to test all of the genes in patients with one of eight types of cancer, starting with renal cancer patients in Leicester. The aim of this government funded project is to move the treatment of human disease from a 'one size fits all' approach to one of tailoring the treatment to the individual patient.
Second successful season of fieldwork for Leicester archaeology students concludes
More than 80 students have had the opportunity to get hands-on with an excavation at Bradgate Park
Life-saving equipment made publicly available at University of Leicester
Defibrillators installed for staff, students, visitors and public
University of Leicester awards diversity scholarships to students from underrepresented groups
School of Museum Studies celebrates 50th anniversary with initiatives to diversify the sector
Expert comment: Has the Olympic Games caught up with the modern world?
John Williams from the University of Leicester discusses how the Olympics still has a way to go before all athletes are treated equally
19th century cake and icing recipes highlight weird and wonderful approaches to historical baking
University of Leicester Special Collections feature historical recipes for Bake-Off delights Shrowsbury Cake and icing
Expert comment: ‘Obama’s nuclear policy wish-list appears neither politically viable nor diplomatically wise’
University of Leicester experts discuss the Obama Administration’s nuclear legacy
Management actions to combat recessions could compromise the performance effects of empowerment
Latest study by Stephen Wood at the University of Leicester finds wage and employment freezes impact on morale
Expert comment: Banning of ‘burquinis’ is a step towards depriving Muslim women of equal citizenship
Dr Saeeda Shah from the University of Leicester highlights how traditional dress signifies empowerment and equality to Muslim women and mentions their participation in the Rio Olympics
Media note: Anthropocene Working Group (AWG)
The Working Group on the 'Anthropocene' (AWG), which includes University of Leicester geologists, will provide its summary of evidence and its provisional recommendations on a potential new geological time interval at the 35th International Geological Congress in South Africa between 27 August - 4 September
Research highlights how glass was a ‘symbol of power’ to ancient cultures
Dr Chloe Duckworth from University of Leicester outlines how power and prestige drove ancient technology
Graduate Social Enterprise recognised in International Journal
Positive results of addiction recovery programme highlighted
University of Leicester to be part of regional hub for postgraduate training
University of Warwick to lead ESRC’s Midlands Graduate School Doctoral Training Partnership
Gender relations in bars and nightclubs explored in new exhibition
Artwork by University of Leicester researchers featured in new exhibition as part of Liverpool Biennial art festival
Expert comment: Understanding how wildfires impact ecosystems could improve predictions of future climate changes
Dr Kirsten Barrett from the University of Leicester discusses the impact of wildfires on society and climate in southern Siberia
Expert comment: ‘Hijacking’ of religious symbols by extremists intensifies rifts and tensions
Dr Saeeda Shah from the University of Leicester discusses how Islamic symbols are distorted through extremism
Joe Orton’s Loot: 50 Years On
Joe Orton's celebrated and controversial play Loot explored by his friends, family and fans 50 years after its London premiere
Artist Faiza Butt hopes to make a difference in this politically-charged touring art exhibition
Attenborough Arts Centre to host ‘Paracosm’ from 14 October to 18 December
How segregationists sold their message on US television
Midlands3Cities PhD research into white resistance to the civil rights movement provides insights into the rise of white nationalism today
Injured soldiers work with University students in unique archaeological project
UK Forces personnel, who have been injured mentally or physically on operations or in other circumstances, join university students and staff at ancient Roman harbour
15th century Bible used during Richard III reinterment highlights Leicester’s rich heritage
University of Leicester public tours reveal local treasures on Saturday 10 September as part of this year’s Heritage Open Days
