January
Leicester scientist features in Canadian-British documentary providing new insights into life and death of Jumbo the elephant
University of Leicester archaeologist Dr Richard Thomas provides expertise to upcoming Canadian Broadcast Corporation documentary on 7 January 2018
Scientists home in on a potential Anthropocene ‘Golden Spike’
Anthropocene Working Group led by University of Leicester scientists and invited specialists review the potential settings where a global reference section for the Anthropocene might be searched for
Written in the stars? TV and radio science presenter Professor Jim Al-Khalili to discuss the role of determinism in our universe
University of Leicester to host the Institute of Physics 2018 Prestige Lecture on Tuesday 16 January
Free online course to offer insights into Leicester City Football Club’s historic Premier League win
University of Leicester, De Montfort University, Leicester City Football Club and FutureLearn to offer online course exploring football origins, fandom, politics and the effect of the club’s historic 2015/16 season
Retailers and academics join government effort to tackle acid attacks
University of Leicester criminologists to research motivations behind acid attacks
Prolonged periods of sedentary time strongly associated with amount of fat around internal organs
Issued by Leicester's hospitals
Researchers create novel compound targeting melanoma cells
International collaboration including University of Leicester develops new compound
Leicester space scientist receives prestigious award from Royal Astronomical Society
Professor Emma Bunce from the University of Leicester awarded Chapman Medal for outstanding research into gas giant planets
Forthcoming Professorial Inaugural lectures at the University of Leicester announced for spring 2018
Academics share insights on their areas of expertise
Billion pound boost for East Midlands from international students
New study assesses economic impact of global recruitment by region’s universities
University of Leicester event to unravel Europe’s ‘migration crisis’
Professor Heaven Crawley to share first-hand experiences of migrants detailed in a new book at free public talk on 17 January
SOUTH AFRICA – AFRICA’S LOST LEADER?
New study challenges perception of country as dominant power in Africa
Enterprising University of Leicester PhD researchers praised for financial planning
Students win award at UK final of enterprise skills competition
Project to help refugees, asylum seekers and other marginalised communities represent their experiences through games
University of Leicester research to counteract negative representations of migration in Europe by developing toolkit for digital storytelling and game design
Public invited to explore what it means 'to be at home'
Event explores issues surrounding inclusion and belonging
University of Leicester Fellowships support the creative economy
The Museums Association and Phoenix to benefit from two Creative Economy Engagement Fellowships awarded to the University
New film reveals challenges behind lifting and conserving a Roman mosaic
University of Leicester archaeologists explain how a Roman mosaic found in Leicester was successfully lifted and conserved
University of Leicester researcher joins nationwide initiative to increase BAME representation in Parliament
Yewande Okuleye will be shadowing Liberal Democrat Tom Brake MP as part of ‘Operation Black Vote’ MP Shadowing Scheme
New framework for mental ill health launched
University of Leicester academic attends conference on report offering a new perspective on why people experience mental distress
Work-life balance supports can improve employee well-being
Study by University of Leicester and Norwich Business School reveals how flexible working arrangements can increase satisfaction and reduce anxiety and depression
Achieving a work-life balance in the scientific field
University of Leicester debate to shed light on the importance of flexibility and support for employees
Major European grant for research into rare diseases
University of Leicester co-leads international consortium to undertake diagnostics of the future
Menopause policy in the workplace is focus of national conference
Experts from first University in UK with a menopause policy to showcase their Government report and discuss its impact
PhD research graduates to share cutting-edge research at first Doctoral Inaugural Lectures of 2018
Academics from the University of Leicester will present and discuss their research on 31 January
Top 100 UK employers increasingly target students from University of Leicester
Leicester climbs to highest ever position among top 25 UK universities targeted by leading employers
University of Leicester Lecturer working with British Council to empower women in Vietnam
Academic supports development of sustainable craft industries
Largest study of UK online sex work highlights income, diversity, job satisfaction and challenges faced by workforce
‘Beyond the Gaze’ research by Universities of Leicester and Strathclyde looks ‘behind the screen’ at the working conditions, safety & policing of online sex work
Tomorrow’s World presenter and Leicester Tigers chairman among outstanding individuals honoured by University of Leicester
Graduation ceremonies on 25 and 26 January recognise five prominent Leicester and Leicestershire personalities
Rare 450 million year-old ‘cone-shaped’ fossil offers enigmatic glimpse into ancient past
International team including University of Leicester researchers discover unique fossil of mysterious creature from the Ordovician period
Gender equality in sports governance boards to be explored by University of Leicester researcher
University of Leicester to work with five European countries to improve women’s accessibility to governing boards in sports federations
Leicester scientists help to drive technological revolution in developing electric vehicles
University of Leicester team address battery challenges that will ultimately increase the impact of batteries in improving air quality and decarbonisation
Local archives receive national accreditation
University of Leicester Library Archives and Record Office for Leicestershire, Leicester and Rutland recognised for good performance in all areas of archive service delivery
Former Universities and Science Minister David Willetts in panel debate at University of Leicester
Public invited to join discussion on the role of universities and challenges they face
‘Be the best that you can be - don’t let others define you’
Inspiring address by former Tomorrow’s World presenter at University of Leicester degree congregation
University of Leicester ranked as Top 50 UK employer for equality by Stonewall
Leicester is ranked 44th in the country in Stonewall’s Top 100 Employers list, which showcases the most inclusive employers for lesbian, gay, bi and trans staff
Experienced psychologist reflects on clinical work with gender variant children and adolescents
Dr Bernadette Wren will deliver University of Leicester’s Psychology Cultures seminar on Tuesday 6 February
Reach for the stars with University of Leicester at GREAT Festival of Innovation 2018
Event in Hong Kong from 21-24 March will explore the opportunities of space science
Students learn ‘How to Adult’ at University of Leicester Students’ Union
Leicester Students’ Union launches online resource to help students prepare for ‘adulting’ in the real world
Go-ahead given for business school in new city location and state-of-the-art student facilities
Key developments in University of Leicester’s £500 million estates investment programme receive planning approval
Students called upon to help tackle gender and sexual violence on university campuses worldwide
University of Leicester joins Students’ Union in harnessing student insight from 1 – 9 February
