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University involved in international food crop study to address Global Challenges
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Efforts to improve sustainable crop development are being spearheaded by a collaboration between the University of Leicester, the Royal Botanic...
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National Student Survey reveals rise for Leicester
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Efforts made by the University of Leicester to enhance the student experience in response to student feedback has led to its overall student...
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Get to know your brain at Neuroscience events for Brain Awareness Day
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The University will be hosting two events for Brain Awareness Day on Wednesday 15 March.
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Research sheds light on genetic processes underlying meningitis and gastroenteritis
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University of Leicester researchers have developed a computer system to scan large sets of genomes in deadly pathogens
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New £10.4 million research centre will unlock new tests, treatments and cures for people living with rare kidney diseases
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Thousands of people living with rare kidney disease will have access to improved diagnostics, treatments and potentially cures, thanks to the...
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Scientists explore the latest developments in brain research with a free event as part of Brain Awareness Day
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Our University is to host a free event which coincides with a global initiative aimed at raising awareness of neurological research.
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Leicester scientists in discovery of new type of plant
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Dr James Higgins from our Department of Genetics and Genome Biology has been involved in the discovery of a new type of plant growing in Shetland.
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Genomic sequencing confirms breast cancer link between Leicester sisters
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Two Leicester sisters who had their entire genomes sequenced in the hope of finding answers to their family history of breast cancer have learnt...
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University of Leicester launches five new Research Institutes
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University of Leicester launches five new Research Institutes to change the world and tackle today’s most pressing challenges.
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Academics bring expertise to Brexit debate
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As the potentially historic EU referendum draws closer and voters consider whether Britain should leave or remain part of the European Union,...