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Award recognises pivotal role in UK space science
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Professor Alan Wells (pictured) from the Department of Physics and Astronomy has been honoured by the Royal Astronomical Society with the 2016...
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Archaeologists recover Iron Age pottery at site in Welford
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University of Leicester Archaeological Services (ULAS) has carried out an archaeological excavation of an Iron Age settlement at Newlands Road in...
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Hard evidence for a human-driven Earth
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The evidence for a new geological epoch which marks the impact of human activity on the Earth is now overwhelming, according to a recent paper by...
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Students lightbulb moment helps capture stunning images at supersonic speeds
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A Leicester Engineering student has taken his handyman skills to a new level by repairing a piece of legacy teaching equipment using materials...
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Economist featured in Financial Times front page story
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Professor Panicos Demetriades (pictured) from the Department of Economics has been featured in the front page article of the Financial Times...
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Leicester partners with leading food manufacturer to drive innovation
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A leading British food manufacturer is harnessing the expertise of Leicester scientists to bring innovation and academic insight into its...
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Study suggests ancient communities resisted farming practices
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Research involving Leicester researchers has uncovered new evidence of lifestyles thousands of years ago.
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Leicester geologist features in international research publication
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The work of Leicester geologist Richard Walker features in a new online publication by The Geological Society of America.
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New study provides insights into complexities of gender at work
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Men in typically female-dominated occupations tend to value the social aspects of their career over financial rewards, the findings of a study by...
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Talking points a range of topical issues tackled by academics 17 December 6 January
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Dr Athina Karatzogianni from the Department of Media and Communication has written an article for Think: Leicester discussing how social media...