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National education leader joins University of Leicester’s governing body
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A leading national figure in Higher Education has joined the University of Leicester’s governing body to help it shape its future direction.
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Trees in tropical logged forests release carbon at greater rate despite faster growth, study finds
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University of Leicester-led research focusing on the carbon dioxide produced by tree stems shows that individual trees in tropical forests...
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The father of DNA fingerprinting pays tribute to a team effort
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The man who discovered DNA genetic fingerprinting has paid tribute to two of his former University of Leicester colleagues who played a key role...
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Celebrating 40 years of DNA fingerprinting
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Today (10 September) marks the 40th anniversary of a ground-breaking discovery that transformed the way criminal investigations were carried out:...
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New physiotherapy clinic is lasting legacy to well-loved member of staff
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The family of Jo Williams, whose name is behind a new physiotherapy clinic at the University of Leicester, have said how moved they are by the...
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Pilot programme for patients with Chronic Kidney Disease will be expanded following its success
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A pilot programme for people living with Chronic Kidney Disease in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland (LLR) is helping to revolutionise patient...
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“An amazing few days†– Leicester’s rise up the Guardian rankings completes a hat-trick of good news
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Â鶹APP is celebrating a hat-trick of good news within the space of a few days following a rise in the 2025 Guardian...
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New Institute to bolster research among Leicester’s Health and Care professionals
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A new institute has been launched to radically boost the number of research opportunities available to Leicester’s nurses, midwives, allied health...
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Explore University of Leicester’s distinctive buildings and Sue Townsend treasures
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The public will have the chance to examine treasures from the Sue Townsend archive and explore the University of Leicester’s characterful...
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Memoir explores complexities of discipline and bullying in UK schooling
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Dr Jonathan Taylor is set to release a new book, A Physical Education: On Bullying, Discipline & Other Lessons