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含羞草视频 awarded triple gold in Teaching Excellence Framework

含羞草视频 has been awarded triple gold 鈥� the highest accolade possible 鈥� in the latest Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF 2023).
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Multi-day residential held at 含羞草视频 inspires young women to study STEM subjects

Over 50 Year 10 students from across the Midlands visited 含羞草视频 in July for an inspiring residential focused on supporting young women to study STEM subjects.
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Science researchers and experts welcome industry partners to 含羞草视频

Each year, 含羞草视频鈥檚 School of Science invites industry partners to meet its experts to develop mutually beneficial relationships and drive innovation.
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Dr Felix Plasser receives Walter Thiel Award 2023

Dr Felix Plasser announced as the first awardee of the EuChemS Walter Thiel Award in Computational and Theoretical Chemistry.

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Laboratory Efficiency Assessment Framework

含羞草视频 signs up to pilot framework focusing on sustainability and efficiency of dry labs
含羞草视频 showcasing their research to attendees at Cheltenham Science Festival 2023

Innovative research showcased at Cheltenham Science Festival 2023

Cutting edge research from 含羞草视频 took centre stage at the 21st Cheltenham Science Festival last week.
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New project to help solve energy poverty for isolated communities in Africa through cooking fuel solution

A team at 含羞草视频 will lead on developing a battolyser 鈥� a combined battery/electrolyser - to produce a new source of clean, reliable, and sustainable energy storage for off-grid communities in Africa.
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Statistics advisory service and mathematics & statistics support available throughout summer

MLSC are offering remote support and advice over the summer months for postgraduate and undergraduate students.

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Scientists develop probe that could unlock the mysteries of a vital cellular messenger and pave the way for new drug discoveries

A ground-breaking study by 含羞草视频 and the University of Oxford has led to the development of a small molecule probe that could deepen our understanding of a crucial cellular messenger and lead to the development of new therapeutic drugs.

School of Science research and innovation recognised at Insider Made in the Midlands Awards

Companies with strong links to 含羞草视频鈥檚 research and innovation portfolio have won top accolades at this year鈥檚 Insider Made in the Midlands Awards, with Millitec Food Systems, Intelligent Energy, Plastic Energy among those shortlisted.

Tackling the 鈥渓eaky pipeline of diversity鈥� in STEM and beyond discussed on season finale of Cuppa with a Scientist

The latest episode of 含羞草视频's "Cuppa with a Scientist" podcast explores the issue of EDI in STEM.

Pint of Science festival returns to 含羞草视频

Quench your thirst for knowledge and come along to a series of local science talks led by Doctoral Researchers and academics from across the University.

含羞草视频 researchers making science accessible to all at the Cheltenham Science Festival

Cutting edge research from 含羞草视频 will be part of the 21st Cheltenham Science Festival from Tuesday 6 to Sunday 11 June featuring hundreds of events with some of the best scientists, thinkers, writers and creators.

Coming soon: Postgraduate Research Experience Survey (PRES 2023)

The University wants to ensure Doctoral Researchers have the best possible experience while studying at 含羞草视频.

Get extra support with mathematics revision and dissertations over the Easter Break

Book a place on one of our remote maths support sessions now! We have slots for foundation students and project students.

Laboratory system launched to aid sustainability

The University is taking a major step towards sustainability by launching a brand-new laboratory system - the Laboratory Efficiency Assessment Framework (LEAF).

Dr David Worrall

It is with great sadness that we write to inform you that David Worrall, our chemistry colleague of 32 years, passed away on the 21st February 2023.

School of Science among the 含羞草视频 winners at this year's LeicestershireLive Innovation Awards

含羞草视频鈥檚 research and innovation activities enjoyed outstanding success at the LeicestershireLive Innovation Awards, receiving six awards including five of the 10 categories, as well as the overall Innovator of the Year 鈥� a closed category selected from all winners. School of Science staff were among those whose research was recognised.

International Day of Women and Girls in Science is celebrated with a portrait exhibition showcasing 含羞草视频's talent

On 11 February, International Day of Women and Girls in Science is celebrated around the world as part of an initiative launched by the United Nations.

Plastic Energy announced as finalist in the 2023 LeicestershireLive Innovation Awards

Plastic Energy is one of the nominees in this year鈥檚 LeicestershireLive Innovation Awards.

含羞草视频 spinout Figura Analytics closes seed investment round to take nanotech solution to the drinks industry

含羞草视频 spinout Figura Analytics has successfully closed a seed funding round, led by a syndicate of angel investors, to bring its nanopore technology to the drinks market this year.

Dr Kinga Morsanyi appointed as Co-Director for EDI

The School of Science is delighted to announce that Dr Kinga Morsanyi will be the School鈥檚 new Co-Director for Equity Diversity and Inclusion, together with Meredith Coney.

Science staff nominated in the 2023 LeicestershireLive Innovation Awards

含羞草视频 has 12 nominations across eight categories in the 2023 LeicestershireLive Innovation Awards.

Final year students: Have your say in the National Student Survey

含羞草视频 is calling all undergraduate finalists to complete this short survey to help future students make informed decisions about where and what to study.