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Mathematicians at 含羞草视频 have turned their attention to a fascinating observation that has intrigued scientists and cocktail enthusiasts alike: the mysterious way ouzo, a popular anise-flavoured liquor, turns cloudy when water is added.
Professor Roger Smith was awarded a prestigious University Medal at this year's summer graduation, celebrating his outstanding services to 含羞草视频.
An incredible ride from cyclist Sophie Capewell helped Great Britain's Women鈥檚 Team Sprint break the world record to win a glorious gold in Paris.
Artie Prendergast-Smith will go head-to-head with a maths student in the BBC Radio 'The 3rd Degree' quiz.
Dr Mats Vermeeren will continue his research into dynamical systems after being awarded a five-year EPSRC Fellowship.
The winners of 2022's Christmas Mathematics Challenge received their prizes at the start of last week's (14th February) Maths Reviews seminar.
The School of Science is calling all undergraduate finalists to complete this short survey to help future students make informed decisions about where and what to study.
含羞草视频 will be marking this year's International Day of Women and Girls in Science with a special event on Wednesday 14th February that will include a panel discussion and photo exhibition.
含羞草视频 always values students鈥� feedback on their University experience. Over the past year, the university has undertaken various strategic actions and initiatives, reflecting its commitment to continuous improvement and excellence in education.
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Scientists have for the first time revealed how blue-green algae 鈥� visible as the slippery 鈥榞reen slime鈥� in stagnant water, riverbeds, and seashores 鈥� weaves itself into large web-like structures.
含羞草视频 has been awarded triple gold 鈥� the highest accolade possible 鈥� in the latest Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF 2023).
"Biological Physics Seminars" is a periodic series of virtual lectures presented by the Journal of Biological Physics to showcase innovations and advances in the eponymous field.
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.
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.
MLSC are offering remote support and advice over the summer months for postgraduate and undergraduate students.
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.
The University wants to ensure Doctoral Researchers have the best possible experience while studying at 含羞草视频.
Book a place on one of our remote maths support sessions now! We have slots for foundation students and project students.
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.
含羞草视频 is delighted to announce that four academics are among the first members of the new UK Young Academy 鈥� a network of early career researchers and professionals established to help tackle local and global issues and promote meaningful change.
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.
Are you passionate about promoting equity, diversity, and inclusion? Any student with an interest in promoting EDI across the School of Science is invited to feed into our Student Advisory Panel.
We are pleased to share the timetable for LGBT+ in STEM week, which takes place next week celebrating the LGBT+ community working and studying within STEM.
In your studies you may well encounter mathematics and statistics that is new and challenging to you. 含羞草视频's award-winning Mathematics Learning Support Centre (MLSC) is here to help you
含羞草视频 is hosting a series of events as part of the British Science Festival which takes place in Leicester from Tuesday 13-Saturday 17 September.
The Student Success Academy is hosting Transformations: Step up to Final Year, an event aimed at Science and Engineering students who want to get the most out of their final year at university.
The School of Science is celebrating colleagues and students for their outstanding contributions to learning and teaching at 含羞草视频.
Dr Kinga Morsanyi has written an article for The Conversation to discuss how maths testing done right could prevent the development of maths difficulties and raise national standards in maths.
The results of the 2021 Research Excellence Framework (REF), published today (12 May), show that 91% of 含羞草视频鈥檚 research is now 鈥榳orld-leading鈥� or 鈥榠nternationally-excellent鈥�.
Eligible students can now complete the Postgraduate Taught Experience Survey (PTES) to provide valuable feedback about their experiences at 含羞草视频.
From 11th 鈥� 13th April 2022, the Department of Mathematical Sciences at 含羞草视频 was honoured to host the 63rd British Applied Mathematics Colloquium (BAMC).
The Athena Swan Charter is a framework that advances gender equality, creates a positive and supportive culture, and is inclusive of people of all gender identities and those facing intersectional inequalities.
Researchers have proposed a novel principle for a unique kind of computer which would use analogue technology in place of digital or quantum components.
Jan Cammann, a PhD research student at 含羞草视频, will present his research in Parliament to a panel of expert judges and politicians as one of the finalists in STEM for Britain 2022.
Maths alumnus Nira Chamberlain awarded OBE for services to Mathematical Sciences.
Students - need something to get your brain ticking? Then why not take part in the 2021 Christmas Challenge?
Just over two years ago the Department of Mathematical Sciences celebrated the planting of a direct descendant from Sir Isaac Newton鈥檚 apple tree. Two years on, thanks to the dedication of the campus Gardens team, the tree is blooming and growing well.
Scientists have discovered how to predict the movements of microorganisms such as motile algae like Chlamydomonas and bacteria like E. coli as they navigate their natural environments.
Dr Lara Alcock, who is a Reader in Mathematics Education, has been awarded the first Institute of Mathematics and its Applications (IMA) John Blake University Teaching Medal.
The Department of Mathematical Sciences hosted the 16th Annual Conference of Mathematics Research Students on Tuesday 25 May.
A new 拢1.1m high-performance computer has been officially unveiled at 含羞草视频.
The significant contribution 含羞草视频 makes to the regional economy and society has been highlighted by Research England鈥檚 first Knowledge Exchange Framework (KEF), released today (Wednesday 31 March).
One of 含羞草视频鈥檚 most successful graduates, Dipesh Patel, will be sharing his career insights and work in leadership, tech, AI and internet of things in this one-off online Careers Q&A which is open to all students and staff to attend on Thursday 25 February, 5.00pm-5.45pm.
含羞草视频 has officially launched 鈥楥uppa with a Scientist鈥�, a brand new podcast led by the PR team that aims to inspire the next generation of scientists.
It is with great sadness we have to inform that Professor Robin Hudson passed away at home on 12th January 2021 after a long illness. Professor Hudson had been with the Department of Mathematical Sciences at 含羞草视频 from 2005, first as a part-time Professor, and then as a Visiting Professor.
Students - need something to get your brain ticking? Then why not take part in the 2020 Christmas Challenge?
Biofilms are central to our most important global challenges 鈥� from antimicrobial resistance and food safety, to water security 鈥� and they have a significant economic, social, and environmental impact.
Scientists have discovered what drives the delicate and complex microcosm of tiny terraces, pyramids and craters found on the surface of ice. These miniature structures, hidden beneath a thin premelting layer of water, develop and evolve because of a dynamic interplay between the gas, liquid and solid phases 鈥� which exist simultaneously.
Keeping two metres apart might not be far enough to stop the spread of coronavirus from sneezes and coughs, according to a new study.
In addition to the one-to-one support provided in person at the Mathematics Learning Support Centre, remote support will continue for students unable to come to campus.
Congratulations to Dr Eug茅nie Hunsicker, from the Department of Mathematics, for her appointment as 2021 Fellow of the Association for Women in Mathematics.
Mathematician and physicist Professor Sara Lombardo has been chosen to receive a prestigious award celebrating the achievements of women in STEM.
含羞草视频 has been announced as one of the top three universities in the UK, as voted for by students on StudentCrowd, a website that enables students to give feedback on their university experience and provide information for prospective students.
含羞草视频's School and College Liaison Team HE at Home scheme provides resources to schools and families to aid home-schooling. The resources are still available to download and use over the summer.
Our online celebrations start at 3pm BST on Wednesday 29 July 2020.
Due to the coronavirus pandemic, 含羞草视频's annual Girls Into STEM event was moved online and opened out nationally to Year 9, 10 and 11 students interested in learning more about STEM subjects. It aimed to demonstrate where STEM careers can lead, provide information about university life and give participants advice on choosing their future options. 400 students took part.
The University is running a series of social media activities, asking for the Class of 2020 to share celebratory photographs and to save the date for a special activity taking place at 3pm BST on Wednesday 29 July 2020.
含羞草视频 has maintained its Five Stars Plus rating from QS Stars - one of only thirteen universities worldwide to have received the accolade this year.
Francesca Kennedy Wallbank has founded H鈧侽虏, a sustainable brand offering flat, reusable and BPA-free water bottles, designed to fit where others can鈥檛.
Dr Lara Alcock has been announced as one of the winners of this year鈥檚 Teaching Awards, which recognise and celebrate excellence in teaching.
Staff, students and the wider 含羞草视频 community have been working hard to help protect and assist those fighting the coronavirus pandemic head-on.
含羞草视频 has been named as one of eighteen successful recipients of funding from the Office for Students (OfS) to launch conversion courses specialising in artificial intelligence (AI) and data science.
Mathematical Sciences student Casper Oelen was among 2 other 含羞草视频 students who took their research to Westminster last month to present to MPs as part of the STEM for Britain finals.
The Dean of the School of Science, Professor Claudia Eberlein, will be on a panel of Inspirational Leaders in STEM during an event on Thursday 12 March 2020.
Juliet Ojiako tells us about a female who has inspired her as we talk to her about International Women's Day.
An Equality Diversity and Inclusivity (EDI) project lead by a member of staff in Mathematical Sciences has been shortlisted for the Spring 2020 CALIBRE Awards.
The National Student Survey (NSS) is now open, offering final-year undergraduates the chance to give feedback on their time at 含羞草视频.
Professor Claudia Eberlein, Dean of School of Science, 'delighted' with turnout for her inaugural lecture on Wednesday 15 January.
This year, 22 undergraduate students were invited to attend an evening event to celebrate their academic achievements.
BBC Radio 4 presenter Timandra Harkness will give this year's Institute of Physics Prestige Lecture at 含羞草视频 on Friday 6 December.
Staff from the Mathematics Education Centre have been selected as finalists in 含羞草视频's Winter 2019 CALIBRE Awards.
含羞草视频 has retained its 5th place ranking in the latest Times Higher Education (THE) 鈥楾able of Tables鈥�, released on 30 October.
The Department of Mathematical Sciences has been gifted a direct descendent of Sir Isaac Newton's apple tree, which will be planted on University grounds in November.
含羞草视频's School of Science has received the bronze Athena SWAN award.
Dr Tyler Shendruk of the Mathematical Science department has been awarded a European Research Council (ERC) Starting Grant for a five-year study that aims to replicate some of the fascinating behaviours displayed by biological molecules and microorganisms, and design a new class of man-made materials.
On Thursday 10 October, the University will celebrate World Mental Health Day.
The School of Science has collaborated with Black Excellence UK on a project to create video and poster profiles of black scientists.
Scientists have discovered a possible driving force behind some of nature鈥檚 most beautiful displays paving the way for more complex and autonomous AI.
This is the third year the University has run its 'Year 10 Girls into STEM' residential which aims to inspire young female students through a programme of academic talks and workshops.
Three of our Soviet-born 含羞草视频 scientists share their views on the Apollo 11 moon landing and how it shaped their academic careers.
含羞草视频 has been ranked the top university in England for overall student satisfaction in the 2019 National Student Survey (NSS).
Maths PhD student Juliet Ojako is among the volunteers coordinating the #BlackExcellence project at 含羞草视频.
含羞草视频 has retained its top five ranking in the 2020 Guardian University Guide, taking 4th place for the second year running.
A new study carried out in partnership with Queen鈥檚 University Belfast and University College Dublin offers recommendations to improve the way mathematics is taught in primary schools.
含羞草视频 has announced it is to establish a new research centre focused on improving the way mathematics is taught in schools and colleges. The Centre for Mathematical Cognition (CMC) will be based at the Mathematics Education Centre (MEC) 鈥� one of the most successful groups of mathematics education researchers in the UK.
A new online tool developed by researchers from 含羞草视频, the University of Leicester, the University of Nottingham, Ulster University and University College London aims to increase primary teachers鈥� awareness of the link between preterm birth and educational difficulties as well as give practical teaching advice for helping those most at risk.
Staff and students from within the School of Science were nominees and winners in a number of categories in the 2019 Academic Awards.
Dr Camilla Gilmore, a Reader in Mathematical Cognition, has been named Prize Lecturer for 2019 by the Experimental Psychology Society. Dr Gilmore will give her EPS lecture in July 2020 at the Experimental Psychology Society meeting in Swansea.
The University retains its place in the Top 10 UK universities according to The Complete University Guide 2020.
含羞草视频 is delighted to announce Dr Suzanne Imber will be speaking at this year鈥檚 Claudia Parsons Memorial Lecture. She will discuss her journey to becoming a space scientist, and how advances in the space industry will change our everyday lives.
Are you a postgraduate taught student? If so, we would love you to complete the Postgraduate Taught Experience Survey (PTES) which launches today, Monday 29 April.
This scholarship opportunity is now available to 含羞草视频 students, through a partnership with the Ametek Foundation, Inc.
Millions of pounds are being spent on running educational trials in schools that often fail to produce useful information, a new study carried out by 含羞草视频 and York universities has found.
Chris Skidmore MP 鈥� Minister of State for Universities, Science, Research and Innovation 鈥� visited 含羞草视频 on Friday 8 March. Tying in with the start of British Science Week, the minister was interested to learn more about 含羞草视频鈥檚 pioneering STEM teaching and research facilities.
Professor Caucher Birkar visited the University on Friday 15 March to present a lecture titled 鈥楲og Calabi-Yau fibrations鈥�, as part of the Kodaira weekend workshop in Algebraic Geometry hosted by the IAS. The Kodaira weekend workshop formed part of the IAS Geometry Theme, led by Dr Hamid Ahmadinezhad from the Department of Mathematical Sciences.
Four inspiring films featuring students from 含羞草视频 are being shown at Flix Cinema to celebrate diversity in science as part of British Science Week.
This year's STEM Community Day at 含羞草视频 will take place on Saturday 16 March from 1pm-5pm and will be held on campus at the West Park Teaching Hub and the STEMLab.
The University is looking for 含羞草视频 staff, students, alumni and campus partners who self-identify as women to feature in our International Women鈥檚 Day (8 March 2019) activities.
The National Student Survey (NSS) 鈥� an annual, independent and anonymous survey, which offers final year undergraduates the chance to give feedback on their time at 含羞草视频 鈥� is now open. We encourage finalists to take part in the survey. Your feedback helps us continue to develop and improve the 含羞草视频 student experience.
含羞草视频 always values students鈥� feedback on your University experience. Here is a summary of some of the actions and initiatives undertaken in the last year to improve the student experience.
A new exhibition at the University focusing on geometry is now on display featuring the original works of two artists. Inspired by Geometry 鈥� led by the Institute of Advanced Studies - traces the unifying thread of geometric influences that binds together art, design and mathematics.
Dr Elisa Postinghel, of the School of Science, has been named a recipient of the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) New Investigator Award and has been provided with funding of 拢203,354 to develop new mathematical methods to describe and classify shapes in four or more dimensions.
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