June 2021 news

Leading light in region’s covid-19 vaccine programme honoured by º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ

One of the leading lights in the covid-19 vaccine programme for Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland (LLR) is to be awarded an honorary degree by º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ.
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º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ researchers part of £7.3m project that will create the first-ever manufacturing cyber-seed

The first-ever manufacturing ‘cyber seed’ which grows just like a plant and produces innovative designs for products ranging from aircraft parts to medical devices has been conceptualised by researchers – and now it is being brought to life.
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Institute of Advanced Studies announces finale of its Annual Theme, Time: Living in the Anthropocene: How to Deal with a New Epoch

The IAS is delighted to announce the fourth and final event of its 2020-21 Annual Theme on Time, entitled Living in the Anthropocene: How to Deal with a New Epoch, which will take place on Thursday 24 June, 3pm-5.30pm.

One Britain One Nation Day is the perfect vehicle for the government’s values campaign

The UK government has officially endorsed the celebration of June 25 as One Britain, One Nation (OBON) Day.

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º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ students design children’s books tackling tough issues and asking big questions

Three Graphic Design students have created books for children that tackle topics including dementia, the importance of accepting people who are different to us, and why we should be encouraged to think outside the box.

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GB legend Bates becomes new Lightning Wheelchair Basketball coach

º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ has secured a major coup with the appointment of Great Britain’s George Bates as Head Coach of the new Lightning Wheelchair Basketball team.

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Barbour checks in as new Performance Analysis Lead

º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ Sport are delighted to announce that Simon Barbour will be joining its team as the new Performance Analysis Lead.

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Textiles student creates playful installation for children with multi-sensory impairments as part of her final-year project

A final-year Textiles student has created an interactive play experience for children with special educational needs.

Eva Shaw in action

º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ tennis players dominate Championships as Wimbledon beckons

º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ’s National Tennis Academy (LUNTA) enjoyed great success at the recent Youth National Championships, with four of its players securing the chance to perform at Wimbledon later this year.

Izzy Petter has been selected for Team GB's women's hockey squad

Large º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ cohort selected for Team GB Olympic hockey squads

º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ will once again be well represented in Team GB’s hockey squads for this summer’s Olympic Games in Tokyo.

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º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ Lightning crowned 2021 VNSL champions

º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ Lightning made history on Sunday night claiming their first ever Vitality Netball Superleague title with a triumphant 49 - 32 victory over Team Bath.

Breakthrough in 3D scanning means results are 4500% more accurate

Scientists have created a new method for increasing the precision of 3D body scans by 4500%.
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º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ football merger creates new Lightning team

Two of º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ’s top-performing women’s football sides have merged to create a brand-new Lightning football team.

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University’s Design, Creative Arts and Architecture Digital Showcase now available online

To complement the University’s physical Degree Shows, the projects of over 600 graduands specialising in Creative Arts, Design and Architecture can now be viewed online on a dedicated website.

º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ receives international recognition for pioneering building project

A landmark building scheme has scooped a prestigious global award at a virtual ceremony.
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Bumble’s week off: employees suffering from burnout need more than an extra holiday

After a busy year involving a rise in customers, a stock market debut and all the pressures that come with a global pandemic, the dating app Bumble recently announced that all staff would be given a week off work.
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Did England's World Cup 2018 shoot-out win lift the penalty hoodoo? (VIDEO)

As England step up preparations for this evening’s Euro 2020 last-16 match against Germany, the eyes of the nation – and the world – will be on London's Wembley Stadium.

º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ-led project to help guide national rollout of Electric Vehicle chargepoints

A new º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ-led study will be examining the use of existing Electric Vehicle (EV) chargepoint networks to help guide their widespread introduction across the UK.

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Peter Harrison

It is with great sadness we announce that Peter Harrison CBE passed away on 18 June 2021. Peter was one of the University’s most loyal and generous donors.

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New appointments and members for University Council

At the latest meeting of University Council, the appointment of two Pro-Chancellors and three new lay members was approved.
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Winners of the Design and Creative Arts Enterprise Awards announced

The awards, given out annually, recognise talented students from different disciplines and are given out at the Degree Show.

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º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ student wins global prize for clean cooking innovation

Tommy Ross has beaten competition from around the world to win bronze in the Grand Final of the Efficiency for Access Design Challenge.

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Lightning Cycling announced as an official Elite Development Team

º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ Lightning is thrilled to announce that it has been awarded Elite Development Team status by British Cycling.

Bekah Walton in action

º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ Students selected for U23 European Championships

Thirteen current º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ students have been selected to compete for their respective countries at the European U23 Athletics Championships, taking place between the 8th and 11th July in Tallinn, Estonia.

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School of Design and Creative Arts award winners announced

Awards are given at the end of the year to students from various year groups and art disciplines, celebrating their achievements and identifying them as upcoming talent.