May 2023 news

Price growth for homes in high flood risk zones up to 50% lower than those in unexposed areas

Properties exposed to flooding experience up to 50% slower price growth compared to unexposed properties.

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Fruit Routes announces new coordinator and Spring Walk

Fruit Routes has announced Leicestershire based artist, Mita Solanky as its new Artist Coordinator.

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Celebrate our student arts scholars at upcoming LU Arts concert

A special performance featuring some of the University’s most talented students will take place at Martin Hall Theatre next week.

How Erdoğan framed his science and tech ‘great achievements’ as part of election campaign

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has ruled Turkey for the last 21 years. In the first few terms of his rule, Turkey experienced significant economic growth and a reduction in inequality. This was widely believed to be a reason for Erdoğan’s long-term popularity.
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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 º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ 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.

New project to help solve energy poverty for isolated communities in Africa through cooking fuel solution

º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ and the Consortium for Battery Innovation are working together to pair advanced lead batteries with green hydrogen to deliver a new source of clean, reliable, and sustainable energy storage for off-grid communities in Africa.

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Technology is radically changing sleep as we know it

From sleep trackers to wakefulness drugs, the 21st century has seen an influx of new technology that could radically alter the way we sleep.

º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ researchers help science come to life at the Summer Science Exhibition 2023

º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ researchers are bringing to life science and technology that will revolutionise rehabilitation as part of the Royal Society’s Summer Science Exhibition from 4-9 July.
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Lightning’s Williams named in England Netball’s World Cup squad

º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ Lightning’s Fran Williams has been selected in the Vitality Roses squad for the upcoming Netball World Cup in Cape Town, South Africa.

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Huge success for º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ at Rugby Players Association (RPA) awards

º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ-linked rugby players collected numerous accolades at this year’s Rugby Players Association (RPA) Awards, cementing the University’s first-class reputation of developing athletes in the sport.

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Develop your entrepreneurial skills and learn how ideas can be commercialised

The Your Entrepreneurs Scheme (YES) offers a unique opportunity for Doctoral Researchers, Technicians or Research/Knowledge Exchange staff to gain ‘hands on’ insights into the world of business start-ups.
º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ Lightning's Maddie Martin will make her international debut at the WBF World Championships in Dubai.

Lightning Wheelchair Basketball trio called-up to GB World Championships squad

º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ Lightning Wheelchair Basketball trio Lucy Robinson, Siobhán Fitzpatrick, and Maddie Martin have all been called up to the Great Britain Women’s squad for the delayed 2022 IWBF World Championships in Dubai.

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º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ Cycling Festival returns to campus

The next generation of UK’s elite cyclists will once again showcase their talents in the region as the º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ Cycling Festival returns on Sunday 28 May.

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º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ researcher attends United Nations meeting

A researcher from º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ has shared their expertise alongside global experts at a high-level meeting held at the United Nations (UN) headquarters in New York last week.
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Martin Webdale announced as º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ Students RFC Head Coach

º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ Students RFC are delighted to announce that Martin Webdale will be staying on as Head Coach of the programme in a full-time position ahead of the 2023-24 season.

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º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ Community Donations Fund 2023 opens for bids

º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ is pleased to invite community groups and organisations local to its East Midlands and London campuses to bid for funding from its Community Donations Fund.
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Outstanding Professional Services team among finalists of the EM PA Awards 2023

Three of the University’s many Professional Services staff have been recognised for the incredible job they do.
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º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ to host online Freedom School for BAME postgraduate students and Doctoral Researchers in the UK

º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ is set to host an online 'Freedom School' for Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic (BAME) postgraduate students and doctoral researchers based in the UK.

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Branching Out: º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ’s Radar collaborates with MK Gallery

Radar and MK Gallery in Milton Keynes are working together on a workshop-led programme, ‘Branching Out’, that explores the social and cultural value of trees.
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Curious about a degree in engineering? Year 11 students invited to upcoming Experience Day at º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ

If you are a motivated and determined person with a desire to create, design and innovate, why not see if an Engineering degree is right for you?

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Warner-Judd books place at World Championships after winning 10,000m title

Jessica Warner-Judd has qualified for this year’s World Championships after winning back-to-back titles at the Night of 10,000m PBs fixture hosted in London.

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Outside the Lines: Student-led literary festival hopes to embrace diversity within º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ community

From 29 May-3 June, º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ master’s students are running ‘Outside the Lines’, a literary festival to celebrate diversity in º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ.
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Visit the Volunteering, Displacement and Livelihoods exhibition on campus

This exhibition, running 19 June-4 July in the Martin Hall Exhibition Space, showcases original photographs taken by young refugees in Uganda.

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º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ student named overall winner of the Batsford Prize 2023

º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ student Alivia Hoy won the overall prize and the Fine Art category prize at the Batsford Prize 2023 competition.
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Take part in the LU Arts Tree of Life pottery weekend

Join LU Arts for a pottery weekend and make your very own Tree of Life.