Research newsDe Montfort University (DMU), Leicester, UK offers a whole range of undergraduate, postgraduate and research courses. View our courses, book a visit and moreContensis: http://www.contentmanagement.co.ukhttp://live-dmu.cloud.contensis.com/research/research-news/research-news.aspx?SyndicationType=22024-03-28T18:22:09ZDMU research suggests 10-year-olds lose sleep to check social mediaChristopher ThundowDe Montfort University (DMU), Leicester, UK offers a whole range of undergraduate, postgraduate and research courses. View our courses, book a visit and more2022-10-04T15:48:00Z2022-10-04T16:01:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2022/dmu-research-suggests-10-year-olds-lose-sleep-to-check-social-media.aspxNurses urged by expert to claim cash back for washing uniforms at homeAimi FrancisAs the cost of living crisis deepens, a microbiology expert from De Montfort University Leicester (DMU) is urging healthcare works to claim back the cost of washing uniforms at home.2022-10-04T15:48:00Z2023-07-07T17:49:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2022/nurses-urged-by-expert-to-claim-cash-back-for-washing-uniforms-at-home.aspxDiabetes risk assessments stopped during the pandemic and vital work needs to continue, says DMU academicChristopher ThundowA team of volunteers and academics from De Montfort University Leicester (DMU) have been undertaking a raft of activities to increase awareness and knowledge of diabetes in the community.2022-10-04T15:43:00Z2022-10-04T15:43:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2022/diabetes-risk-assessments-stopped-during-the-pandemic-and-vital-work-needs-to-continue-says-dmu-academic.aspxResearch aims to create the ultimate bra for women with breast cancerDaniel ColeA DMU research campaign to create lingerie offering the right support and comfort for women undergoing treatment for breast cancer has been praised by some of the biggest bra manufacturers in the UK.2019-12-20T11:46:00Z2020-01-06T12:15:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2019/december/research-aims-to-create-the-ultimate-bra-for-women-with-breast-cancer.aspxDMU student wins scholarship to be part of United Nations climate change summitDaniel ColeMaster's student Alice will attend event in New York in March with guest speaker will be former President Bill Clinton2019-12-20T07:00:00Z2020-01-06T12:15:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2019/december/dmu-student-wins-scholarship-to-be-part-of-united-nations-climate-change-summit.aspxDMU showcases pioneering Pharmacy projectsDaniel ColeAn inaugural showcase event at De Montfort University Leicester (DMU) brought to life how innovative education and research programmes are improving patient care.2019-12-04T10:15:00Z2020-01-06T12:15:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2019/december/dmu-showcases-pioneering-pharmacy-projects.aspxSpecial app to educate children about their type 1 diabetes attracts global interestDaniel ColeAn app created by DMU's Design Unit with Leicester Hospitals Trust is helping children with type 1 diabetes - and attracting interested worldwide2019-12-02T11:52:00Z2020-01-06T12:15:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2019/december/special-app-to-educate-children-about-their-type-1-diabetes-is-hailed-a-great-success.aspxProfessor made a Fellow of the Academy of Social Sciences for her impactful researchDaniel ColeProfessor Jo Richardson's research aims to support more affordable housing and tackle the issue of homelessness in the UK2019-11-20T08:13:00Z2020-01-06T12:14:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2019/november/professor-made-a-fellow-of-the-academy-of-social-sciences-for-her-impactful-research.aspxDMU professor calls for volunteers to help with latest research into diabetesDaniel ColeA professor involved in ground-breaking research into diabetes is appealing for volunteers to help with her latest project at De Montfort University Leicester (DMU).2019-11-18T11:38:00Z2020-01-06T12:14:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2019/november/dmu-professor-calls-for-volunteers-to-help-with-latest-research-into-diabetes.aspxDMU cinema researchers join special screenings as tribute to iconic filmmakerDaniel ColeThe Fall and Tonite Let's All Make Love in London, by Peter Whitehead, will be shown at The ICA in London2019-11-06T19:37:00Z2020-01-06T12:14:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2019/november/dmu-cinema-researchers-join-special-screenings-as-tribute-to-iconic-filmmaker.aspxLifestyle changes can halve risk of life-threatening frailty in old age, new study findsDaniel ColeQuitting smoking and doing more exercise can cut the chances of becoming frail in later years by more than half, according to new research led by De Montfort University Leicester (DMU).2019-10-31T08:15:00Z2019-11-06T14:05:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2019/october/lifestyle-changes-can-halve-risk-of-life-threatening-frailty-in-old-age-new-study-finds.aspxResearch shows foreign nationals are treated unfairly during police interviewsDaniel ColeForeign language speakers may be subject to poor interviewing techniques during interviews with the police in the UK when an interpreter is present, according to a study conducted at De Montfort University Leicester (DMU).2019-10-28T08:15:00Z2019-11-06T14:05:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2019/october/research-shows-foreign-nationals-are-treated-unfairly-during-police-interviews.aspxExpert researcher appointed as advisor to World Health OrganizationDaniel ColeThe World Health Organization (WHO) has appointed an expert from De Montfort University Leicester (DMU) to help shape the future of its work on digital health.2019-10-25T08:15:00Z2019-11-06T14:04:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2019/october/expert-researcher-appointed-as-advisor-to-world-health-organization.aspxExperts meet at DMU to discuss ground breaking research into mental healthDaniel ColeMental health issues faced by people migrating from rural areas to big cities could be addressed after experts in the field from the UK and India gathered to discuss latest research at De Montfort University Leicester (DMU).2019-10-23T09:59:00Z2019-11-06T14:04:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2019/october/experts-meet-at-dmu-to-discuss-ground-breaking-research-into-mental-health.aspxMale breast cancer patients do not receive the same support as female patients, says a new studyGavin ManganMen who suffer from hair loss as a result of treatment for breast cancer are often unfairly side-lined because the focus tends to be on women, according to new research.2019-10-01T12:17:00Z2019-10-02T14:09:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2019/october/male-breast-cancer-patients-do-not-receive-the-same-support-as-female-patients-says-a-new-study.aspxAn Academic Life: Professor Rusi Jaspal – exploring identity through his own experiencesDaniel ColeHe's a game-changer in the field of HIV research and gets asked to share his work all over the world, but Rusi Jaspal says it's his multicultural family roots that really helped shape his successful career.2019-09-27T09:09:00Z2019-10-02T09:11:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2019/september/an-academic-life-professor-rusi-jaspal-–-exploring-identity-through-his-own-experiences.aspxWaitrose calls on DMU students to help improve efficiency in storesDaniel ColeEveryday retail challenges faced by Waitrose have been tackled by De Montfort University Leicester (DMU) students during a live brief set by the British supermarket giant.2019-09-16T09:36:00Z2019-10-02T09:11:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2019/september/waitrose-calls-on-dmu-students-to-help-improve-efficiency-in-stores.aspxPsychology and Sexual Health professor recognised for game-changing HIV researchNathaniel Rubyan-LingA researcher who has dedicated his career to eliminating HIV within ethnic minority groups has been recognised with a prestigious accolade that will be presented at the House of Lords.2019-08-29T11:23:00Z2019-09-03T09:21:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2019/august/psychology-and-sexual-health-professor-recognised-or-game-changing-hiv-research.aspx13 things you never knew about LeicesterDaniel ColeAs DMU prepares to welcome thousands of student on to our campus next month, here's 13 things you need to know about Leicester.2019-08-23T07:00:00Z2019-08-30T12:25:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2019/august/13-things-you-never-knew-about-leicester.aspxEgg donors speak out to help other womenDaniel ColeEgg donors have shared their experiences on film to give a real-life insight into donation, as part of an ongoing campaign to educate others about the process.2019-08-21T09:24:00Z2019-08-30T12:25:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2019/august/egg-donors-speak-out-to-help-other-women.aspxNew fellowships awarded for research tackling UN Sustainable Development Goal issuesDaniel ColeResearch to improve the detection of landmines, as well as the way we approach environmental issues, are among the first ever research projects tackling global issues to be awarded funding through a new scheme.2019-08-20T12:23:00Z2019-08-30T12:25:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2019/august/new-fellowships-awarded-for-research-tackling-un-sustainable-development-goal-issues.aspxResearchers turn plastic water bottles into prosthetic limbsDaniel ColeArtificial limbs made out of plastic water bottles could save healthcare providers millions of pounds and help tackle pollution at the same time.2019-08-19T08:36:00Z2019-08-30T12:39:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2019/august/researchers-turn-plastic-water-bottles-into-prosthetic-limbs.aspxExhibition by renowned war photographer comes to DMUDaniel ColeGiles Duley - whose work has found hope in the darkest of times - will also give a talk about his work at The Gallery as part of Journeys Festival International.2019-08-16T11:00:00Z2019-08-30T12:25:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2019/august/exhibition-by-renowned-war-photographer-comes-to-dmu.aspxDMUglobal funds Lydia's New Zealand research tripDaniel ColeA rugby historian from DMU won a scholarship to spend five weeks taking part in new first-hand research in New Zealand.2019-08-12T08:25:00Z2019-08-30T12:25:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2019/august/dmuglobal-funds-lydias-new-zealand-research-trip.aspxResearch examines how ethnic minority boxers shaped the sport in BritainDaniel ColeHidden histories of British boxers will finally be told in a new book being written by a DMU historian.2019-08-08T07:45:00Z2019-08-30T12:25:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2019/august/research-examines-how-ethnic-minority-boxers-shaped-the-sport-in-britain.aspxScientists find a way to reduce sugar in drinksDaniel ColeResearch has shown that increasing the pH level of water could help tackle obesity and health problems caused by high sugar content in drinks.2019-07-23T08:15:00Z2019-08-30T12:24:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2019/july/scientists-find-a-way-to-reduce-sugar-in-drinks.aspxResearch shows humans are attacking artificial intelligence systemsDaniel ColeOnline hackers are increasingly hijacking search engines and social media platforms to carry out cyber attacks, a research group led by De Montfort University Leicester (DMU) has found.2019-07-12T08:00:00Z2019-08-30T12:24:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2019/july/research-shows-humans-are-attacking-artificial-intelligence-systems.aspxDMU researcher helps protect public health following Ebola crisisDaniel ColeA researcher from De Montfort University Leicester (DMU) has been working in Sierra Leone to improve public health standards after the Ebola virus outbreak in 2014 left thousands of citizens there at risk of disease.2019-07-03T09:00:00Z2019-08-30T12:25:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2019/july/dmu-researcher-helps-protect-public-health-following-ebola-crisis.aspxCountdown begins for DMU to take its research and innovation to the worldDaniel ColeThe countdown has begun! Work has officially started on the UK Pavilion in Dubai where De Montfort University Leicester (DMU) will represent British higher education at the world's largest ever trade, culture and technology fairs.2019-06-28T11:09:00Z2019-08-30T12:24:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2019/june/countdown-begins-for-dmu-to-take-its-research-and-innovation-to-the-world.aspxStudent's research into fast fashion wins top prizeDaniel ColeA final-year student has won a top research prize for her work finding out what people think of fast fashion.2019-06-27T09:47:00Z2019-08-30T12:23:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2019/june/students-research-into-fast-fashion-wins-top-prize.aspxResearchers helping police tackle modern slaveryDaniel ColeThe campaign aims to raise awareness of the signs of modern slavery and what to do. Modern slavery is exploitative behaviour that places one person in control of another. It can affect people of any age, gender or race.2019-06-26T12:20:00Z2019-08-30T12:23:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2019/june/research-team-backs-police-modern-slavery-campaign.aspxLeading psychology professor and DMU PVC Research joins Wandsworth Council in advisory roleDaniel ColeA leading psychology expert and the Pro Vice-Chancellor for Research at De Montfort University Leicester (DMU) has been appointed by Wandsworth Council to help tackle social isolation and loneliness.2019-06-26T10:27:00Z2019-08-30T12:24:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2019/june/leading-psychology-professor-and-dmu-pvc-research-joins-wandsworth-council-in-advisory-role.aspxWorld-leading cyber security research praised as DMU named Academic Centre of ExcellenceDaniel ColeDe Montfort University Leicester (DMU) has been recognised for conducting world-leading cyber security research, having been named the East Midlands' first 'Academic Centre of Excellence in Cyber Security Research' (ACE-CSR).2019-06-24T11:30:00Z2019-08-30T12:23:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2019/june/world-leading-cyber-security-research-praised-as-dmu-named-academic-centre-of-excellence.aspxResearch to tackle homelessness highlighted in new reportDaniel ColeThe European End Street Homelessness report, which is released today aims to share the findings of different approaches and create a toolkit of the best ideas and approaches to help people stay off the streets.2019-06-24T08:43:00Z2019-08-30T12:23:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2019/june/research-to-tackle-homelessness-highlighted-in-new-report.aspxResearchers explore how artificial intelligence could impact our lives by 2025Daniel ColeA research project looking at how artificial intelligence (AI) will impact the way we live in the future has offered fresh insights into technologies that could be available in the next six years.2019-06-14T08:00:00Z2019-08-30T12:23:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2019/june/researchers-explore-how-artificial-intelligence-could-impact-our-lives-by-2025.aspxPhD researcher plans to unearth toxic metals in our soilDaniel ColeA mature student at De Montfort University Leicester (DMU) says it's "never too late to learn something new" after his own PhD studies led him to a world-leading science lab in Alcalá de Henares, Madrid.2019-06-07T08:30:00Z2019-08-30T12:24:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2019/june/phd-researcher-plans-to-unearth-toxic-metals-in-our-soil.aspxBill urges Government to review egg freezing rulesDaniel ColeA bill calling for the Government to review the rules governing how long eggs frozen for non-medical reasons can be kept has been introduced today.2019-06-06T17:17:00Z2019-08-30T12:24:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2019/june/bill-urges-government-to-review-egg-freezing-rules.aspxBreast cancer diagnosis prompts Contour Fashion leader to create DMU Medical Forum for proper post-op underwearDaniel ColeFollowing her own breast cancer diagnosis, DMU Contour Fashion leader Gillian Proctor has set up a national Medical Forum to create lingerie that offers the right comfort and support after surgery2019-06-05T14:17:00Z2019-08-30T12:24:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2019/june/breast-cancer-diagnosis-prompts-creation-of-dmu-research-group.aspxDMU researcher joins leading females for Leicester's first Soapbox Science eventDaniel ColeA researcher from De Montfort University Leicester (DMU) will be swapping the lab for a soapbox this Saturday to inspire more people to consider a career in science.2019-05-31T09:00:00Z2019-05-31T15:12:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2019/may/dmu-researcher-joins-leading-females-for-leicesters-first-soapbox-science-event.aspxDMU brings interactive music festival to LeicesterDaniel ColeHands-on opportunities to make artwork by combining sound with visuals are being offered in the city's Cultural Quarter thanks to De Montfort University Leicester (DMU).2019-05-24T08:30:00Z2019-05-24T15:56:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2019/may/dmu-brings-interactive-music-festival-to-leicester.aspxDe Montfort University researchers collaborate with Thinktank Birmingham for latest exhibitionDaniel ColeResearchers at De Montfort University Leicester (DMU) have partnered with Thinktank, Birmingham Science Museum, to provide educational resources that teach children the importance of handwashing.2019-05-24T08:30:00Z2019-05-24T15:56:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2019/may/de-montfort-university-researchers-collaborate-with-thinktank-birmingham-for-latest-exhibition.aspxAcademic designs new app to revolutionise revisionDaniel ColeStudents could be revising more efficiently than ever, thanks to new software designed by a senior lecturer at De Montfort University (DMU).2019-05-15T10:05:00Z2019-05-24T15:56:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2019/may/academic-designs-new-app-to-revolutionise-revision.aspxThe Stephen Lawrence Research Centre opens at DMU – and starts a new national conversation about racism in Britain.Daniel ColeA new national conversation about racism in Britain started right here at DMU on the day the Stephen Lawrence Research Centre was officially opened.2019-05-10T13:41:00Z2019-05-24T15:57:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2019/may/the-stephen-lawrence-research-centre-opens-at-dmu-–-and-starts-a-new-national-conversation-about-racism-in-britain..aspxDMU scientist wins prestigious award for research-led teachingDaniel ColeDr Philippe Wilson has won has been awarded the Joseph Black prize by the Royal Society of Chemistry2019-05-08T10:15:00Z2019-05-24T15:56:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2019/may/dmu-researcher-wins-prestigious-award-for-research-led-teaching.aspxResearcher produces book of poems by prison inmates and their childrenDaniel ColeMoving poems written by prisoners and their children have been published in a new book edited by a De Montfort University Leicester academic.2019-04-29T09:52:00Z2019-05-24T15:56:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2019/may/researcher-publishes-book-of-poems-by-prisoners-and-their-children.aspx'Outstanding' politics lecturer wins one of country's top teaching prizesDaniel ColeA politics lecturer who has helped rewrite the rule book of teaching international relations has been awarded one of the country's top teaching prizes.2019-04-17T09:49:00Z2019-05-24T15:56:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2019/may/outstanding-politics-lecturer-wins-one-of-countrys-top-teaching-prizes.aspxDMU researchers to help address cooking habits of three billion peopleDaniel ColeResearchers at De Montfort University Leicester (DMU) are working to find innovative, clean and modern alternatives to biomass fuels such as charcoal and wood, which are currently used by three billion people to cook their food.2019-04-05T14:16:00Z2019-04-08T14:42:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2019/march/dmu-researchers-to-help-address-cooking-habits-of-three-billion-people.aspxDMU research project to provide free cyber security health check for businessesDaniel ColeResearchers from De Montfort University Leicester (DMU) are offering small businesses a free cyber security health check as part of a new Home Office-funded project to combat cybercrime.2019-04-04T08:15:00Z2019-04-08T14:49:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2019/april/dmu-research-project-to-provide-free-cyber-security-health-check-for-businesses.aspxDMU lecturer named as an emerging investigator by leading journalDaniel ColeA De Montfort University Leicester (DMU) academic has been identified as one of the leading researchers into crystal growth and design.2019-03-25T08:15:00Z2019-04-08T14:51:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2019/march/dmu-lecturer-named-as-an-emerging-investigator-by-leading-journal.aspxART-AI Festival is shortlisted for an innovation awardDaniel ColeLeicester's first festival celebrating artificial intelligence in arts and creativity has been shortlisted for an award celebrating the best innovations in Leicestershire.2019-03-22T09:48:00Z2019-04-08T15:02:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2019/march/art-ai-festival-is-shortlisted-for-an-innovation-award.aspxDMU researchers to advise Japanese policeDaniel ColeDe Montfort University Leicester (DMU) is using its expertise to help Japanese police improve the way that they interview vulnerable people.2019-03-20T08:33:00Z2019-04-08T14:49:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2019/march/dmu-researchers-to-advise-japanese-police.aspxResearchers set sights on permanent cure for excessive sweatingDaniel ColeResearchers studying the condition of excessive sweating, known as hyperhidrosis, have made finding a permanent cure for patients the top priority in their work.2019-03-14T07:15:00Z2019-03-18T12:06:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2019/march/researchers-set-sights-on-permanent-cure-for-excessive-sweating.aspxResearcher spells out effect on children of jailing their mothersGavin ManganA researcher from De Montfort University Leicester (DMU) is due to give evidence to Parliament today on the effect of prison sentences on the children of women who are jailed.2019-03-06T06:54:00Z2019-03-06T15:07:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2019/march/researcher-spells-out-effect-on-children-of-jailing-their-mothers.aspxWill gets to the heart of the Self at DMU talkGavin ManganDivisive author and thinker Will Self delivered an impassioned critique of modern mental health treatment to a packed crowd at De Montfort University Leicester (DMU).2019-03-01T15:58:00Z2019-03-04T07:56:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2019/march/will-gets-to-the-heart-of-the-self-at-dmu-talk.aspxAcademic presents mental health research to audience of MPsDaniel ColeA team of academics led by De Montfort University Leicester (DMU) have presented their research to an audience of MPs at the Houses of Parliament, UKRI and Research councils.2019-02-28T11:00:00Z2019-03-01T16:28:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2019/february/academic-presents-mental-health-research-to-audience-of-mps.aspxLecturer finishes 268 mile race as part of research projectDaniel ColeA De Montfort University (DMU) academic has taken a research project to extreme levels by taking part in, and completing, a 268 mile race along the famous Pennine Way.2019-02-22T08:15:00Z2019-03-01T16:28:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2019/february/lecturer-finishes-268-mile-race-as-part-of-research-project.aspxDMU students take their research beyond borders through #DMUglobalDaniel ColePostgraduate students are being given the opportunity to expand their research horizons by spending time abroad through #DMUglobal, De Montfort University Leicester's (DMU) international experience programme.2019-02-21T08:15:00Z2019-03-01T16:28:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2019/february/dmu-students-take-their-research-beyond-borders-through-dmuglobal.aspxDMU part of Midlands universities partnership set to train the next generation of arts and humanities researchers460 new postgraduate studentship opportunities will be created across the region over the next five years2018-08-15T12:15:00Z2018-12-12T10:03:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2018/september/dmu-part-of-midlands-universities-partnership-will-train-the-next-generation-of-arts-and-humanities-researchers.aspxSpirit of DMU's lion roars to life with new campaignDe Montfort University Leicester (DMU)'s latest advertising campaign, 'Proud to be More', launches nationwide today.2018-08-10T12:00:00Z2018-12-12T10:03:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2018/september/spirit-of-dmus-lion-roars-to-life-with-new-campaign.aspxPhD student Tom reaches finals of a national competitionAn 80,000 word thesis would normally take nine hours to present - but the postgraduates in this contest get just three minutes2018-08-06T08:00:00Z2018-12-12T10:03:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2018/august/phd-student-tom-reaches-finals-of-a-national-competition.aspxComputer Science makes world top 400 in new rankingsDe Montfort University Leicester (DMU) has, for another year running, been listed among the top 400 universities worldwide for Computer Science.2018-07-26T16:37:00Z2018-12-12T10:03:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2018/july/computer-science-makes-world-top-400-in-new-rankings.aspxWarning issued as study uncovers antibiotics being handed out without prescriptionThe world's first study to look at the impact of non-prescription supply of antibiotics in community pharmacies says issue could potentially fuel a rise in antibiotic-resistant diseases2018-07-26T09:43:00Z2018-12-12T10:03:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2018/august/warning-issued-as-study-uncovers-antibiotics-being-handed-out-without-prescription.aspxCould a tropical weed hold the key to cleaning up our rivers?The world's fastest-growing aquatic weed has effectively removed toxins from a polluted river in the UK – a finding which has the potential to revolutionise environmental clean-ups.2018-07-24T08:29:00Z2018-12-12T10:03:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2018/august/could-a-tropical-weed-hold-the-key-to-cleaning-up-our-rivers.aspxDMU academic appointed to government committeeA De Montfort University Leicester (DMU) academic has been appointed to a government scientific advisory committee.2018-07-24T07:45:00Z2018-12-12T10:03:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2018/july/dmu-academic-appointed-to-government-committee.aspxWhat makes some people simply able to 'carry on' in the face of adversity?The ability to 'Keep Calm and Carry On' could explain why some people suffer less depression and anxiety when faced with adversity, research has discovered.2018-07-23T12:30:00Z2018-12-12T10:03:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2018/july/what-makes-some-people-simply-able-to-carry-on-in-the-face-of-adversity.aspxCity Mayor praises DMU for research in the communityThe Mayor of Leicester Sir Peter Soulsby has thanked De Montfort University (DMU) and researcher Kshama Joshi for her work with communities across Leicester.2018-07-06T07:45:00Z2018-12-12T10:03:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2018/july/city-mayor-praises-dmu-for-research-in-the-community.aspxDMU study helps families use technology to keep tabs on elderly relativesThe elderly can continue to live on their own and retain their independence as their loved ones remotely track their movements, thanks to digital technology tested by De Montfort University Leicester (DMU).2018-06-29T08:30:00Z2018-12-12T10:03:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2018/july/dmu-study-helps-families-use-technology-to-keep-tabs-on-elderly-relatives.aspxResearch finds higher levels of paranoia and mental health problems among low-income workersA ground-breaking analysis of 4,596 workers has revealed that the country's toxic workplaces are worsening a trend of serious mental health problems.2018-05-16T08:30:00Z2018-12-12T10:03:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2018/may/research-finds-higher-levels-of-paranoia-and-mental-health-problems-among-low-income-workers.aspxDMU researcher wins national recognition for innovative glasswork with hologramsA researcher at De Montfort University Leicester (DMU) is creating a pioneering way to incorporate holograms into her glass sculptures to produce truly groundbreaking works of art.2018-05-10T08:15:00Z2018-12-12T10:03:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2018/may/dmu-researcher-wins-national-recognition-for-innovative-glasswork-with-holograms.aspxUniversities join forces to help businesses boost economyDe Montfort University Leicester (DMU) is leading a £4.68million project to help businesses and entrepreneurs bring their ideas to life2018-04-10T15:43:00Z2018-12-12T10:03:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2018/april/universities-join-forces-to-help-businesses-boost-economy2.aspxDMU awarded Lottery money to explore exployment challenges for people with sickle cell disordersDe Montfort University Leicester (DMU) has been awarded nearly £100,000 as part of a £5 million National Lottery funded research programme into independent living for disabled people.2018-01-18T05:45:00Z2018-12-12T10:03:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2018/january/dmu-awarded-lottery-money-to-explore-exployment-challenges-for-people-with-sickle-cell-disorders.aspxChannel 4 documentary to feature DMU professor's call for ban on sex robotsA leading De Montfort University Leicester (DMU) academic who researches the ethics of robotics is lending her expertise to a Channel 4 documentary tonight (THURS) which forms part of a series on robots and Artificial Intelligence (AI).2017-11-30T10:37:00Z2018-12-12T10:03:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2017/november/channel-4-documentary-to-feature-dmu-professors-call-for-ban-on-sex-robots.aspxDMU expert recounts role of war criminal Mladic in Siege of SarajevoKenneth Morrison, Professor of Modern South-East European History at De Montfort University and a world-renowned expert on Balkan history, provides us with incisive commentary on war criminal Ratko Mladic's role in the war in Bosnia.2017-11-23T10:43:00Z2018-12-12T10:03:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2017/november/dmu-expert-recounts-role-of-war-criminal-mladic-in-siege-of-sarajevo.aspxDMU research into unregistered marriages used in C4 documentaryA De Montfort University Leicester (DMU) academic's research into unregistered marriages has played a part in a Channel 4 programme.2017-11-21T15:20:00Z2018-12-12T10:03:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2017/november/dmu-research-into-unregistered-marriages-used-in-c4-documentary.aspxResearch shows how arts organisations have tackled funding challengesAcademics at Leicester Castle Business School tracked the fortunes of 20 arts companies over two years2017-11-03T08:50:00Z2018-12-12T10:03:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2017/november/research-shows-how-arts-organisations-have-tackle-funding-challenges.aspxPharmacy students help improve health of Leicester's homeless populationPharmacy students at De Montfort University Leicester (DMU) are using their skills to help improve the health of homeless people in the city.2017-11-01T08:00:00Z2018-12-12T10:03:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2017/november/pharmacy-students-help-improve-health-of-leicesters-homeless-population.aspxReport calls for sweeping changes to strengthen councillors' rolesFundamental changes are needed to improve the roles of councillors serving communities in England, DMU academics have said.2017-10-25T08:00:00Z2018-12-12T10:03:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2017/october/report-calls-for-sweeping-changes-to-strengthen-councillors-roles.aspxDMU project changes the way cities manage waterWater use across major cities in Europe could be improved thanks to a De Montfort University Leicester (DMU) led project to improve sustainability.2017-10-20T08:30:00Z2018-12-12T10:03:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2017/october/dmu-project-changes-the-way-cities-manage-water.aspxLord Bragg helps mark a milestone for DMU sports historiansLord Bragg has written a special essay on his lifelong love of football for a report marking the 21st anniversary of the International Centre for Sports History and Culture2017-10-12T11:35:00Z2018-12-12T10:03:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2017/october/lord-bragg-helps-mark-a-milestone-for-dmu-sports-historians.aspxDMU launches new range of community work and projects in Thurnby LodgeLocals from a "forgotten estate" in Leicester have said how excited they are to be working with De Montfort University Leicester (DMU) to help revitalise the area.2017-10-11T13:41:00Z2018-12-12T10:03:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2017/october/dmu-launches-new-range-of-community-work-and-projects-in-thurnby-lodge.aspxTickets go on sale for Leicester Business Festival - the region's biggest business eventLeicester Castle Business School is headline sponsor of the event, championing business success2017-09-06T08:30:00Z2018-12-12T10:03:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2017/september/tickets-go-on-sale-for-leicester-business-festival-the-regions-biggest-business-event.aspxFrom silent films to talkies - British Silent Film Festival celebrates defining eraA five-day celebration of silent and early sound cinema is coming to Leicester this month – and one of Leicester's oldest churches is being used as a venue.2017-09-04T11:13:00Z2018-12-12T10:03:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2017/september/screen-dreams-bring-golden-era-classics-to-life-british-silent-film-festival.aspxTwo more outstanding DMU academics receive prestigious National Teaching Fellowship awardsTwo outstanding academics from De Montfort University Leicester (DMU) have been given the most prestigious individual awards for excellence in teaching in higher education.2017-08-31T07:00:00Z2018-12-12T10:03:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2017/august/two-more-outstanding-dmu-academics-receive-prestigious-national-teaching-fellowship-awards.aspxDMU teams up with manufacturing business to tackle hospital bed soresTechnology which could prevent millions of people from getting bed sores in hospital has been developed thanks to a partnership between De Montfort University Leicester (DMU) and manufacturer Speed Plastics.2017-08-23T07:30:00Z2018-12-12T10:03:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2017/august/dmu-teams-up-with-manufacturing-business-to-tackle-hospital-bed-sores.aspxDMU academic helps BBC tell 'hidden stories' of PartitionDMU's Dr Pippa Virdee works with Anita Rani on the moving documentary My Family, Partition and Me: India 19472017-08-18T10:56:00Z2018-12-12T10:03:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2017/august/dmu-academic-helps-bbc-tell-hidden-stories-of-partition.aspxTHE BIG READ: Fascinating peek into design history through the covers of DMU prospectusesThey land with a thud on the doormats of the nation: Hefty booklets brimming with promise, giving teenagers a tantalising glimpse of the future they could have … providing they get the right grades.2017-08-04T10:47:00Z2018-12-12T10:03:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2017/august/the-big-read-fascinating-peek-into-design-history-through-the-covers-of-dmu-prospectuses.aspxGrayson Perry exhibition to be held at DMUAn exhibition of work by one of Britain's greatest living artists and a showcase of some of the best lifestyle design in the past 40 years opens to the public this weekend.2017-07-27T11:05:00Z2018-12-12T10:03:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2017/july/grayson-perry-exhibition-to-be-held-at-dmu.aspx"Love is a human right" - DMU expert on the 50th anniversary of the Sexual Offences ActIt's been 50 years since the 1967 Sexual Offences act partially decriminalised homosexuality and while society has moved on much from there, as Professor Julie Fish argues, there is still a long way to go.2017-07-27T09:38:00Z2018-12-12T10:03:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2017/july/love-is-a-human-right-dmu-expert-on-the-50th-anniversary-of-the-sexual-offences-act.aspxCriminology professor awarded high honour in same month as new book releasedA well-respected professor from De Montfort University Leicester (DMU) is to become just the fourth person from England and Wales to be made an honorary member of a distinguished European organisation dedicated to enhancing the work of probation.2017-07-27T08:15:00Z2018-12-12T10:03:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2017/july/criminology-professor-awarded-high-honour-in-same-month-as-new-book-released.aspxIndustry giants meet to create new opportunities for DMU studentsSome of the country's biggest business names have met at Leicester Castle Business School (LCBS) to discuss how they can work closer with De Montfort University Leicester (DMU).2017-07-11T15:49:00Z2018-12-12T10:03:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2017/july/industry-giants-meet-to-create-new-opportunities-for-dmu-students.aspxGovernment Minister attends DMU Gold eventDe Montfort University Leicester (DMU) hosted an event in the Science Museum in London to mark the university being ranked Gold under the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF).2017-07-07T15:08:00Z2018-12-12T10:03:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2017/july/government-minister-attends-dmu-gold-event.aspxShanghai Global Rankings AnnouncedDe Montfort University Leicester (DMU) has been listed among the top 200 universities in the world for Computer Science in rankings released this week.2017-06-30T14:25:00Z2018-12-12T10:03:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2017/june/shanghai-global-rankings-announced.aspxHidden history of women's rugby to be revealed for first time by DMU researchersRugby is a game for hooligans played by gentlemen, according to the old saying – but a groundbreaking research project aims to reveal the hidden history of women in the sport.2017-06-28T10:37:00Z2018-12-12T10:03:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2017/june/hidden-history-of-womens-rugby-to-be-revealed-by-dmu-researchers.aspxHappy 25th birthday, DMU!Today marks 25 years to the day since De Montfort University Leicester (DMU) first came into existence.2017-06-26T17:05:00Z2018-12-12T10:03:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2017/june/happy-25th-birthday-dmu.aspxDMU launches first Be The Change Research FestivalA 12-hour festival celebrating the work of academics across De Montfort University Leicester (DMU) is set to take place on Tuesday.2017-06-23T10:42:00Z2018-12-12T10:03:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2017/june/dmu-launches-first-be-the-change-research-festival.aspxCelebration of rock's golden age curated by DMU academics for Royal Albert Hall audienceConcert footage from one of pop music's most exciting eras was screened to a sell-out crowd at the Royal Albert Hall this weekend, thanks to academics from De Montfort University Leicester (DMU).2017-06-01T10:06:00Z2018-12-12T10:03:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2017/june/celebration-of-rocks-golden-age-curated-by-dmu-academics-for-royal-albert-hall-audience.aspxDMU hosts the return of public tours at Leicester Castle's Great HallDMU is partnering with Leicester City Council to invite the public to see the Great Hall at Leicester Castle Business School this bank holiday weekend2017-05-24T10:49:00Z2018-12-12T10:03:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2017/may/dmu-hosts-the-return-of-public-tours-at-leicester-castle-great-hall.aspxLife with Multiple Sclerosis - new exhibition uncovers storiesStories behind poignant photographs taken by people from LGBT communities who live with multiple sclerosis were told at the launch of a new exhibition at De Montfort University Leicester (DMU).2017-05-19T09:56:00Z2018-12-12T10:03:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2017/may/life-with-multiple-sclerosis-new-exhibition-uncovers-stories.aspxFacial expression expert who spent over a year living with tropical islanders publishes new workA psychologist from De Montfort University Leicester (DMU) who spent more than a year living with remote islanders to study whether facial expressions of "emotion" are universal has contributed to a new book on the topic.2017-05-18T15:34:00Z2018-12-12T10:03:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2017/may/facial-expression-expert-who-spent-over-a-year-living-with-tropical-islanders-publishes-new-work.aspxWorld's only research project into LGBT community with MS comes to The Gallery this weekThe experiences of lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans (LGBT) people living with the chronic condition of multiple sclerosis (MS) will be explored in a poignant photographic exhibition at DMU2017-05-09T07:45:00Z2018-12-12T10:03:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2017/may/worlds-only-research-project-into-lgbt-people-with-ms-comes-to-the-gallery-this-week.aspxPhotographic History research student to present new research on Hungarian visual history at international conferenceResearch by a DMU PhD student into an emerging field of photographic history will be delivered to experts from all over the world.2017-04-28T08:30:00Z2018-12-12T10:03:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2017/april/photography-student-to-present-new-research-on-hungarian-visual-history-at-international-conference.aspxOh the Horror! Special talk on the history of Hammer marks Heritage Sunday at DMUFans of classic horror are being invited to a very special event being held as part of Heritage Sunday which celebrates the city's hidden gems.2017-04-27T10:52:00Z2018-12-12T10:03:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2017/april/oh-the-horror-special-talk-on-the-history-of-hammer-marke-heritage-sunday-at-dmu.aspxCentre for Reproduction Research launched at DMU to lead cutting-edge analysisThe Centre for Reproduction Research will bring together academics from a range of disciplines to develop new ways of thinking on issues and challenges which have a huge effect on the lives of millions of people.2017-04-26T17:45:00Z2018-12-12T10:03:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2017/april/centre-for-reproduction-research-launched-at-dmu-to-lead-cutting-edge-analysis.aspxPostgraduate students' work in the spotlightCan postgraduates present their work to a non-academic audience? The challenge was taken up by students on DMU's research degrees2017-04-21T08:24:00Z2018-12-12T10:03:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2017/april/postgraduate-students-work-in-the-spotlight.aspxChildren learn importance of hand washing through new bookA Germ's Journey is an interactive book created by Dr Katie Laird and Dr Sarah Younie of DME to help pre-school children learn about germs2017-04-20T15:28:00Z2018-12-12T10:03:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2017/april/children-learn-importance-of-hand-washing-through-new-book.aspxDozens referred to GP after DMU volunteers help make people aware of bowel cancer symptomsVolunteers from De Montfort University Leicester (DMU) have helped healthcare professionals teach hundreds of people about the dangers of bowel cancer.2017-04-12T08:15:00Z2018-12-12T10:03:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2017/april/dozens-referred-to-gp-after-dmu-volunteers-help-make-people-aware-of-bowel-cancer-symptoms.aspxDMU academic sheds light on photography research in new bookThe Programme Leader for the MA Photography course at De Montfort University Leicester (DMU) has co-authored an 'illuminating and ground-breaking' new book which examines the crucial role of research in contemporary photography.2017-04-12T08:15:00Z2018-12-12T10:03:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2017/april/dmu-academic-sheds-light-on-photography-research-in-new-book.aspxDMU psychologists invited to contribute at international mental health summitTwo psychology experts from De Montfort University Leicester (DMU) have been asked to fly to Dubai to share their research with leaders in their field.2017-04-11T08:30:00Z2018-12-12T10:03:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2017/april/dmu-psychologists-invited-to-contribute-at-international-mental-health-summit.aspxAlumni return to DMU to visit buildings named in their honourA world-leading pharmacist and De Montfort University Leicester (DMU) graduate has described visiting the building named after him on campus as a "truly humbling" experience.2017-04-07T10:30:00Z2018-12-12T10:03:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2017/april/alumni-return-to-dmu-to-visit-buildings-named-in-their-honour.aspxDMU shortlisted for three prestigious awardsDe Montfort University Leicester (DMU) has been shortlisted in three categories of the Times Higher Education Leadership & Management Awards (THELMAs) this year in recognition of the exceptional work carried out by teams across the university.2017-04-06T08:32:00Z2018-12-12T10:03:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2017/april/dmu-shortlisted-for-three-prestigious-awards.aspxDMU named in the world's top 150 universities for second year runningDe Montfort University Leicester (DMU) has once more been named as one of the 150 best young universities in the world by Times Higher Education (THE).2017-04-05T15:15:00Z2018-12-12T10:03:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2017/april/dmu-named-in-the-worlds-top-150-universities-second-year-running.aspxMore than 30 #DMUlocal students trained to help battle bowel cancer with Leicester's Hospitals#DMUlocal, the award-winning community programme run by De Montfort University Leicester (DMU), has teamed up with the local NHS trust to tackle bowel cancer.2017-04-04T07:15:00Z2018-12-12T10:03:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2017/april/more-than-30-dmulocal-students-trained-to-help-battle-bowel-cancer-with-leicesters-hospitals.aspxECAF roles offer opportunities to develop career in academiaAimi FrancisLearn more about the new Early Career Academic Fellowships and meet ECAF Monia Acciari of DMU's CATH research centre2017-03-31T08:19:00Z2023-07-10T10:04:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2017/april/ecaf-roles-offer-opportunities-to-develop-career-in-academia.aspxDMU research helps more EU businesses hit energy-efficiency targetsDMU analysis shows energy efficient SMEs could help countries to reach ambitious targets on reducing energy use2017-03-24T11:51:00Z2018-12-12T10:03:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2017/march/dmu-research-helps-more-eu-businesses-hit-energy-efficiency-targets.aspxDMU science expert to give free lecture on latest food safety researchA scientist from De Montfort University Leicester (DMU) who established a link between arsenic and rice is to give a lecture on his latest findings on food safety as part of the British Science Week.2017-03-16T08:30:00Z2018-12-12T10:03:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2017/march/dmu-science-expert-to-give-free-lecture-on-latest-food-safety-research.aspxHealth expert says new NHS plan could 'put patients at risk'A health policy expert from De Montfort University Leicester (DMU) believes a five-year plan by the NHS to save money by cutting beds in Leicestershire is likely to put the safety of patients at risk.2017-03-13T14:05:00Z2018-12-12T10:03:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2017/march/health-expert-says-nhs-plan-could-put-patients-at-risk.aspxPhotography expert to examine history of family snaps for BBC documentaryA De Montfort University Leicester (DMU) academic will be part of a new BBC programme exploring what our family photographs say about Britain's post-war social history.2017-03-13T08:53:00Z2018-12-12T10:03:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2017/march/photography-expert-to-examine-history-of-family-snaps-for-bbc-documentary.aspxWhy was the chicken put in the video game?Chickens feature in far more games than you might think - and often in surprising ways! Not only can you kick, punch, breed, race, chase, bash, mash, cook, eat, and shoot chickens in games, but these activities directly relate to modern and ancient human-chicken relationships with a fascinating history.2017-03-10T08:24:00Z2018-12-12T10:03:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2017/march/why-was-the-chicken-put-in-the-video-game.aspxVice-Chancellor to share experiences to inspire leaders of the futureHis management has seen De Montfort University Leicester (DMU) rise up the league tables, expand its international agenda and create key partnerships - now Professor Dominic Shellard will share his experiences to inspire leaders of the future.2017-03-03T11:27:00Z2018-12-12T10:03:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2017/march/vice-chancellor-to-share-experiences-to-inspire-leaders-of-the-future.aspxDMU experts telling stories at new Leicester festivalA free festival of storytelling is being held in Leicester to mark 50 years of BBC Radio being based in the city.2017-03-02T10:37:00Z2018-12-12T10:03:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2017/march/dmu-experts-telling-stories-at-new-leicester-festival.aspxWhistleblowers and journalists' sources should get more protection, according to new research by DMU expertAn investigative journalism expert at De Montfort University has co-authored new research into why whistleblowers and journalists' sources should be protected in our digital age.2017-02-22T18:00:00Z2018-12-12T10:03:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2017/february/whistleblowers-and-journalists-sources-should-get-more-protection-according-to-new-research-by-dmu-expert.aspxDMU PhD student praised for first novelA PhD student at De Montfort University Leicester (DMU) is set to further his award-winning writing career after publishing his first novel exploring unethical journalism practices in Nigeria.2017-02-22T07:30:00Z2018-12-12T10:03:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2017/february/dmu-phd-student-published-first-novel.aspxDMU psychologist sees paper appear in world-renowned publicationA psychologist from De Montfort University Leicester (DMU) has had a joint paper published by one of the most prestigious publishing houses in the world of science.2017-02-21T08:30:00Z2018-12-12T10:03:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2017/february/dmu-psychologist-sees-paper-appear-in-world-renowned-publication.aspxChildren who play with food more likely to eat fruit and veg, researchers findChildren allowed to squash, touch and handle fruit and vegetables at mealtimes are less likely to be picky eaters, according to new research.2017-02-20T10:01:00Z2018-12-12T10:03:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2017/february/children-who-play-with-food-more-likely-to-eat-fruit-and-veg-researchers-find.aspxAre we ready for robot relationships?DMU expert Dr Kathleen Richardson hosts British Academy lecture on Tuesday entitled 'Robotics, AI (Artificial Intelligence) and Society'2017-02-17T08:48:00Z2018-12-12T10:03:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2017/february/are-we-ready-for-robot-relationships.aspxBiomedical Science student makes welcome contribution to fight against fatal diseaseA Biomedical Science student is helping to fight a disease that threatens millions of people in some of the poorest countries in the world.2017-02-08T08:00:00Z2018-12-12T10:03:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2017/february/biomedical-science-student-makes-welcome-contribution-to-fight-against-fatal-disease.aspxNew HIV prevention treatment can only work if perception improves - DMU expertsA De Montfort University Leicester (DMU) professor and his PhD student have urged the medical profession and media to change the way in which a new HIV prevention treatment is represented if they want it to work.2017-01-18T08:45:00Z2018-12-12T10:03:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2017/january/new-hiv-prevention-treatment-can-only-work-if-perception-improves-dmu-experts.aspxDMU joins partners in exploring some of the big issues affecting LeicesterThe Leicester School of Architecture at De Montfort University Leicester (DMU) is part of an exciting new public lecture series launching on 26 January.2017-01-17T08:15:00Z2018-12-12T10:03:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2017/january/dmu-joins-partners-in-exploring-some-of-the-big-issues-affecting-leicester.aspxDMU breakthrough could lead to cheaper, greener, long-lasting solar cellsScientists at DMU are working on new solar technology to make batteries cheaper, greener and longer-lasting2017-01-02T08:45:00Z2018-12-12T10:03:00Zhttps://www.dmu.ac.uk/research/research-news/2017/january/dmu-breakthough-could-lead-to-cheaper-greener-long-lasting-batteries.aspx