University of
Leicester
University of Leicester is a leading UK institution known for world-class research, high-quality teaching, and a strong commitment to widening access to higher education. Ranked 30th in the Times Higher Education analysis of the UK’s 2021 Research Excellence Framework (REF) – a rise of 23 places since 2014 – the University has earned international recognition for research excellence. Over half of its research is rated as “world-leading” for impact, and its work in Clinical Medicine is ranked 2nd in the United Kingdom.
Within IMPROVE PRETERM, the University of Leicester leads the development and validation of the PARCA-5/7 tool, a new parent-reported measure designed to assess children’s development at ages 5 to 7. This work is carried out by researchers from the Department of Population Health Sciences and the School of Psychology and Vision Sciences, who bring expertise in developmental psychology, psychometrics, and public health. Their leadership ensures that the new tool is robust, reliable, and accessible to families and clinicians across Europe.
Samantha Johnson
John Maltby
Megan Foulkes
Jayne Spiller
