First advert to be broadcast into space is transmitted by Doritos, with help from University of Leicester scientists.

:: TOURISM British scientists have produced a special currency for use in space. The Quasi Universal Intergalactic Denomination, or Quid, is lozenge-shaped and made of Teflon.

By Anonymous Regeneration proposals for an area of Leicester were quite literally out of this world when a space shuttle crew took plans for the city's science park into orbit.

SPACE is cool for kids and a great way of getting children interested in science. We've teamed up with The National Space Centre to offer readers a great summer offer - kids go free! The National Space Centre in Leicester is the UK's largest attraction dedicated to the excitement of space.

YEARS ago, science was seen as just the preserve of eggheads. But now the subject has shaken off its dusty image and is regarded an exciting option by thousands of children and adults.