News

This section will keep you up-to-date with all the latest news from the School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences.

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New paper calls for physical activity to become a core component of mental health care

A new Loughborough University study has urged psychiatrists and mental health professionals to formally integrate physical activity into routine care for people living with severe mental illness.
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Safer Stadiums project shares women’s experiences at men’s football games

A new research project is inviting women who attend men’s football matches to share their experiences to help make stadiums safer and more inclusive for all.
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Loughborough University formally receives the Queen Elizabeth Prize for Higher and Further Education

Loughborough University has formally received the Queen Elizabeth Prize for Higher and Further Education at an Honours ceremony at St James’ Palace in recognition of its pioneering contributions to Para and disability sport. 
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Air pollution may directly contribute to Alzheimer’s disease – new study

An opinion piece authored by Professor Eef Hogervorst, School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences, Loughborough University.
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Loughborough hosts ‘Women in Sport Leadership’ programme for Saudi female executives

Loughborough University has welcomed senior female leaders from the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for a week-long bespoke programme enhancing leadership qualities across sport.
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Your morning coffee might protect your brain as you age – here’s the sweet spot

An opinion piece authored by Professor Eef Hogervorst, School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences, Loughborough University.
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Small improvements in sleep, physical activity and diet are linked with a longer life

An opinion piece authored by Professor Eef Hogervorst, School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences, Loughborough University.
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Loughborough appoints world-leading academic Professor Leanne Norman to lead Women in Sport Research and Innovation Hub

Loughborough University has appointed Professor Leanne Norman to spearhead its ground-breaking Women in Sport Research and Innovation Hub.
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Signs of Sir Terry Pratchett’s dementia may have been hidden in his books – new study

Signs of Sir Terry Pratchett’s dementia may have been present in his writing a decade before his official diagnosis, new research has found.
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Sleepless nights linked to comfort eating and overeating, new study finds

A major UK analysis of over 27,000 adults has found that poor-quality and short sleep are linked to behaviours including comfort-eating, snacking on sweets and overeating and increased obesity risk.