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Voluntary community efforts honoured by University
Loughborough University’s community prizes have been presented to four outstanding student volunteers.
Issued on 20 May, 2013
Loughborough University to establish a Centre of Excellence in Sustainable Building Design
Loughborough University is joining forces with the Royal Academy of Engineering to establish a Centre of Excellence in Sustainable Building Design.
Issued on 20 May, 2013
RLC-Lab and University join forces to inspire next generation of scientists
RLC-Lab, an analytical and chemistry research company has teamed up with Loughborough University to launch a national initiative to support excellence in science education. The service will enable state and private schools and colleges teaching A-level and BTEC science the opportunity to access industry-standard chemical analysis services, free of charge.
Issued on 20 May, 2013
Major milestone for Loughborough University’s London campus
iCITY has today signed its deal with the London Legacy Development Corporation (LLDC), marking a major milestone in the establishment of Loughborough University in London.
Issued on 16 May, 2013
Olympians out in force for Loughborough International
A number of London 2012 Games Olympians will be competing at the annual Loughborough International Athletics event this weekend on Sunday 19th May.
Issued on 15 May, 2013
University technician selected for world’s only professional cycle commuting team
A Loughborough Technician has become a member of the world’s only professional cycle commuting team.
Issued on 14 May, 2013
Loughborough Dean supports SME report at Downing Street
Professor Angus Laing has championed the role business schools play in supporting local businesses at the launch of Lord Young’s Growing Your Business report held today at 10 Downing Street.
Issued on 13 May, 2013
Children in care log on to new website
Leicestershire's children in care are just one click away from support, thanks to a brand new website they've helped to create.
Issued on 13 May, 2013
Design student wins ‘Talent of the Future’ award
A Loughborough University Design School student has won £250 and a work experience placement after being selected as Nimlok’s Talent of the Future winner for 2013.
Issued on 10 May, 2013
Lessons for Britain from academic’s research into abuse of Slovakia migrants
A Loughborough University researcher believes British academics, practitioners and policy-makers can learn valuable lessons from a study he helped put together on the violence, abuse and exploitation of non-European Union migrants in Slovakia.
Issued on 9 May, 2013
Loughborough graduate bucks the high street trend
A successful entrepreneur and Loughborough University graduate is riding the economic downturn as her bead business grows from strength to strength.
Issued on 8 May, 2013
End is nigh for Euro, says Loughborough academic
The Euro is unlikely to survive in its present form and structure because of ‘fundamental fault-lines’ that have been present since it was adopted in 1999 and have recently come to the surface, according to a Loughborough University financial expert.
Issued on 8 May, 2013
Loughborough subjects ranked amongst the world’s elite
Eleven subject areas at Loughborough University have been rated in the top 200 in the world, according to this year's QS World University Rankings by Subject, published today (8 May).
Issued on 8 May, 2013
University to host annual Loughborough International Athletics event
There will be an opportunity to watch top class track and field at Loughborough University on 19th May with the return of the annual Loughborough International Athletics (LIA) event.
Issued on 7 May, 2013
Motoring gadgets help boost driver safety
Research by Loughborough University has shown that motoring gadgets, such as satellite navigation systems, bring positive changes to drivers’ behaviour, making them feel safer and be more fuel efficient.
Issued on 7 May, 2013
Online guide helps readers discover new authors
Almost 2,500 adult fiction authors are now included in an online guide that helps signpost readers to new books and authors.
Issued on 7 May, 2013
Loughborough University joins the British Museum and four more universities for the FutureLearn revolution
The first free, open, online platform for courses from multiple UK universities and other leading higher education institutions has announced a further five partners today (3 May), including Loughborough University and the British Museum.
Issued on 3 May, 2013
Academic’s appeal to Leicestershire leaders over harrowing ‘infanticide’ film
A Loughborough University academic has appealed to Leicestershire politicians and community leaders to attend a screening of a harrowing documentary which investigates why millions of baby girls are killed every year.
Issued on 30 April, 2013
Design graduate is named Best Start up of the Year
Asap Water Crafts, an innovative lifesaving product developed by a Loughborough Design graduate, has just been named Best Start-up Business of the Year in the Lloyds TSB Enterprise Awards, scooping the top prize of £10,000.
Issued on 29 April, 2013
Loughborough academic receives esteemed Wolfson Research Merit Award
Loughborough University academic and world-leading geographer Professor John Anderson has been appointed a Wolfson Research Merit Award holder by the Royal Society – the UK’s national academy of science.
Issued on 26 April, 2013
Loughborough University tops Student Barometer
Loughborough University has been ranked first in the UK by an independent student survey.
Issued on 25 April, 2013
University’s impact on the world celebrated at Enterprise Awards
A new technique to boost engine efficiency, a communication skills breakthrough and the recreation of Richard III’s skeleton with the latest 3D printing techniques were amongst last night’s winners at Loughborough University’s Enterprise Awards.
Issued on 25 April, 2013
Student’s leg brace design reaches final of national competition
Loughborough University design student Tom Hamilton has made it to the finals of the prestigious 2013 Design Innovation in Plastics Award, alongside four other entries.
Issued on 25 April, 2013
Top of the Bench returns to Loughborough University
Young people from across the country came to Loughborough University on Saturday (April 20) to take part in a prestigious national chemistry competition – the second time the campus has hosted the event.
Issued on 23 April, 2013
Loughborough rugby players sign professional contracts with Cornish Pirates
Rugby Football Union Championship side, Cornish Pirates, have announced the signing of two current Loughborough Students Rugby players to their squad.
Issued on 23 April, 2013
Record-breaking Loughborough graduate celebrates success
Loughborough University graduate, Becky White, has bounced her way into the Guinness Book of World Records.
Issued on 22 April, 2013
CommAgility wins Queen’s Award for Enterprise
CommAgility announced today that it has won a Queen’s Award for Enterprise, the UK’s highest accolade for business success. The wireless technology company, based on Loughborough University Science and Enterprise Park, received the award for International Trade, in recognition of its success in selling to overseas markets. From 2010 to 2012, CommAgility’s export sales grew by 51%.
Issued on 22 April, 2013
Loughborough University technician scoops national award
A technician from the University’s Loughborough Design School has won a national award in recognition of his support of students and colleagues.
Issued on 19 April, 2013
CT Catapult and Loughborough University join forces to tackle one of the cell therapy industry's major challenges
The Cell Therapy Catapult, which is focused on the development of the UK cell therapy industry to increase the nation's health and wealth, has joined forces with Loughborough University to work together on innovative manufacturing.
Issued on 18 April, 2013
Marathon running all in the genes, say Loughborough scientists
Some people will never make good marathon runners because of their genes, according to Loughborough University scientists.
Issued on 17 April, 2013
Launch event to champion experience driven design
Loughborough University and the international innovation agency DesignThinkers Group will be celebrating the launch of a new UK chapter of the Design and Emotion Society in May.
Issued on 9 April, 2013
University academic develops improvement benchmark for sporting organisations
A Loughborough University academic is taking the lead in developing a toolkit to support international sporting federations improve their governance and accountability.
Issued on 8 April, 2013
Graduate’s cleantech firm to convert runners’ footsteps into electricity at Paris Marathon
Schneider Electric, the global specialist in energy management, has commissioned Pavegen, the award-winning cleantech firm founded by a Loughborough University graduate, to capture the kinetic energy generated at the Schneider Electric Paris Marathon on Sunday 7 April.
Issued on 5 April, 2013
Loughborough University Police livery design a global success
Ergonomists from Loughborough University’s Design School have won a prestigious award for their development of the UK’s first nation-wide unified livery for police vehicles.
Issued on 4 April, 2013
Geography duo receive prestigious award for work on internationalising UK students
Loughborough University academics Michael Hoyler and Dr Heike Jöns have been chosen for a prestigious award to develop their work on internationalising UK students through migrant academic staff.
Issued on 3 April, 2013
Intelligent Energy reports highest power densities yet for automatic fuel cells
Intelligent Energy, the global power technology company founded on Loughborough University research, has just announced that its proprietary fuel cell technology is providing leading levels of power output and performance for a number of its automotive customers, with the company’s fuel cell stacks demonstrating continuous volumetric and gravimetric power densities of 3.7 kW/L and 2.5 kW/kg, respectively.
Issued on 3 April, 2013
Top European Union post for Loughborough academic
Loughborough University’s Professor David T Llewellyn has been appointed Chair of the European Banking Authority’s influential Banking Stakeholder Group.
Issued on 3 April, 2013
Nurturing Africa’s critical thinkers
Findings from a Loughborough University-led study will help higher education institutions in Africa to develop the nation’s future key players in industry, policymaking and political leadership.
Issued on 27 March, 2013
Loughborough University to open campus at iCITY on London’s Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park
Loughborough University is to establish an academic campus, offering postgraduate and executive education, at iCITY on the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park in London.
Issued on 26 March, 2013
Loughborough leading the way on sustainable construction
Loughborough University academic Dr Chris Goodier has been selected to chair an international conference on sustainable construction.
Issued on 22 March, 2013
Exercise will not slow ageing process, says Loughborough scientist
Physical activity will not slow down the ageing process, according to a Loughborough University scientist.
Issued on 21 March, 2013
International football qualifiers to be held at University Stadium
The Loughborough University Stadium is to stage three qualifying matches for the UEFA European Under 17 Championship this month.
Issued on 21 March, 2013
Loughborough researchers aiming to boost future England cricketers
Loughborough University researchers have teamed up with the England & Wales Cricket Board (ECB) to improve batting techniques against the short ball and to encourage spinners to spin the ball more.
Issued on 21 March, 2013
Football fans’ attitude to gay players has changed dramatically, according to Loughborough study
The attitude of football fans towards the presence of gay players has changed dramatically in the last 25 years, according to a Loughborough University academic.
Issued on 20 March, 2013
Loughborough study urges courts to speed up cases involving abused children
Family justice system professionals should aim to reduce the delays in court proceedings when dealing with abused and neglected children, according to a study by Loughborough academics.
Issued on 19 March, 2013
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Racism still rife in football, says Loughborough University academic
Racism in British football is still rife despite the efforts of campaigners to stamp it out over the last 20 years, according to research by a Loughborough University academic.
Issued on 18 March, 2013
Loughborough students celebrate competition win
Civil Engineering students from Loughborough University have beaten industry teams to win first place in a regional communications competition – for the second year in a row.
Issued on 15 March, 2013
Loughborough physicist takes his science to Parliament
Loughborough University research student and technician, Phil Sutton is attending Parliament to present his science to a range of politicians and a panel of expert judges, as part of SET for Britain on Monday 18 March.
Issued on 15 March, 2013
Loughborough Students’ coaches appointed by England Hockey
Loughborough Students men’s hockey coaches David Ralph and Jon Bleby have been appointed by England Hockey as assistant coaches to work with the England and Great Britain men’s and women’s squads.
Issued on 13 March, 2013
Families flock to University’s Science and Engineering Fair
Hundreds of people attended Loughborough University’s annual Science and Engineering Fair on Saturday (March 9), enjoying a fun packed afternoon of hands-on activities.
Issued on 13 March, 2013
Family mealtime important for boys and girls, according to Loughborough study
Family mealtimes are associated with fewer eating problems in girls and less depression in boys, according to a study by Loughborough academics.
Issued on 13 March, 2013
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Papers invited for 2013 Loughborough Antennas and Propagation Conference
Papers are invited for the ninth annual Loughborough Antennas and Propagation Conference (LAPC), being held at the University in November.
Issued on 8 March, 2013
Researchers appeal to schools to help with family lifestyle study
Loughborough University researchers have launched an ‘exciting’ three year project aimed at promoting a healthier lifestyle for families.
Issued on 7 March, 2013
Volunteers wanted to help scientists test fitness theory
Loughborough University scientists believe it may be possible to get fitter and healthier by doing even less exercise than they first thought.
Issued on 7 March, 2013
Workers urged to have a ‘Walking Lunch’ by Loughborough researchers
Workers are being encouraged to leave their desks and have a ‘Walking Lunch’ in a new study on working later in life by Loughborough University academics.
Issued on 7 March, 2013
Prime Minister’s Big Society Award for Loughborough Students’ Action Group
Loughborough Students’ Union is celebrating today (Wednesday 5 March) after learning its Action Group is the latest winner of the Prime Minister’s Big Society Award.
Issued on 6 March, 2013
Doubled University Community Donations Fund open for bids
Loughborough University is once more offering community groups across Charnwood the chance to bid to its Community Donations Fund, with double the normal amount of money on offer for the first time.
Issued on 4 March, 2013
Supercomputing facility and expertise open for industrial benefit
HPC Midlands, a new supercomputing facility based at Loughborough University’s Science and Enterprise Park, provides state-of-the-art e-infrastructure for research and industry.
Issued on 4 March, 2013
Young hopefuls battle it out at Loughborough University to represent the UK at global skills contest
Competitors hoping to represent the UK in the international WorldSkills event will be heading to Loughborough University this week, as the campus hosts one of the finals.
Issued on 4 March, 2013
Researchers look to breath to identify stress
The perennial stress-buster – a deep breath – could become stress-detector, Loughborough University researchers claim.
Issued on 28 February, 2013
Student wins national award for internship
A Loughborough University student has been named ‘Best Intern’ at the 2013 National Placement and Internship Awards – the second year in a row the University has excelled at the awards.
Issued on 28 February, 2013
Loughborough University part of multi-million pound funding to boost manufacturing competitiveness
Loughborough is one of six universities in the UK to receive research funding for projects that will help improve manufacturing competitiveness in the UK by using the latest ICT developments.
Issued on 27 February, 2013
Creating next-generation materials able to operate in the toughest environments
Loughborough University is leading a new £4.2 million research project to develop next-generation materials able to operate in the most extreme environments.
Issued on 21 February, 2013
Intelligent Energy and Suzuki Motor Corporation announce completion of ready-to-scale fuel cell production line in Japan
Joint Venture celebrates first anniversary with Air Cooled Fuel Cell engine production plant
London, UK – 20 February 2013 – SMILE FC System Corporation (SMILE FC), a joint venture between Intelligent Energy and Suzuki Motor Corporation has successfully established a ready-to-scale production plant for its fuel cell systems in Yokohama, Japan.
Issued on 21 February, 2013
Major research project to address the UK’s domestic energy refurbishment challenge reveals findings at London briefing
Loughborough University academics will be joining a group of the UK's leading energy experts in London on Friday 15 March to consider pressing challenges and questions about making the UK’s homes more energy efficient.
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Loughborough University student wins Queen's Park sculpture commission
Bells will once again ring out in Queen’s Park as a series of sculptures by a Loughborough University Student are commissioned.
Issued on 18 February, 2013
University seeks nominations from Loughborough residents for student awards
Nominations are now being accepted for two prizes which are awarded annually by the University to recognise good work completed by students in the community.
Issued on 18 February, 2013
Family fun on offer at Loughborough University’s Science and Engineering Fair
Loughborough University’s Science and Engineering Fair returns in March, offering families a free fun packed afternoon of activities.
Issued on 18 February, 2013-
Unlocking the mystery behind Saturn’s moonlets
Research by Loughborough University physicists casts new light on Saturn’s moonlets – and could help solve some of the mysteries surrounding planet formation.
Issued on 14 February, 2013 
‘Join the 5000’ at Loughborough University’s mass participation running event
Loughborough University is to stage a mass participation 5000 metres road race on its picturesque campus on Sunday 3rd March.
Issued on 11 February, 2013
Pioneering research to manufacture cells from umbilical cord blood
A new project to develop tools for the manufacture of large quantities of medically valuable cells from umbilical cord blood has been launched by Loughborough University.
Issued on 6 February, 2013
Loughborough University's 3D printing technology breathes new life into Richard III
Loughborough’s world-leading expertise in 3D printing has been used by the University of Leicester to breathe new life into the remains of King Richard III – creating a replica of his skeleton.
Issued on 4 February, 2013
Lane-swapping helps autonomous vehicles avoid collisions
Loughborough University has developed a computer simulation that could help developers of autonomous vehicles build in escape manoeuvres to avoid collisions with other road users.
Issued on 1 February, 2013
Loughborough University can help you to recruit the best
Loughborough University is offering a great opportunity for East Midlands based small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to hone their recruitment and interview skills.
Issued on 31 January, 2013
Loughborough students in the medals at Youth Olympic Festival
Loughborough students have won medals for Team GB in the hockey and badminton events at the Australian Youth Olympic Festival in Sydney.
Issued on 30 January, 2013
UK makes international student entrepreneurs feel ‘unwelcome’
International students feel that the UK is not a good place to start a business, according to a Loughborough University study.
Issued on 30 January, 2013
Thousands of jobs forecast for expanding Loughborough University Science and Enterprise Park
Loughborough University announces today (30 January) that ambitious proposals for an expanded Science and Enterprise Park are being developed with local partners. The project brings the exciting prospect of a substantial long term boost for the local economy and employment.
Issued on 30 January, 2013
Deal with top French company will lead to 50 jobs a year for Loughborough students
Loughborough University have signed a unique deal with a leading French sports company that is expected to lead to 50 jobs a year for international students.
Issued on 29 January, 2013
Academic appeals for volunteers to help football research
A Loughborough University lecturer has appealed for volunteers to help in his research to find out what supporters think about football’s rulers and whether they feel ignored and sidelined by the game’s managing structures.
Issued on 23 January, 2013
Industrial design students win international competition
A team of Loughborough University industrial design students has won an international competition run by global company Philips.
Issued on 16 January, 2013
Criminologists bid to beat the burglars
A Loughborough University criminologist has set out to discover the best home security measures in a bid to put burglars out of business.
Issued on 16 January, 2013
Loughborough academic hails revolutionary fitness regime
Research spearheaded by Loughborough University will revolutionise the way people exercise to get fit and result in a fitter, healthier nation, according to the academic leading it.
Issued on 15 January, 2013
Britain's Helplines set for a boost from Loughborough academic
A Loughborough academic is planning to set up a website aimed at giving advice to the nation’s advisers, as well as other Helpline researchers.
Issued on 15 January, 2013
New £4.5M project to improve exhaust system efficiencies in HDVs
The Energy Technologies Institute (ETI) has launched a new £4.5 million project in partnership with Loughborough University and industry leaders, aiming to improve the catalytic conversion efficiencies of exhaust systems in heavy duty vehicles (HDVs).
Issued on 15 January, 2013-
New partnership to promote experience driven design
Loughborough University has joined forces with international innovation agency DesignThinkers Group to help promote and develop experience driven design.
Issued on 11 January, 2013 
Volunteers wanted to help health researchers
Loughborough University researchers have called for volunteers to help them improve the health of the nation.
Issued on 8 January, 2013
Loughborough academics set to launch improved version of 'climate change scenario tool'
Loughborough University academics are planning to launch a new improved version of a ‘climate change scenario tool’ that challenges conventional scientific thinking.
Issued on 2 January, 2013
City's reckless directors should be fined or prosecuted, says Loughborough professor
A Loughborough University academic has recommended that bank directors should be fined or even prosecuted for reckless behaviour in his written evidence to the government on the new finance services bill.
Issued on 19 December, 2012
World Bank set to use Loughborough academic's research
A Loughborough University academic’s research is to be used by the World Bank to improve its employees’ negotiating skills through negotiation modules designed in collaboration with Richard Lewis Communications Ltd.
Issued on 19 December, 2012
Loughborough researcher aiming to make races safer after runner's death
A Loughborough University academic is set to undertake research aimed at improving race medicine worldwide following the death of a runner in the Humber Half Marathon.
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Community Donations Fund provides Christmas boost for educational projects
Local community groups have received a welcome monetary boost this Christmas from the Education Fund at Loughborough University.
Issued on 18 December, 2012
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Loughborough professor praised for work with Bank Indonesia
A Loughborough University academic has been praised for the ‘major impact’ he has had on Bank Indonesia and the Islamic banking industry.
Issued on 18 December, 2012
Graduate entrepreneur selected for prestigious design exhibition
Loughborough University graduate and entrepreneur, Amy Humphreys, has been selected to exhibit her home textiles collection at Top Drawer, the UK’s leading event for design-led gifts, lifestyle and fashion accessories.
Issued on 18 December, 2012
Winter Ceremonies celebrate honorary graduates
This coming Monday - 17 December - will see hundreds of students attend their official graduation ceremony to celebrate the completion of their undergraduate or postgraduate degree at Loughborough University.
Issued on 14 December, 2012
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Peter Keen announced as Loughborough University's new Director of Sport
Loughborough University has announced today that Peter Keen CBE, who played a pivotal role in the country’s medal success at the London 2012 Games, has been appointed as the University’s new Director of Sport.
Issued on 14 December, 2012
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Loughborough University contributes £823m to economy new report reveals
Loughborough University’s major contribution to the UK economy and employment has been revealed in a new report, highlighting the important role of the University in stimulating economic growth locally, regionally and nationally.
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Waste not, want not - new Loughborough project set to boost resource effeciency
A new project to boost recycling and create a greater public understanding of resource efficiency has been launched at Loughborough University.
Issued on 14 December, 2012
MPs upbeat over future identity technology, says Loughborough professor
MPs believe future generations may not be fazed by modern means of identifying them, according to a Loughborough University academic.
Issued on 13 December, 2012
Loughborough research backs WADA's stance on drugs in sport
The British government will be encouraged to introduce anti-doping legislation for sport following research by Loughborough University academics.
Issued on 12 December, 2012
MPs vow to act after Loughborough academic's spinal cord injury presentation
Members of Parliament are to lobby the Housing Minister on behalf of spinal cord injured people following a presentation by a Loughborough academic.
Issued on 6 December, 2012
Loughborough Design a Flower Bed Competition 2013
A new, exciting competition is on offer from Loughborough University in the run up to Britain in Bloom 2013.
Issued on 5 December, 2012
Loughborough academics showcase identity technology project to MPs
The initial findings of a Loughborough University led study into modern means of identifying people will be showcased to MPs at Westminster today.
Issued on 5 December, 2012
University Loughborough research reveals secrets of Olympics safety success
The secret factors behind the health and safety successes during construction of the London 2012 Olympic Park have been revealed in a new study by Loughborough University.
Issued on 5 December, 2012
University hosts landmark forum on anti-doping
Over 80 delegates from the sporting landscape have attended the Clean Sport Forum 2012, hosted by UK Anti-Doping and held on campus at the new Loughborough University Stadium.
Issued on 4 December, 2012
Social Responsibility first for Loughborough University construction project
The principles of social responsibility have been introduced into a major construction contract at Loughborough University for the first time.
Issued on 3 December, 2012
Understanding emotions can help hotels improve guest experiences
New research from Loughborough University has revealed that understanding emotions can help hotels improve guest experiences. Hotels can then use customisation strategies in service design to evoke different emotions.
Issued on 3 December, 2012
Chinese migrants key to British firms’ success in China, says Loughborough academic
A Loughborough academic says British firms need to employ Chinese migrants in key positions if they want to get a foothold in China.
Issued on 28 November, 2012
Loughborough student gets Royal approval for charity work
Loughborough University student Alexandros Pamnani has received the Royal thumbs-up for his work with disadvantaged young people.
Issued on 28 November, 2012
Glen Parva’s policy of mixing Leicester and Nottingham offenders leads to increase in violence
A Loughborough University academic is part of a research team who have criticised Glen Parva Young Offender Institute’s policy of taking criminals from both Leicester and Nottingham.
Issued on 28 November, 2012
Graduate entrepreneur named Pride of Loughborough
Loughborough University graduate Becky White is delighted that her company, onesixeight: fitness, was named Small Business of the Year at the inaugural Oak FM’s Pride of Loughborough Awards sponsored by East Midlands Airport.
Issued on 27 November, 2012
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Loughborough academic set for MPs meeting over people with spinal cord injuries
Loughborough University academic Brett Smith will appear before MPs tomorrow and urge them to stop the practice of forcing people with spinal cord injuries to live in care homes for the elderly.
Issued on 27 November, 2012
Loughborough academics excited by their research on two million year old skeletons
Two Loughborough University professors have been involved in the study of fossils discovered in South Africa which could prove to be a major breakthrough in our understanding of the evolution of modern humans.
Issued on 26 November, 2012
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Loughborough to stage conference on appetite and eating behaviour
Loughborough University is set to stage the annual meeting of the British Feeding and Drinking Group (BFDG) for the first time, on April 4-5 next year.
Issued on 20 November, 2012
London 2012 health and safety expert joins Loughborough University
The head of occupational health and safety for the construction of the London 2012 Olympic Park has been appointed a visiting professor at Loughborough University.
Issued on 20 November, 2012
Loughborough Design School named Building of the Year
Loughborough University’s striking Design School has been named Building of the Year in the regional ProCon awards.
Issued on 20 November, 2012
A cracking competition entry wins it for Industrial design student
Christmas crackers designed by a Loughborough University student have gone on sale at Marks and Spencer following success in a national design competition.
Issued on 16 November, 2012
Centre for Disability Sport to attend first ever ParalympicsGB sports festival
Loughborough University’s research centre for disability sport is already gearing up for the 2016 Paralympics.
Issued on 16 November, 2012
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£2million to boost science innovation at Loughborough
Loughborough University has been awarded over £2million as part of a national funding scheme to help turn the country’s best science ideas into good business.
Issued on 15 November, 2012
CommAgility ranked number six fastest growing technology company in the UK in the 2012 Deloitte Technology Fast 50
CommAgility attributes its revenue growth to technology expertise and support from Loughborough University.
Issued on 14 November, 2012
Loughborough Students Tennis crowned European Champions
Loughborough Students are the Champions of Europe for the second time in four years after winning the European Collegiate Tennis Association Finals.
Issued on 13 November, 2012
Research aims to explore new techniques for the textiles industry and boost sustainability
A collaborative research project between Loughborough University’s School of the Arts and De Montfort University’s School of Fashion and Textiles aims to explore new technologies for the colouring and patterning of textiles and boost the sustainability of the textile industry.
Issued on 13 November, 2012
University celebrates London 2012 success
Lord Sebastian Coe was guest of honour at a special 2012 Games celebration event held at the London Hippodrome in Leicester Square.
Issued on 13 November, 2012
Loughborough University launches East Midlands Literary Salon
The first literary salon in the East Midlands will be launched at Loughborough University next week.
Issued on 9 November, 2012
Ancient hieroglyphics meet cutting-edge technology at Loughborough University
Engineers from Loughborough University have used the latest cutting-edge technology to bring to life an ancient Egyptian inscribed tablet.
Issued on 8 November, 2012
Loughborough research to make public transport safer for older users
Ensuring public transport is as safe as possible for older users is the focus of a new Loughborough University study.
Issued on 8 November, 2012
Loughborough sports research could benefit business, education and medicine
Research by a Loughborough University academic into the importance of the athlete-coach relationship may be used in other areas, like business, education and medicine.
Issued on 6 November, 2012
Better car security boosts fight against crime, says Loughborough criminologist
Improved car security is one of the factors behind falling crime rates, according to Loughborough University criminologist Graham Farrell.
Issued on 5 November, 2012
Loughborough academics set new Living Wage rate
Researchers at Loughborough University are behind the increase to the Living Wage, which is being announced today.
Issued on 5 November, 2012
World class tennis returns to Loughborough University
International tennis will once again by played on the campus of Loughborough University thanks to the welcome return of the annual AEGON GB Pro-Series event.
Issued on 2 November, 2012
Loughborough students becoming more active thanks to lottery funding
More students at Loughborough University are taking part in sport thanks to Lottery funding.
Issued on 2 November, 2012
World Technology Award for graduate cleantech entrepreneur
Loughborough graduate and founder of Pavegen Systems Laurence Kemball-Cook has won the Individual Energy prize at this year’s prestigious World Technology Awards in New York City.
Issued on 1 November, 2012
Widen your literary horizons
Now covering more writers than ever before, the latest edition of Who else writes like…?, a guide designed to help lovers of fiction discover new authors, has been published by LISU at Loughborough University.
Issued on 31 October, 2012
3D printing initiative aims to inspire the next generation
Loughborough University has helped open up the world of 3D printing to primary school children through a unique engineering initiative.
Issued on 31 October, 2012
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Lives of spinal cord injury victims at risk in care homes, says Loughborough research
Living in a care home has a devastating impact on the lives of people paralysed by spinal cord injury, according to research by Loughborough University academic Dr Brett Smith.
Issued on 31 October, 2012
University Community Donations Fund re-launched
Loughborough University is delighted to announce arrangements for its Community Donations Fund for the 2012/13 academic year.
Issued on 30 October, 2012
Loughborough University sets up support centre for crime victims
Loughborough University is to set up a support centre for students who have been victims of crime.
Issued on 29 October, 2012
A week in Westminster for Loughborough academic
Loughborough University’s Dr Elaine Yolande Gosling has been selected by the Royal Society as one of the UK’s leading scientists to participate in its Paring Scheme 2012.
Issued on 29 October, 2012
University to host ‘Responsible sourcing in action’ conference next month
A conference on responsible sourcing in action in the construction industry will take place at Loughborough University next month. It follows on from last year’s extremely successful and thought provoking conference concerning responsible sourcing of construction products.
Issued on 26 October, 2012
International design award shortlists Loughborough graduate
Loughborough University graduate, Sarah Dickens, has been shortlisted for a prestigious international design award.
Issued on 25 October, 2012
Children in care to benefit from University project
A partnership between The School of the Arts at Loughborough University and Leicestershire County Council is giving a fantastic opportunity for young people in care to collaborate with current graphic design students to develop their own website.
Issued on 24 October, 2012
Loughborough University Professor creates 'petrol from air'
A Visiting Professor at Loughborough University has hit the media spotlight after his company produced the first ‘petrol from air’.
Issued on 24 October, 2012
Loughborough researcher makes Cold War appeal
A Loughborough University lecturer has appealed for help from people who had first-hand experience of the Cold War.
Issued on 23 October, 2012
University device helps open up Boccia for the visually impaired
A new handheld grid enabling visually impaired people to participate in the sport of Boccia has been developed by Loughborough University designers.
Issued on 23 October, 2012
Reading is a lifeline for blind people according to new research
New research by Loughborough University has revealed that reading plays a vital role in the lives of blind and partially sighted people.
Issued on 18 October, 2012
Maya research could benefit Britain’s immigrants
A Loughborough University human biologist believes her research on a Native American people called the Maya could benefit immigrants who settle in Britain.
Issued on 17 October, 2012
Vice Chancellor goes on patrol in Loughborough
The new Vice Chancellor and President of Loughborough University spent Saturday night on patrol with police in Loughborough.
Issued on 15 October, 2012
New appointments for community warden team and website launched
Three new appointments have been made to the University’s pioneering community warden scheme.
Issued on 15 October, 2012
New study finds that sitting for protracted periods increases the risk of diabetes, heart disease and death
A new study led by the University of Leicester, in association with colleagues at Loughborough University, has discovered that sitting for long periods increases your risk of diabetes, heart disease and death.
Issued on 15 October, 2012
Loughborough energy expert to tackle the challenges of sustainable energy at British Library event
A Loughborough University academic will be joining a group of the UK's leading energy experts to consider pressing challenges and questions about the nation's future energy supply and demand at a British Library event on Tuesday 23 October.
Issued on 10 October, 2012
Manchester United Academy to play at University
One of the biggest names in sport will be visiting the campus to play a fixture at the new Loughborough University Stadium.
Issued on 26 September, 2012
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Loughborough University project shortlisted for THE Award
The 2012 Times Higher Education awards short-lists, recently released, revealed some fantastic news for the team involved in the Kit-CatalogueTM project at Loughborough University.
Issued on 26 September, 2012
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Minister addresses manufacturing research conference
David Willetts, Minister for Universities and Science, visited Loughborough University yesterday (19 September) to take part in a major conference on manufacturing research.
Issued on 20 September, 2012
Beatles conference to mark the fiftieth anniversary of Love Me Do
The nation’s biggest conference on the Beatles this century will take place at Loughborough University next month - fifty years to the day that the Beatle’s first single Love Me Do was released.
Issued on 20 September, 2012
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Loughborough awards honorary degrees at summer ceremonies
This year the Loughborough University honour roll saw a total of ten honorary graduates receive their awards.
Issued on 20 September, 2012
National Conference set to explore the challenges of Eating Disorders in Sport
A National conference exploring eating disorders in sport will be taking place at Loughborough University later this month.
Issued on 19 September, 2012
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Aldi agrees sponsorship deal with Loughborough’s men’s hockey team
Discount retailer Aldi has announced that it will be a headline sponsor for Loughborough University’s men’s hockey team during the 2012-13 season.
Issued on 18 September, 2012
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Co-ordinated plans aim to ensure smooth start to University academic year
With the start of the new University academic year rapidly approaching the University and its partners are finalising plans to welcome new and returning students to Loughborough and ensure they quickly settle into life both on campus and in the community.
Issued on 18 September, 2012
Design graduate selected for £1 million entrepreneur challenge on national TV
Industrial Design and Technology graduate Ross Kemp has been selected to take part in the high stakes entrepreneurial show, Be Your Own Boss.
Issued on 18 September, 2012
Volunteers needed for diabetes study
Would you be a willing participant in a world-leading research study at Loughborough University?
Issued on 13 September, 2012
Loughborough Basketball unveil Olympian as new head coach
Loughborough Basketball has announced that London 2012 Olympian Drew Sullivan has been appointed as the new head coach for their men’s team.
Issued on 12 September, 2012
Unsung Heroes: The Vital Role of Coaches in our Gold Medal Haul
World first research from Loughborough University has highlighted the importance of a good quality relationship between coaches and their athletes in ensuring world-class performance, and increasing successful and satisfying participation in sport at all levels.
Issued on 7 September, 2012
Riccardo & Intelligent Energy announce partnership
Non-exclusive partnership provides customers with a complete engineering capability to develop fuel cell electric vehicles.
Issued on 6 September, 2012
Study aims to increase transport choices for people with limited mobility
Local people with limited mobility are needed to take part in a Loughborough University study to trial a new website aimed at improving access to public transport.
Issued on 5 September, 2012
Loughborough experts to lead international debate on the safe movement of patients
Reducing risk and preventing workplace injuries when moving patients will be the focus of an international seminar taking place at Loughborough University in September.
Issued on 31 August, 2012
Artist to shed light on his Hollywood successes at Loughborough University
Internationally acclaimed artist Iain McCaig – one of the motion picture industry’s leading conceptual designers – will be visiting Loughborough University in September.
Issued on 20 August, 2012
Loughborough students re-engineer brand for car maker SEAT
A team of students from Loughborough University has helped Spanish car maker SEAT put a new perspective on its brand as part of a unique experimental marketing project.
Issued on 20 August, 2012
Loughborough-led trials help develop drug-free therapy for insomniacs
Insomnia sufferers in England could have greater access to successful drug-free treatment, thanks to a training programme developed by Loughborough University’s sleep experts.
Issued on 17 August, 2012
Loughborough’s Reinvent the Toilet Challenge awarded prize by Bill Gates
Loughborough University has won a prestigious prize of $60,000 in an international competition organised by The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation to develop a reinvented toilet that is clean, safe, durable and affordable for the poor without the need for connection to electricity or a sewer.
Issued on 17 August, 2012
Research reveals the best psychological techniques to improve performance
As the 2012 London Olympic Games close and the country reflects on the record breaking performance of Team GB, sport and performance psychologists at Loughborough University have revealed the top psychological strategies to overcome competitive stress and optimize performance.
Issued on 15 August, 2012
Funding boost for Loughborough University’s disability sport experts
With the end of the 2012 London Olympic Games and attention turning to the Paralympic Games Loughborough University’s Peter Harrison Centre for Disability Sport (PHC) has received a funding boost.
Issued on 15 August, 2012
London 2012 build project a model for health and safety says new study
Innovative communication techniques that helped to prevent worker deaths during the Olympic build could be harnessed to benefit other construction projects – a research study carried out by Loughborough University has found.
Issued on 8 August, 2012
Loughborough postgraduate and athlete claims National University Entrepreneur title
Loughborough University postgraduate and elite athlete Felicity Milton has claimed the National University Entrepreneur 2012 title for her innovation, a sock featuring medically effective technologies to prepare and repair lower leg muscles and improve circulation.
Issued on 8 August, 2012
Olympic 10,000m medalists train with Loughborough's performance breathing aid
A breathing training device developed at Loughborough University has helped to prepare Britain’s Mo Farah and America’s Galen Rupp to claim the Olympic Gold and Silver medals in the men’s 10,000 metres.
Issued on 6 August, 2012
adidas and Loughborough University help to develop 'hot pants' for Team GB Cyclists
Heated trousers developed by experts from Loughborough University, British Cycling and global sports brand adidas are being used by Great Britain’s cyclists in their pursuit of Olympic glory.
Issued on 1 August, 2012
National initiative to examine how lifestyle changes affect long-term health opens for business
The National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) Leicester – Loughborough Diet, Lifestyle and Physical Activity Biomedical Research Unit (BRU) has opened its doors for business to look at how physical activity, diet and lifestyle can impact upon the prevention and treatment of chronic diseases.
Issued on 27 July, 2012
Research reveals tops tips from Britain's elite sports leaders
The secrets behind the success of those leading and managing Britain’s elite athletes have been revealed by sport and performance psychologists at Loughborough University.
Issued on 27 July, 2012
University’s staff volunteering effort rewarded
Scouts, Church groups, sports clubs and a pre-school are just some of the lucky organisations to have received awards in the latest round of funding from Loughborough University’s Community Donations Fund.
Issued on 26 July, 2012
Men most likely to use mobiles in the car
Male business travellers are three times more likely to be serial users of mobile phones when driving than their female counterparts according to a new study from Loughborough University.
Issued on 19 July, 2012
Loughborough congratulates iCity on its Olympic Park selection
Loughborough University has congratulated iCity on its selection as the preferred bidder to take over the Press and Broadcast Centres on Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park after the 2012 Games.
Issued on 17 July, 2012
Studying the flow of health and safety information in large organisations
Ensuring vital health and safety knowledge flows amongst staff in large multi-networked organisations is the aim of a new three-year Loughborough University project.
Issued on 17 July, 2012
Loughborough Students triumph yet again
Loughborough Students have won the British Universities and Colleges Sport (BUCS) overall trophy for the 32nd successive year.
Issued on 16 July, 2012
Lord Coe appointed as Pro Chancellor of Loughborough University
Lord Sebastian Coe, Chairman of the London Organising Committee of the Olympic and Paralympic Games (LOCOG) and one of Britain’s greatest athletes, has been appointed as a Pro Chancellor of Loughborough University.
Issued on 12 July, 2012
Greener cleaner travel project wins European award
A Loughborough University-led project to promote greener, cleaner travel choices and reduce the reliance on the car has won a prestigious European award.
Issued on 12 July, 2012
Loughborough rowers make Henley history
Matt Gotrel and Rich Watton have made history by becoming the first Loughborough University rowers to triumph at Henley Royal Regatta.
Issued on 11 July, 2012
Creating catastrophe models to help prepare for new Euro regulations
Catastrophe modelling specialist Dr John Hillier has been working with the British Geological Survey (BGS) to create a piece of open access software that could help the insurance industry meet new EU regulations.
Issued on 11 July, 2012
Loughborough University sprinter celebrates shock Paralympic call
Loughborough University’s Sam Ruddock is celebrating today after a shock call-up to the GB squad for the London Paralympics – just four months after taking up sprinting.
Issued on 10 July, 2012
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We need a third more earnings to make ends meet, say working families
Working families with children are being dealt a damaging triple financial blow in the recession, according to a new report by Loughborough University, which has been published by the Joseph Rowntree Foundation (JRF).
Issued on 10 July, 2012
Lightning players help GB to world triumph
Five Loughborough Lightning players have helped Great Britain triumph at the inaugural World University Netball Championships in Cape Town.
Issued on 10 July, 2012
Loughborough graduate a triple winner at national Design Awards
School of Art’s graduate Hugh Leader-Williams scooped up three awards at the prestigious graduate exhibition, New Designers 2012 for his furniture design.
Issued on 10 July, 2012
Santander celebrates Loughborough University's young entrepreneurs
Loughborough University has much to celebrate following the Santander Universities Entrepreneurship Awards with finalists in both award categories – the only university to do so.
Issued on 9 July, 2012
Jessica Ennis delighted after final Olympic preparation at Loughborough
Jessica Ennis showed why she is the golden girl of British Athletics by turning on the style and charm at the Loughborough European Athletics Permit (LEAP) meet on Saturday.
Issued on 9 July, 2012
Loughborough team wins national young entrepreneurs competition
A team from Loughborough University’s Department of Materials has won the 2012 nationwide Engineering Young Entrepreneur Scheme (YES) overall winners prize.
Issued on 6 July, 2012
Prime Minister visits Loughborough University
Prime Minister David Cameron paid a special visit to Loughborough University today (Thursday 5 July) to highlight the country-wide economic benefits of hosting the Olympic and Paralympic Games.
Issued on 5 July, 2012
Commonwealth Games silver medallist set to compete at Loughborough
Commonwealth silver medallist Katherine Endacott is set to compete at the Loughborough European Athletics Permit meet (LEAP) at Loughborough University on Saturday.
Issued on 4 July, 2012
Innovative technology serves up a new hope to the future of tennis
The UK’s leading sports engineers, an innovative British technology company and the Lawn Tennis Association (LTA) have worked in partnership to look for the first time in 3D detail at the spine during serve.
Issued on 4 July, 2012
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Olympic joy for Loughborough athletes
Twenty athletes with links to Loughborough University were among 71 track and field athletes named today in Team GB for the 2012 London Olympic Games.
Issued on 3 July, 2012
Loughborough Paralympian set to appear at University meet
Loughborough University discus star Dan Greaves is looking to compete at the university’s Loughborough European Athletics Permit meet (LEAP) on Saturday in preparation for his bid to win gold at the London 2012 Paralympics.
Issued on 3 July, 2012
Olympic torch lights up Loughborough University
Thousands of people gathered at Loughborough University today (3 July) to celebrate the Olympic Torch Relay, as it wound its way through the campus.
Issued on 3 July, 2012