Research at Loughborough

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Our impact

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Empowering people to achieve extraordinary things

School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences
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Decarbonising the modern world
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50 years of litter on Skye

News

Associate Professor Trung Hieu Tran

UK SCALE Centre researcher recognised for transforming sustainable agricultural waste management in Vietnam

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Driving through water is the biggest cause of death during floods – here’s how it can happen

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Loughborough engineer awarded prestigious research chair

Anaphylaxis Kitt by Kitt Medical

Student project goes on to treat more than 50 life-threatening allergic reactions

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Three UNESCO Chairs

UNESCO Chairs make a significant contribution in tackling the most pressing contemporary global challenges. Loughborough University holds three UNESCO Chairs – more than any other UK university.

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Sport, Physical Activity and Education for Development

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Informatics and Multi-hazard Risk Reduction

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Storytelling Education for Sustainability

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Loughborough University has outstanding students and graduates, world-class facilities, and produces internationally recognised research outcomes. Explore how we can work together and support you to drive change in your organisation.

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Our experts

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Institute of Advanced Studies (IAS)

We’re building on a long-established record of international research collaboration across all of our fields and disciplines.

Research repository

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