December 2018 news

Loughborough University launches 2018 festive campaign to raise awareness of loneliness at Christmas

Today, Loughborough University is launching its seasonal health and wellbeing campaign aimed at boosting your happiness during the following festive weeks.

Why talking about memories with older family, friends and neighbours this holiday season could be essential for their wellbeing

This December, more than one million elderly people will experience loneliness and isolation according to figures by Age UK. As part of our Christmas campaign aimed at raising awareness of seasonal loneliness, Loughborough academic Dr Catherine Armstrong has suggested one solution from the tiny island of Hawaii that could make a big difference to someone.
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Design School launches student competition in partnership with Ford Motor Company Fund

Loughborough University’s Design School have launched a brand-new competition to students as part of an ongoing partnership with the Ford Fund, the philanthropic arm of Ford Motor Company.
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Let’s tackle fashion waste and be more clothing conscious this Christmas

It’s less than 20 days until Christmas and that can only mean one thing: it’s time to panic buy because once again gift shopping has been left until the last minute.

Reseach included in special issue of the Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport

A research paper looking at the military fitness test by a Loughborough academic has been included in a special issue of the Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport (JSAMS).
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The Living Wage is one of the UK’s most important academic breakthroughs, according to a new campaign

Loughborough work to establish the UK Living Wage – based on the minimum income needed to support a basic lifestyle – has been named as one of the country’s most important academic accomplishments.

Recipe: Create your own mince pie the 17th century way… with meat (VIDEO)

Loughborough literary historian Dr Sara Read, and colleague Dr Jennifer Evans, have unearthed a 350-year-old recipe for a true festive favourite – the mince pie. The duo cooked up the seasonal dish, with a slight difference, in the historically appropriate surroundings of Donington le Heath Manor House, in Leicestershire. Here is how they did it…
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Life Science Sector Deal highlights Midlands’ strengths in health innovation

The Government’s new Life Sciences Sector Deal, published on Wednesday 5 December, highlights the significant role that the Midlands plays in the UK’s Life Sciences sector.
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Loughborough University provides £18,000 in funding to secure construction of local community centre

Loughborough University is pleased to announce it has provided funding for the Grange Park Centre which now means building work can commence.
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Institute of Advanced Studies announces Themes for 2019/20

Loughborough University’s Institute of Advanced Studies (IAS) is delighted to announce that its Themes for the 2019/20 academic year are ‘Sound’ and ‘Water’.

Students making models with St Bart's pupils.

Virtual reality, model-making and more…school children enjoy campus visit and develop designs for new learning space

Thirty primary school pupils visited the university last month as they are working with Loughborough Architecture students to design an outdoor classroom.

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Places available for next semester’s Creative Writing classes

Bookings are now open for the next series of Creative Writing classes.
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Loughborough University publishes vision to support UK Industrial Strategy and nurture nationwide economic growth

Loughborough University has today (11 December) launched the Loughborough Area of Innovation – an ambitious vision for University-led growth aligned to the Government’s Industrial Strategy.

Hot working conditions greatly increase serious illness and decrease productivity

One in three individuals working in hot conditions experience hyperthermia or more serious symptoms of heat illness, such as acute kidney injury, nausea or fainting, a new study published in the Lancet Planetary Health has revealed.
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Undergraduate students recognised for academic excellence at celebratory event

Over 20 students were invited to an event at the University to celebrate their academic achievements.
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Simple tips to curb overeating can help prevent weight gain at Christmas

A study by Loughborough University and the University of Birmingham has shown that regular weighing at home and simple tips to curb excess eating and drinking can prevent people from gaining weight at Christmas.
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University celebrates record numbers of Development Trust Scholarships

The University is pleased to provide Development Trust Scholarships for students at Loughborough, which are often funded by alumni and friends of Loughborough.
photo of Dr Sara Read, Dr Oli Tearle and Dr Barbara Cooke getting into the festive spirit

Loughborough academics discuss festive poetry in podcast

A group of academics from the School of Arts, English and Drama have recorded a special Christmas episode for the School of Poetry podcast.
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PhD student wins international science slam competition

A PhD student from Loughborough University was recently announced the overall winner of an international competition which took place in Germany.
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Academics part of £11.2m project assessing the effectiveness of personalised breast cancer screening

Loughborough University academics are to conduct research as part of a large-scale international project investigating whether personalised breast cancer screening is a better screening option for women aged 40 to 70.

Christmas dinners: Why less affluent shoppers pay more whilst the wealthy pay less

The cost of a Christmas dinner has dropped by about £12.25 for wealthier shoppers over the last seven years while less affluent consumers are paying an average of £5.33 more, new analysis has found.
Graduation ceremony at Loughborough University London.

Leading surgeon and inspiring students honoured at Loughborough University London graduation ceremonies

Loughborough University London celebrated its third graduation day yesterday (Wednesday 12 December), honouring the achievements of the class of 2018 and one of the country’s top surgeons.
Charlie and Simon accepting the award on behalf of Loughborough University at the ceremony.

Loughborough claims top education award in China

Loughborough University’s ongoing popularity in China with students and their families has been recognised with an award from Tencent, the Chinese tech giant.
The 134m-long S. A. Agulhas II. Image courtesy of Weddell Sea Expedition.

Academic to embark on scientific expedition that will study giant ice shelf and attempt to locate Shackleton’s lost ship

A Loughborough University academic is embarking on a 45-day scientific expedition that hopes to increase understanding of one of the largest ice shelves in Antarctica and locate Sir Ernest Shackleton’s ill-fated ship.

Toys on the Table Trustee Bill Bowley and Action Executive Office Joel Brocklehurst.

Students set record for largest number of toys donated in one go to Toys on the Table

Students from Loughborough University have set a record for the largest number of toys donated in one go to Toys on the Table – a charity that ensures Leicestershire children, who would otherwise receive nothing, have presents to open on Christmas Day.