Tom Plowman being a line umpire at Wimbledon

Loughborough Tennis make their mark at Wimbledon

Thanks to Loughborough Tennis’s programmes, created in partnership with the Lawn Tennis Association, students have played, officiated and analysed during Wimbledon this year.

Solar panels with the sun behind.

Loughborough expert contributes to new paper launched at House of Lords that champions UK solar expertise

A Loughborough University expert has contributed to a new report that champions the role of solar in the UK energy system and the extensive expertise and innovation in UK companies and academia.

Graduate born with bilateral cleft lip praises University for helping him to believe in himself

A graduate who was born with a bilateral cleft lip has praised Loughborough University for helping him to believe in his abilities and for encouraging him to pursue his love of rowing.

Residential aimed at inspiring girls to study STEM subjects hailed a success

A total of 50 Year 10 girls arrived on campus last week for an inspiring residential focused on STEM subjects.
A drawing of a woman sat on a moon.

How women and the moon intertwine in literature

In the late 17th century, the female English playwright Aphra Behn wrote a smash hit play about a man obsessed with the moon, who was constantly travelling there in his imagination. Exactly 282 years later, Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin actually made that dream a reality.

Moon Landing: How Apollo 11 inspired Loughborough’s Soviet-born scientists

The Soviet Union had beaten America to every space exploration milestone during the 1950s and 60s but one great achievement eluded them.
3 hockey players during a European Hockey Championship match

Loughborough represented at European Hockey Championships

Four students from Loughborough University are competing in the U21s Hockey European Championships, taking place in Valencia.
Dillian Whyte, who trains at Loughborough University, beat Oscar Rivas in thrilling heavyweight bout.

Loughborough-based athletes in record breaking weekend

Elite level athletes based at Loughborough University enjoyed a thrilling weekend of competition, which saw records tumble and championships secured across multiple sports.

Super Typhoon Yutu, strongest storm on Earth in 2018. Satellite view. Elements of this image furnished by NASA. Source: Getty Images.

‘Stark warning’: New research identifies deadly hidden weather hazard that has the potential to affect millions of people

NEW research, led by Loughborough University academics, has found that tropical cyclones followed by deadly heat is an emerging weather threat that could put millions of people at risk as global temperatures continue to rise.
Vice-Chancellor, David Roche, Chancellor at graduation

Dedicated Loughborough staff receive University medals

Three members of the University community were recognised for their contributions to Loughborough at the summer graduation ceremonies.

Loughborough swimmer James Wilby secured his first global medal at the World Championships in Gwangju, South Korea.

Loughborough swimmers in astounding World Championship one-two finish

Loughborough swimmers Adam Peaty and James Wilby sealed an emphatic one-two finish in the 100m Breastroke final at the World Championships in Gwangju, South Korea.

Loughborough Lightning's Amelia Harper has been named England U-20 captain.

Loughborough Lightning players representing England in the Tri-Nations Cup

Six rugby players from Loughborough Lightning have been selected to represent England in the U20 Women’s Tri-Nations Cup opener, held at the University.

Heatwave: Four key points for keeping cool in hot conditions

Record-breaking temperatures are being logged across the UK but research by Loughborough University can help you stay cool(er) and more importantly safer during the July heatwave.
Photo of representatives from CRCC Haitai and Loughborough University

Loughborough University’s Department of Materials partner with world’s largest railway rolling-stock manufacturer

Senior executives from CRRC-Haitai in China visited Loughborough University’s Department of Materials earlier this month to establish a joint research programme focused on brake systems for high-speed trains.
Loughborough’s Adam Peaty has won his seventh World Championship gold medal. Photo credit: Still Sport.

Superb Peaty wins gold in 50m breaststroke

Loughborough’s Adam Peaty has won his seventh World Championship gold medal with another blistering performance in the 50m breaststroke in South Korea.

Georgia Elwiss takes aim for Loughborough Lightning.

Three Lightning players included in England Squad for final Ashes leg

Georgia Elwiss, Jenny Gunn and Amy Jones have been named in the England squad for the upcoming three T20 matches against Australia in the final leg of the Women’s Ashes.
Hot earth.

Heatwave: think it’s hot in Europe? The human body is already close to thermal limits elsewhere

I am a scientist who researches climate hazards. This week I have published research on the potential for a catastrophic cyclone-heatwave combo in the global south.
Joanna Adams, CEO of England Netball, with new Head Coach Jess Thirlby.

England Netball announce new Head Coach on campus

England Netball has officially unveiled its new Head Coach at the Loughborough University stadium.

Loughborough swimmer Luke Greenbank

Peaty and Greenbank help GB to thrilling 4x100m medley relay gold

Adam Peaty capped off a memorable 2019 World Championships by helping GB secure gold in the 4x100m medley relay.

New quantum phenomena helps to understand fundamental limits of graphene electronics

A team of researchers from the Universities of Loughborough, Nottingham and Manchester have discovered quantum phenomena that helps to understand the fundamental limits of graphene electronics.
Tom Moorhouse at U18 6 Nations Hockey

Loughborough students represent Home Nations at international hockey competitions

Three Loughborough Students represented England at the U21 European Hockey Championships, held in Valencia, Spain.

'Three Years' by Daniel Bugg

Loughborough University showcases art collection at upcoming exhibition

Loughborough University will be inviting staff, students and members of the public to an exhibition displaying the rich and varied collection of arts and crafts across campus.
Photo of David Fletcher with his PhD Supervisor of the Year award trophy

Academic wins PhD Supervisor of the Year award

An academic at Loughborough University has been named PhD Supervisor of the Year at the 2019 Postgrad Awards.
Double Paralympic gold medallist Jonnie Peacock is set to compete at Loughborough European Athletics Permit (LEAP)

Strong line up expected at annual LEAP event

Some of the world’s best athletes have confirmed their attendance at the annual Loughborough European Athletics Permit (LEAP) on Tuesday 6 August 2019.