2022 news

Covid response sees Loughborough shortlisted for higher education’s most sought-after award

Loughborough University has been shortlisted for the prestigious Times Higher Education University of the Year award for its response to the Covid-19 crisis.

How to reduce gas and energy prices without spending taxpayer money

As Putin shuts off gas to Europe, Professor Alistair Milne explains how there is a way to circumvent Russian supplies and lower gas prices, but the plan is ambitious and requires European unity.

Yawning gap between what families on low incomes have compared to what public says they need to meet latest Minimum Income Standard

There is a growing gap between what people have and what is considered to be a decent standard of living, caused in part by the cost-of-living crisis, according to the annual update of the Minimum Income Standard (MIS).

Loughborough University partners with MPs to hold parliamentary conference on wrestling

In the wake of the WWE's first major event in the UK for 30 years, a group of MPs is announcing its intention to ensure the legacy of the event is a stronger and healthier wrestling industry this side of the Atlantic.

Loughborough part of new £1.8m project to evaluate police-led drug diversion schemes

Loughborough University is part of a new £1.8m project to evaluate police-led diversion (PDD) schemes for drug-involved suspects.

Season of free screenings to explore the controversial roots of gay and trans representation in broadcasting

Current controversies about LGBTQ+ representations in the media are traced back to their twentieth-century roots in a season of free public screenings at the Cinema Museum in London.

Loughborough trio nominated for prestigious sport management award

Three Loughborough nominees were among the finalists for the prestigious New Researcher Award at the European Association of Sport Management conference.
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Loughborough Professor made Fellow of the Academy of Social Sciences

Loughborough University’s Professor Andrew Chadwick has been awarded a Fellowship by the Academy of Social Sciences.

How climate change and net zero commitments will impact the future of war

A new project will assess the impact that achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2050 will have on the UK’s armed forces.
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Loughborough strengthens partnerships with Ukrainian networks and universities

Building on the memoranda of agreement signed with two Ukrainian universities in July, Loughborough has now signed an agreement with the Ukrainian Global University (UGU).
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Loughborough researchers making science accessible to all at the British Science Festival 2022

Loughborough University is hosting a series of events as part of the British Science Festival which takes place in Leicester from Tuesday 13-Saturday 17 September.
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Meet Orbit, the interactive robot that looks to help children with autism spectrum disorders develop social skills

“Hey there. Allow me to introduce you to your new companion, Orbit, a robot you can play with and listen to. Not only can Orbit hear you, they can feel you too.”
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Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II

The University is deeply saddened by the news of the death of Her Majesty The Queen. Our thoughts are with the Royal Family at this very sad time.

New scheme will enable Ukrainian refugees to rebuild their country after the war

Ukrainians who have fled the war in the East will soon have access to expert mentoring to help them rebuild their country once the fighting has stopped and it is safe to go home.
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On-campus exhibition reflects the caring responsibilities of academics during Covid-19 lockdowns

An exhibition currently open in the Martin Hall Gallery tells the stories of women academics trying to manage care responsibilities whilst working during the Covid-19 lockdowns from March 2020.

Experts to discuss how digitization will impact our future

InterAct will hold their annual conference at the beginning of October, aiming to discuss digitalization and how it can impact our future.

Experts to discuss how digitization will impact our future

InterAct will hold their annual conference at the beginning of October, aiming to discuss digitalization and how it can impact our future.
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Dunelm supports carers, care-leavers and estranged students with university starter-packs

The homeware company is providing support for a fourth year, helping Loughborough students settle into their new home.

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Loughborough team appointed to shape Kosovo’s national sport act

A team from Loughborough University has been appointed by the Kosovo government to draft the country’s new national sports act.

Fusion of research and innovation sees Loughborough excel in latest Knowledge Exchange Framework

Loughborough University’s success in working with business and commercialising its research has been underlined in the second iteration of the Knowledge Exchange Framework (KEF).

How nurturing refugee businesses can help with integration

A global surge in the number of people being housed in temporary refugee camps means new opportunities need to be created to allow those communities to integrate into their host countries.
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Food labelling should show how much physical activity is needed to burn off the calories, not only the number of calories

New research from Loughborough University shows that food labelling that includes the amount of physical activity needed to burn off the calories contained within it would be easier to understand than existing traffic light labelling, and would be more likely to help consumers to avoid high calorie foods.
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Loughborough University marks Black History Month

The University and Loughborough Students’ Union are celebrating Black History Month throughout October with a range of events and initiatives.

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Ace coach Phillips joins LUNTA

Loughborough University National Tennis Academy (LUNTA) has appointed Morgan Phillips as its new Academy Coach.

Macabre collection of ghostly tales released to reignite interest in author

A selection of supernatural fiction from 20th century author A.M. Burrage is being rediscovered in a new book which celebrates his eeriest and most ghoulish works.