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Lightning stars selected for Vitality Roses 2022-23 Programme

Six Loughborough Lightning players have been included in the latest 24-strong England Netball programme.

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Experts in Sport: Sustainability and climate change

In the latest Experts in Sport podcast, guests Dr Maddy Orr and Dr Russell Seymour, provide an informative discussion on sport, climate change and sustainability.

Loughborough student Adedayo Odeleye has earned a dream move to the Houston Texans in the NFL as part of the 2022 International Player Pathway program.

Loughborough student secures dream NFL move

Loughborough student Adedayo Odeleye has earned a dream move to the Houston Texans in the NFL as part of the 2022 International Player Pathway program.

Irish Ambassador to the US welcomed to Texas exhibition about James Joyce’s Ulysses

The Irish Ambassador to the United States has commended an exhibition which highlights the vital role the women in James Joyce’s life had in his masterwork, Ulysses.

Using Artificial Intelligence to improve the health and wellbeing of people with learning disabilities

A new study led by Loughborough University and the Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust will use Artificial Intelligence to improve the health and wellbeing of people with learning disabilities.
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Loughborough researchers to collaborate with leading Universities in Australia

Researchers at Loughborough University have reached an agreement to work closely with colleagues from both the University of Sydney and the University of Queensland.

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Celebrate our music and arts scholarship students at upcoming lunchtime concert

A special lunchtime concert will take place on Wednesday (11 May) that will showcase the incredible talent of this year’s LU Arts music and art scholarship students.
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Institute of Advanced Studies launches first Festival of Ideas - Transitions

The Institute of Advanced Studies (IAS) welcomes international IAS Fellows, visiting scholars, artists and the local community for two weeks of events during its first Festival of Ideas, Transitions, taking place 16-27 May.

Royal Society honour for Loughborough’s Vice-Chancellor

Loughborough University’s Vice-Chancellor, Professor Nick Jennings, has been elected a Fellow of the Royal Society.

Abolishing legal sex and gender statuses – new report examines the pros and cons

A new report has set out the challenges and consequences associated with abolishing legal sex and gender statuses.

Loughborough appoints new Pro Vice-Chancellor for Research and Innovation

Loughborough University is delighted to announce that Professor Dan Parsons has been appointed as Pro Vice-Chancellor for Research and Innovation.

Birmingham 2022 Queen’s Baton Relay to visit Loughborough University as full England route revealed

The Birmingham 2022 Queen’s Baton Relay is confirmed to visit Loughborough University during its final journey through England this summer, as the full route is revealed.
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Loughborough student’s work features in art exhibition in Germany

Lulu Ao, a PhD student in the School of Design and Creative Arts, has just finished a run at the exhibition ‘Beyond Language’, in Tübingen, Germany.
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Family fun day led by Loughborough Students’ Union to take place this weekend

Loughborough Students’ Union (LSU) is delighted to once again be holding its Community Fun Day on Sunday 15 May, from 12pm-4pm.
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Lightning’s Six Nations heroes set for Franklin's Gardens clash

Loughborough Lightning will welcome back its victorious Women’s Six Nations players for Saturday’s landmark clash versus Harlequins Women at cinch Stadium at Franklin's Gardens.

Menopause: HRT’s brain-protecting effect may be overstated

Many women expect hot flushes, dry skin and night sweats when they reach the menopause. But the effect the menopause can have on the brain is rarely mentioned. This is something a recent Channel 4 documentary presented by Davina McCall explored.

New research finds 90,000 people die in poverty in the UK each year

New research published today shows that 90,000 people die in poverty in the UK each year.

REF 2021: Over 90% of Loughborough’s research is ‘world-leading’ or ‘internationally-excellent’

The results of the 2021 Research Excellence Framework (REF), published today (12 May), show that 91% of Loughborough University’s research is now ‘world-leading’ or ‘internationally-excellent’.
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ParalympicsGB star Young set to light up Loughborough International

Paralympic Games gold-medallist Thomas Young has confirmed his place at this year’s Loughborough International Athletics (LIA) event on Sunday 22 May 2022.

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Burleigh Court Conference Centre and Hotel wins 2022 TripAdvisor Travellers' Choice Award

Imago Venues recently announced that its flagship Burleigh Court property was recognised by Tripadvisor as a 2022 Travellers’ Choice award winner.
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Loughborough University to celebrate the tenth anniversary of Fruit Routes initiative

The University is inviting colleagues, students and the local community to join its tenth celebration of Fruit Routes, ‘In your Hands’.

Loughborough Lightning Wheelchair Basketball crowned champions

Loughborough Lightning Wheelchair Basketball crowned champions

Loughborough Lightning Wheelchair Basketball has made history by winning the inaugural Women’s Premier League title.

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Behind the Mask: The literary festival by Loughborough students

MA Creative Writing and the Writing Industries students at Loughborough are hosting a literary festival 30 May-4 June which is open to students, staff and the public, and sponsored by LU Arts.

Loughborough research to feature in the 2022 British Academy Summer Showcase

Research by Loughborough University will feature in this year’s British Academy Summer Showcase, an event designed to celebrate the work of Academy-funded researchers from around the world.

Low-income families face cost of living crisis without the government support they had in the pandemic

Families faced with uncertainties about how they can make ends meet with soaring living costs are not getting the kind of backup from the government that helped them survive the pandemic, a study has found.