Scones with jam and cream

Music to your ears (and mouth): Study explores if cooking with sound could produce more environmentally-friendly jam and cream

Planning an afternoon tea to celebrate the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee? Have you got your jam and cream in?
Brett Holland and his team

Holland takes on new challenge with England Hockey

Brett Holland, Loughborough University’s Women's Hockey Performance Head Coach, will take on a new challenge in international hockey.

James Hollis in action

Hollis and Kearney set for World Para Swimming Championships

Loughborough-based swimmer James Hollis has been joined by Tully Kearney as the pair complete their final preparations for the World Para Swimming Championships in Madeira, Portugal.

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Lightning boss Burgess proud despite narrow defeat

Loughborough Lightning head coach Vic Burgess remains proud of her squad despite Sunday’s narrow defeat in the Vitality Netball Superleague Grand Final.

the new sis pitch on campus

Loughborough and SIS Pitches partner to bring sustainable pitch to campus

Loughborough University and its long-standing partner SIS Pitches have collaborated to bring a fully sustainable pitch to campus.

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Loughborough researchers collaborate with FIFA on artificial pitch testing (VIDEO)

Loughborough researchers have collaborated with international governing body giant FIFA to bring artificial pitch testing into the modern era.

Mkutaji Wa Nija

Radar wins funding from British Council for Archiving as Creative Practice project

The University’s art research programme, Radar, and Visual Arts Network South Africa (VANSA), have received funding for their collaborative archive project, allowing them to appoint Archive Fellow, Mkutaji Wa Njia.

Weight loss advice from GPs really can help people slim down and stay that way – new research

For people looking to lose weight, it can be hard to know where to start. Not only are there scores of commercial weight loss programmes to choose from, there’s also plenty of confusing and contradictory weight loss advice to be found online or in magazines.

Startups invited to apply for one of 20 places on Loughborough-based business accelerator

LU inc. has opened up 20 places for startups on its Autumn business accelerator.

Theatre audiences with accessibility needs risk returning to pre-pandemic levels of exclusion

A new report published by researchers from Loughborough and Kent universities recommends that theatres, arts organisations and funders should prioritise digital innovations to allow vulnerable audiences better access to live shows.
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School of Design and Creative Arts Degree Show launches today, celebrating a diverse and rich display of work from Loughborough University students

Loughborough University is delighted to unveil this year’s Degree Show showcasing work from finalists based in the School of Design and Creative Arts.

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Latest Fellowship Inaugural Lecture to be given by Dr Petre Breazu

Dr Petre Breazu will give his Fellowship Inaugural Lecture on Tuesday 14 June as part of the University series, organised in association with the Loughborough University Research Staff Association.

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Institute of Advanced Studies hosts Spotlight Series launching new Journal on Pacifism and Nonviolence

The Institute of Advanced Studies (IAS) is pleased to announce that its second Spotlight Series event on Pacifism and Nonviolence will take place on 20 June.

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Dr James Esson elected to Council of the Royal Geographical Society (with IBG)

Dr James Esson from the School of Social Sciences and Humanities has been elected to the Council of the Royal Geographical Society (with the Institute of British Geographers), the UK’s learned society and professional body for geography.

Find out where you can see the Birmingham 2022 Queen’s Baton Relay when it visits Loughborough University

It’s just over one month until the Birmingham 2022 Queen’s Baton Relay will visit the University, as it makes its final journey across England in the build up to the Commonwealth Games.

Loughborough secures top ten ranking for seventh consecutive year in Complete University Guide 2023

Loughborough has been ranked seventh out of 130 universities – securing a place in the top ten for the seventh year running – in the Complete University Guide 2023, published today (Tuesday 14 June 2022).
Sophie Hansson

Olympians aiming to make a splash with Loughborough Swimming

Loughborough Swimming has secured a major coup as two current Olympians have agreed to join its ranks.

Researchers to quiz astronauts about their mental health during space travel

Researchers are preparing to launch a new project to assess the emotional resilience of astronauts and analyse why spending time in space has a detrimental impact on mental health.
Picture of Georgina Harland with hands raised in the air, in excitement.

Alumni and friends celebrated in Queen’s Birthday Honours list

Four alumni, an honorary graduate, and a former member of staff have been named in the Queen’s Birthday Honours list for 2022. The list recognises people for their contributions to sports, charity, bird conservation, and disability services.
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Loughborough and Le Col agree strategic partnership

Loughborough University has agreed a strategic partnership with leading performance cycling brand, Le Col.

Community Donations Fund 2022 recipients standing in Oak Lounge on campus

Loughborough University awards funding for local projects

The University has provided funds to 16 charities as part of the Community Donations Fund, aimed at supporting projects that benefit the Charnwood community.

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Calling all students living off campus: Donate your unwanted items to support local causes and support the University’s sustainability drive

Students living in Loughborough town are being encouraged to donate their unwanted items before leaving University for the summer as part of a new campaign.
dr danny longman

Lecturer embarks on rowing challenge

Loughborough University lecturer Dr Danny Longman will attempt to break the existing world record for rowing across the Black Sea in the quickest time.

Ranah Stoiber in action

Loughborough tennis contingent set for Wimbledon

Loughborough University will have a large presence at Wimbledon this month as several of its athletes are set to compete at the major Grand Slam event.

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Can football enhance the lives of refugees? – new study

A new project from researchers at Loughborough University is set to investigate how football may improve the lives of refugees.