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Loughborough University to exhibit at the Royal Society’s Summer Science Exhibits on Tour

The University is proud to be part of the Royal Society’s Summer Science Exhibits on Tour, taking place 30-31 August 2025, a weekend packed with activities, short films and engaging talks, all celebrating the wonders of science.
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Share your research at Pint of Science Loughborough

The international science outreach festival Pint of Science is returning to Loughborough in May and doctoral researchers, technical and research staff from across the University are encouraged to get involved.
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Green hydrogen research fuels a Net Zero Future at the Festival of Tomorrow

Scientists and engineers from Loughborough University and EnerHy, the Centre for Doctoral Training for Engineering Hydrogen Net Zero will showcase how green hydrogen can be generated, stored, and used for clean power at the Festival of Tomorrow.
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Loughborough input recognises role of universities in transforming creative industries

A Loughborough University academic has co-authored a report highlighting the important role universities can play in transforming the future of creative industries nationally.

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Museum exhibit showcases Loughborough's excellence in ergonomics & human factors

A museum exhibit developed in collaboration with Loughborough University is showcasing how ergonomics helps human development – from securing Olympic gold medals for Team GB to helping navigate rail stations and delivering progress to latest cancer treatments.
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Loughborough research on show at this year’s New Scientist Live

Loughborough University academics will showcase cutting-edge research on body perception and body illusions at New Scientist Live from 12 to 14 October at ExCeL London.

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Loughborough University announces agreement with local geopark

Loughborough University has announced a wide-ranging agreement with the organisation behind Charnwood Forest’s bid to become a UNESCO Global Geopark.
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Royal Academy of Engineering Ingenious award inspires future generations to design inclusive products

Loughborough University has received a Royal Academy of Engineering award for an innovative outreach project to inspire the next generation of engineers to make products and systems that are effective, safe and enjoyable to use.

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Rehabilitation research centre-stage at Royal Society showcase

Pioneering science and technology with the potential to transform the future of personalised rehabilitation will be showcased at Jodrell Bank Observatory next month.
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Think Human exhibition invites broad audiences to discover a world designed for people

Loughborough University is launching an interactive exhibition that showcases the diverse ways that Ergonomics and Human Factors make our lives better, safer and more inclusive.
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Health and wellbeing research showcased at Cheltenham Science Festival

Researchers from Loughborough University brought the science of healthy eating and exercise to life at this year’s Cheltenham Science Festival (4-9 June).
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Loughborough research community breaks its Pint of Science record

Loughborough University’s research community recorded the third largest Pint of Science event in the UK, with 55 doctoral researchers and staff delivering 21 events, 53 talks and two panel discussions in a variety of public spaces in Loughborough town on 13-15 May.
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Loughborough University strongly represented at major UNESCO meetings in Paris

Three Loughborough University staff and students were in Paris in early April to attend various key UNESCO meetings in Paris. 
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Pint of Science Loughborough brings the stars behind the latest research to a venue near you

The international science outreach festival Pint of Science returns to Loughborough as the University’s research community make their way from labs and offices to local cafés, restaurants and pubs to share their research stories.
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Loughborough researchers bringing science to life at Cheltenham Science Festival

Researchers from Loughborough University are bringing the science of healthy eating and exercise to life at this year’s Cheltenham Science Festival.

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Loughborough University hosts upcoming Manufacturing and Trade Conference

Loughborough University is hosting the East Midlands Chamber’s Manufacturing and Trade Conference on Tuesday 26 March.
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Share your research in public places at Pint of Science Loughborough

The international science outreach festival Pint of Science is returning to Loughborough in May and PhD students, technical and research staff from across the University are encouraged to get involved.
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Prioritise sport’s role in reducing crime, parties told

Political parties must prioritise the contribution of sport and physical activity if they are genuinely committed to tackling crime and anti-social behaviour more effectively, according to new research published today.
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Experts in Sport: AFCON and football development in Africa

Over recent years, an intense focus has been applied to developing national football teams across the globe. But how have schemes been implemented to ensure the progression of the sport continues and extends beyond the global west?
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Children’s geographies researcher joins inclusive leadership for public engagement programme

Katie Parsons, a Research Fellow in Children’s Geographies has been awarded a place on the Natural Environment Research Council (NERC) Inclusive Leadership for Public Engagement with Research Programme.

Loughborough research on show at Royal Society Summer Science Exhibition

Pioneering science and technology with the potential to transform the future of personalised rehabilitation will be on show at the Royal Society’s Summer Science Exhibition next week.
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Innovative research showcased at Cheltenham Science Festival

Cutting edge research from Loughborough University took centre stage at the 21st Cheltenham Science Festival last week.

Loughborough researchers help science come to life at the Summer Science Exhibition 2023

Loughborough University researchers are bringing to life science and technology that will revolutionise rehabilitation as part of the Royal Society’s Summer Science Exhibition from 4-9 July.

Loughborough researchers making science accessible to all at the Cheltenham Science Festival

Cutting edge research from Loughborough University will be part of the 21st Cheltenham Science Festival from Tuesday 6 to Sunday 11 June featuring hundreds of events with some of the best scientists, thinkers, writers and creators.
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Loughborough University researcher among STEM for Britain finalists

Dr Ishara Dharmasena attended the Parliamentary and Scientific Committee’s STEM for Britain 2023 presentation which took place at the Houses of Parliament on 6 March.