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).

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.
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University appoints its first-ever Special Envoys for India to develop new relationships and build partnerships

The University is delighted to announce it has appointed two Special Envoys for India.

Revolutionary forensic fingerprint technique could help fight against fraud

Forensic examiners can now determine whether a fingerprint was placed on a piece of paper before or after any text was printed on it.
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We studied 40,000 pieces of litter to find out where it all comes from – here’s what we discovered

Litter is perhaps the most tangible of all environmental problems. And it’s not just a disrespectful few who are responsible for it.

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How chronic stress stunts child growth

As we go through life, our health and wellbeing is impacted by a variety of factors that in turn affect our growth and development.

Military veterans praise ‘life changing’ support programme

Military veterans who attended Loughborough University’s first mental wellbeing support programme have described it as ‘life changing’.
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How ready are we for the next pandemic? New report analysing UK’s response to COVID-19 says technology is key

The COVID-19 pandemic has been labelled as the largest peacetime emergency that Britain has faced in the last 100 years.

Snowpiercer’s ‘eternal engine’ inspires the next generation of ultraprecise atomic clocks

UK scientists have created an ‘eternal engine’ to keep the next generation of atomic clock ticking.
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Revolutionising rehabilitation: Discussing a new £100m transformational centre and why people are looking to axolotls for answers…

Around the world, an estimated 2.4 billion people are currently living with a health condition that benefits from rehabilitation, and the need for such services and interventions is predicted to increase globally, says the World Health Organisation.

Cost of living report backed by former PM Gordon Brown

Former Prime Minister Gordon Brown has joined with 56 faith groups, charities and politicians to call on the government to take urgent action to bridge the cost of living gap faced by the lowest income families.

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Loughborough University and Caterpillar reinforce strategic collaboration to accelerate innovative technologies for a reduced carbon future

Loughborough University and Caterpillar have formally agreed to continue a strategic collaboration launched more than 25 years ago to accelerate innovative technologies within the off-highway powertrain sector.
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3x3 wheelchair basketball – how Loughborough’s research made a lasting impact (VIDEO)

3X3 wheelchair basketball is set to feature for the first time at the Commonwealth Games in Birmingham, with researchers at Loughborough University playing a key role in the development of the sport.

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Adam Peaty – a sports psychologist's view on his injury comeback (VIDEO)

As Adam Peaty embarks on his third Commonwealth Games campaign, the 27-year-old will certainly have his mind set on another podium place in Birmingham.

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Experts in Sport podcast – Commonwealth Games special (VIDEO)

Loughborough University’s Experts in Sport podcast returns with a bumper edition ahead of the Commonwealth Games in Birmingham.

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Loughborough continues to lead the way in Para sport research (VIDEO)

As the 2022 Commonwealth Games in Birmingham edge ever closer, the eyes of the world will once again be on the top sporting talent vying for podium places.

Representatives from Loughborough University, SportPark Pavilion 4 project team, Leicester and Leicestershire Enterprise Partnership and UK Anti-Doping at the topping out ceremony. The oak tree will be planted in the grounds of SportPark, adding to the established native species of tree and hedgerow.

£9m sustainable SportPark expansion on Science and Enterprise Park nears completion

A topping out ceremony has taken place to celebrate the latest milestone in the creation of a 2,000 sq m four-storey fourth pavilion to expand SportPark, the multi award-winning development on the University campus.

Loughborough University and the Johan Cruyff Institute have agreed a partnership to improve professional standards in the sports industry.

Loughborough University and Johan Cruyff Institute agree collaboration

Loughborough University and the Johan Cruyff Institute have agreed a partnership to improve professional standards in the sports industry.

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PING Performance Research Centre formally opens (VIDEO)

The PING Performance Research Centre has launched at Loughborough University to advance cutting-edge technology and innovation in the world of golf.

1-in-4 children living in poverty set to worsen during cost of living crisis

New figures released today show 3.6 million children are still living in poverty in the UK, down 200,000 (-2%) on the year before.

Nail varnish remover, shampoo and even fabrics, the surprising everyday items that originate from fossil fuels

What would a world without fossil fuels look like? To visualise this, a group of Loughborough University researchers have compiled a gallery of images revealing the surprising items we use every day that are sourced from fossil fuels - and the alternatives we might replace them with.

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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.

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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.

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.

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.