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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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Families living with Noonan Syndrome call for more social support and medical awareness

Families living with Noonan Syndrome say there is a pressing need for more social support and awareness of the rare genetic condition.
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University research and innovation feature among finalists of Leicestershire Innovation Awards 2024

Loughborough University has seven finalists across seven categories in the Leicestershire Innovation Awards 2024.
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Loughborough University’s world-first lead-acid battery-electrolyser nominated in all three Academic Excellence categories of the 2024 Hydrogen Awards

Loughborough University’s world-first lead-acid battery-electrolyser has three nominations in the 2024 Hydrogen Awards which celebrate outstanding international achievements related to hydrogen adoption, implementation, and forward-thinking across various industries and sectors.
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Intelligent Energy Charitable Trust – applications open

The Intelligent Energy Charitable Trust once again invites local charitable and voluntary organisations to apply to its annual fund.
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New ‘Cost of a Child in Scotland’ research published ahead of final vote on Scottish Budget finds costs are still outstripping additional Holyrood support for families

A new report published today has found a huge gap remains between the cost of raising a child in Scotland and actual family incomes, despite the significant impact of Scottish government policies and lower childcare costs.

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Book now for March’s Inaugural Lecture event at our London campus

Loughborough University extends a warm welcome for everyone to attend these engaging public events, delivered by its Professors on campus.
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Serious doubts raised over WhatsApp’s misinformation strategy – new report

Personal messaging users have varying interpretations of the tags ‘forwarded’ and ‘forwarded many times,’ leading to the potential spread of misinformation, according to a new report.
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Study finds patients happy to get support on how to lose weight during routine dental appointments

As public health experts search for new ways to tackle the obesity crisis, a Loughborough University study has found that patients would welcome support from their dentist on weight management.
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Dr Kate Mathers’ UKRI Future Leaders Fellowship funding extended

Dr Kate Mathers has been awarded additional funding by UKRI to extend her successful Future Leaders Fellowship (FLF) to seven years.
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Minister of State for Science, Research and Innovation visits Loughborough University

Loughborough University was pleased to welcome Minister of State for Science, Research and Innovation, Andrew Griffith MP, accompanied by Jane Hunt MP, on Monday 5 February. The visit focussed on the University’s hydrogen capabilities and its broader research and innovation activities on climate change and net zero.
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Vice-Chancellor appointed to board of independent investment company supporting spinouts in the region

Professor Nick Jennings, Vice-Chancellor and President of Loughborough University, has been appointed as a non-executive director on the board of Midlands Mindforge.
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“Just because it’s controversial, we shouldn’t discount it” – Professor speaks out on Physical Activity Calorie Equivalent (PACE) labelling

Loughborough University’s Professor Amanda Daley has reiterated her belief that PACE labelling may help the nation become healthier.
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Register now for February’s Inaugural Lecture event exploring elite sport performance and artificial turf

Loughborough University extends a warm welcome for everyone to attend these engaging public events, delivered by its Professors on campus.
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Experts in Sport: Sport for Climate Action and Nature

As one of the largest industries in the world, sport contributes massively to the issue of climate change and sustainability. But what strategies can be implemented to ensure the environmental impact of sport is decreased to maintain its longevity?
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How simple changes can open up Britain’s green spaces so everyone can benefit from them

A typical British countryside walk may conjure up images of vast green fields, heather-topped moorlands, and of course, countless stiles providing access throughout the right-of-way network. However, while stiles connect trails and public pathways, they are a physical barrier to accessible green spaces for all.
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Online abuse aimed at elite athletes on the rise – new study

Online abuse aimed at elite athletes is on the rise, a new Loughborough University study has found.
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Loughborough expertise central to UK fruit production improvements

Developments at Loughborough University are helping tackle problems at the heart of the UK’s fruit production industry.
Colleagues from the Inclusive Engineering Excellence Hub receiving the Vice Chancellor’s Award for Advocates and Allies from Vice Chancellor Professor Nick Jennings.

Loughborough University Inclusive Engineering Excellence Hub receives Royal Academy of Engineering Diversity Impact Programme grant

Loughborough University is one of three UK universities to receive grant funding from the Royal Academy of Engineering (RAEng) Diversity Impact Programme for its flagship Inclusive Engineering Excellence Hub (IEEH).
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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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Loughborough researchers are part of new £6.5million flood research centre to combat climate change

A scientific consortium including Loughborough University researchers has been given millions to launch a research and training centre intending to better understand and manage flooding which has caused havoc across the UK this month.
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Loughborough University to benefit from funding boost to tackle county health inequalities

Loughborough University will benefit from a multi-million pound investment that has been awarded to the county council to help research and reduce health inequalities in Leicestershire.

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Sports technology researchers support Lord Bhattacharyya Engineering Education Programme

Loughborough University researchers have demonstrated how sport has the potential to inspire a new generation of engineers as part of the prestigious Royal Academy of Engineering outreach programme.
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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.
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Join the next event of the Loughborough Inaugural Lecture series

Loughborough University extends a warm welcome for everyone to attend these engaging public events, delivered by its Professors on campus.