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Why are females at a greater risk of knee injuries than men? Loughborough researchers are trying to find the answer

A difference in the distribution of muscle mass could well be the reason behind the greater risk of knee injuries in females according to the latest piece of research from Loughborough University’s School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences.

24 January 2018
Pictured is a person in a wheelchair and a person running. There is also the National Centre for Sport and Exercise Medicine logo.

Seven-time Paralympic medallist to present public lecture that highlights the importance of engaging all people with disability in sport

Seven-time Paralympic medallist Dr Cheri Blauwet will present a lecture at the end of the month that looks to emphasise the importance of engaging all people with an impairment in sport and physical activity as a means of promoting population health.

18 January 2018
Festive wine glasses

Christmas has your number when it comes to slumber – why certain people struggle to sleep over the festive period

Prepare to be ‘found out’ if you have a hidden predisposition for insomnia – Christmas exposes all your sleep vulnerabilities.

20 December 2017
Pictured is Dr Maggie Aderin-Pocock speaking at the graduation ceremony.

Renowned space scientist receives Honorary Doctorate from Loughborough University

Space scientist and BBC Sky at Night presenter Dr Maggie Aderin-Pocock MBE has been awarded an Honorary Doctorate of the University “in recognition of her contributions to science”.

19 December 2017
Picture of a Christmas turkey ready to be served

Christmas dinner of champions – what do elite athletes eat?

Christmas is a time for many to have a break from work, relax with the family and indulge in good food and drink. For elite athletes there are decisions to make. How much should I be training and what should I be eating and drinking?

15 December 2017

Connected and autonomous vehicle project aims to steer the next generation of automated public transport

A £13.4 million initiative to create a driverless transport testing area based in the Royal Borough of Greenwich and nearby Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park in London is due to be up and running by spring 2019.

29 November 2017

Forensic technology developed at Loughborough University will make it “impossible” for criminals to destroy fingerprint evidence

New forensic technology created by scientists at Loughborough University will make it “impossible” for criminals erase their fingerprints from crime scenes.

28 November 2017
poster for Pub Science 1 - Climate change

Pub Science – climate change, an uncertain future?

On Thursday 16 November, LU Arts will present the first of this year’s ‘Pub Science’ series, exploring the theme of climate change.

31 October 2017

Unique study asks whether one extra hour’s sleep can help manage weight and reduce fatigue

A new study by sleep experts at Loughborough University is examining how sleep and weight management are related.

12 October 2017
a group of female construction engineers

Inspiring women at Loughborough: Guest speakers describe their paths through academia

An event aimed at inspiring women to succeed will focus in the careers of four Loughborough academics.

9 October 2017
Scientist working in lab

Major investment sees partner expand operations at Loughborough University Science and Enterprise Park

Interface Polymers, based at the University’s Science and Enterprise Park (LUSEP) has secured a £2m investment round led by private capital investment group 24Haymarket to advance its unique Polarfin® copolymer additive technology.

19 September 2017

Loughborough University: Proud partner of a £276 million national infrastructure improvement programme, launched today

Loughborough University is part of a multi-million infrastructure research programme which has been officially launched in London today.

11 September 2017
climate change ice berg

International climate change conference to be hosted by Loughborough University

An international climate change conference will bring experts to Loughborough to discuss the threats, solutions and technology associated with the growing environmental phenomenon.

23 August 2017
Desmond Penrose and an engine

Former RAF test pilot speaks about the need for more female engineers in the UK

Dressed smartly for his interview, sitting and in the shadow of a decommissioned fighter jet in the atrium named after him, ex-RAF test pilot Captain Desmond Penrose is speaking passionately about the quality of the UK’s engineering industry.

24 July 2017
Quantum technology

Quantum technology summer school welcomes PhDs from the MoD

Ministry of Defence funded PhD students have visited Loughborough University for a week-long summer school aimed at developing their expertise of quantum technology.

14 July 2017
Atomic level microscope

Atomic-level microscopes will allow scientists to unlock the deeper mysteries of the natural world

Scientists are a step closer to creating powerful atomic-level imaging to “uncover the mysteries of nature” thanks to new research into exotic metamaterials.

12 July 2017
Professor Vicky Tolfrey in the research labs

Loughborough professor given International Paralympic Committee award

Loughborough’s Professor Vicky Tolfrey is to receive one of the International Paralympic Committee’s (IPC) top awards in recognition of her commitment to para athlete research.

5 July 2017
Front entrance of the university with logo sign

Loughborough to host international psychology conference

Loughborough University’s Centre for Research in Communication and Culture will host the 10th biennial International Society of Critical Health Psychology (ISCHP) conference from 9 – 12 July 2017.

30 June 2017
Members of the textiles technical team receiving award

Technicians recognised with Papin Prizes

Loughborough University has been awarded two Papin Prizes, which recognise the skills, talent and experience of technicians in higher education, across the UK and Ireland.

8 June 2017
Technicians working in a lab

Loughborough backs new initiative supporting research technicians

Loughborough University has joined forces with a group of UK universities and research institutions in backing a pledge to support technical staff.

31 May 2017
Front of the Loughborough University London campus

Sir Nevill Mott lecture 2017

Professor Zahid Hasan of Princeton University and Berkeley National Laboratory will present the 2017 Sir Nevill Mott lecture on Thursday 25 May.

18 May 2017
Bubbling plasma reactor for water treatment

Loughborough success in national science photography competition

Three Loughborough University PhD students have picked up awards in the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) Science Photography competition 2017.

16 May 2017
A plate of tempe, a soy product

University looking for participants for study assessing links between memory and soy product

Loughborough’s School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences are looking for participants to take part in a new study to assess the effectiveness of ‘tempe’ (a soy food product originating from Indonesia) in improving memory in older adults.

9 May 2017
Man measuring the size of his stomach

People with a normal BMI who carry weight around the middle at greatest risk of death

People with a normal BMI who carry their weight around the middle are at the highest risk of death from any cause compared to those who are overweight or obese but carry their weight elsewhere, Loughborough research has found.

26 April 2017
Lewis Wright

Loughborough researcher wins national science outreach competition

Lewis Wright, Postgraduate Researcher at the Centre for Renewable Energy Systems Technology (CREST) has won an online outreach competition for scientists, where school students are the judges.

6 April 2017
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