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Loughborough secures ‘best university in the world for sports-related subjects’ title for eighth consecutive year

Loughborough has been crowned the best university in the world for sports-related subjects for the eighth year running by the global QS higher education league table.
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Experts in Sport: Instrumented Mouthguards and Concussion in Rugby Union

After Scotland hooker George Turner became the first player taken off the pitch due to a collision identified by a ‘smart mouthguard’ during the Six Nations Rugby, the validity and applicability of this technology is up for discussion among sports fans and academics alike.
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Loughborough University hosts bumper BUCS Big Wednesday

Loughborough University delivered a British Universities and Colleges Sport (BUCS) "Big Wednesday" to remember as it played host to a day of enthralling sporting action across its world-renowned campus.  
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Join April’s Inaugural Lecture event exploring solutions to pollution

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: The sports apparel waste problem

Sport has a major part to play within the apparel industry, encouraging high levels of consumerism among sports fans. But what actions can be taken to improve the industry’s environmental impact?
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Film screening: 50 years of litter on Skye – researchers report on half a century of ocean pollution on island beaches

A short film produced by Loughborough University hopes to highlight the issue of coastal pollution on the Isle of Skye and the efforts of researchers and environmentalists who are fighting to keep the beaches clean.
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Politics students named ambassadors for the Vibrant and Inclusive Communities Strategic Theme

Students Ghanim and Ahmad Muhammad Al-Muftah have been appointed as the University’s Strategic Theme Ambassadors for the Vibrant and Inclusive Communities theme.
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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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Experts in Sport: Coaching, Skills Acquisition, and Virtual Reality in Sport

Recognising that athletes vary in their technique and skillset is integral to performance development within sport. But how has research around this topic been informed by the advent of virtual reality and how far has it influenced the landscape of sport?
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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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Chief Scientific Adviser visits University

Professor Lucy Chappell, Chief Scientific Adviser for the UK Department of Health and Social Care has spoken of the potential impact of research across the School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences, following a recent visit to the campus.
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Loughborough Professor of Cyber Security appointed as one of four new Alan Turing Institute directors to address society’s biggest challenges through data science and AI

Professor Tim Watson, Director of the Cyber Security Centre at Loughborough University, is announced today by the Alan Turing Institute as one of four new Directors of Science and Innovation, tasked with addressing some of the biggest issues facing society.

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Loughborough University invests half a million in scholarships for international students

Loughborough University has invested over half a million pounds in a new scholarship programme that supports international students looking to study for a master’s degree in the UK.

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Experts in Sport: NFL, the Super Bowl and the future of American football in the UK

As one of the most significant sporting leagues in the world, the NFL holds a considerable amount of influence in developing world-class talent at an elite level to further their careers within the sport. But how has Loughborough University supported the development of the NFL Academy within the UK?
Minister of State for Science, Research and Innovation, Andrew Griffith MP, accompanied by Jane Hunt MP, meets with academics from Loughborough University.

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 discusses AI’s impact on higher education in new podcast

Loughborough University’s Vice-Chancellor, Professor Nick Jennings, has recorded a podcast with HEDx, Australia’s leading higher education platform, exploring the potential of technology and partnerships to create opportunities for global universities.
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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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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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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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Celebrated broadcaster and equality champion Diane-Louise Jordan awarded honorary degree

The Blue Peter presenter that broke the mould, Diane-Louise Jordan has been awarded an honorary degree by Loughborough University.
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World record-breaking mountaineer and Loughborough alumnus awarded honorary degree

The incredible achievements of the multi-world record-breaking mountaineer and Loughborough University alumnus Nirmal ‘Nims’ Purja MBE have been recognised with the award of an honorary degree.
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Brent Lakatos: From Canada via Loughborough with all eyes on Paris (VIDEO)

On first inspection, the Canadian city of Dorval has few similarities with Loughborough.
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Steve Varley announced as Ambassador for Loughborough University’s Strategic Theme for Climate Change and Net Zero

Loughborough University alumnus Steve Varley has been named the ambassador for one of the University’s three Strategic Themes, Climate Change and Net Zero.

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Institute of Advanced Studies welcomes sport policy expert to Loughborough

The Institute of Advanced Studies (IAS) was delighted to welcome Professor Josef Fahlén, an expert on sport policy and sport organisation, to Loughborough last month.

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Geographer embarks on prestigious Royal Society Leverhulme Trust Senior Research Fellowship

Dr Jonathan Millett, Senior Lecturer in Physical Geography, has recently started a prestigious Royal Society Leverhulme Trust Senior Research Fellowship.