Vice-Chancellor, David Roche, Chancellor at graduation

Dedicated Loughborough staff receive University medals

Three members of the University community were recognised for their contributions to Loughborough at the summer graduation ceremonies.

Super Typhoon Yutu, strongest storm on Earth in 2018. Satellite view. Elements of this image furnished by NASA. Source: Getty Images.

‘Stark warning’: New research identifies deadly hidden weather hazard that has the potential to affect millions of people

NEW research, led by Loughborough University academics, has found that tropical cyclones followed by deadly heat is an emerging weather threat that could put millions of people at risk as global temperatures continue to rise.
Dillian Whyte, who trains at Loughborough University, beat Oscar Rivas in thrilling heavyweight bout.

Loughborough-based athletes in record breaking weekend

Elite level athletes based at Loughborough University enjoyed a thrilling weekend of competition, which saw records tumble and championships secured across multiple sports.

A drawing of a woman sat on a moon.

How women and the moon intertwine in literature

In the late 17th century, the female English playwright Aphra Behn wrote a smash hit play about a man obsessed with the moon, who was constantly travelling there in his imagination. Exactly 282 years later, Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin actually made that dream a reality.

Residential aimed at inspiring girls to study STEM subjects hailed a success

A total of 50 Year 10 girls arrived on campus last week for an inspiring residential focused on STEM subjects.

Graduate born with bilateral cleft lip praises University for helping him to believe in himself

A graduate who was born with a bilateral cleft lip has praised Loughborough University for helping him to believe in his abilities and for encouraging him to pursue his love of rowing.
Solar panels with the sun behind.

Loughborough expert contributes to new paper launched at House of Lords that champions UK solar expertise

A Loughborough University expert has contributed to a new report that champions the role of solar in the UK energy system and the extensive expertise and innovation in UK companies and academia.
Tom Plowman being a line umpire at Wimbledon

Loughborough Tennis make their mark at Wimbledon

Thanks to Loughborough Tennis’s programmes, created in partnership with the Lawn Tennis Association, students have played, officiated and analysed during Wimbledon this year.

Olympic rower and England Hockey Coach to receive honorary degrees from Loughborough University

An Olympic rower and an England hockey coach are among the inspirational figures to be recognised during Loughborough University’s summer graduation ceremonies.

Study to explore how to offset the health risks of sitting for too long

Researchers at Loughborough University are seeking overweight or obese male participants for a study that explores how to offset the health risks of sitting down for too long.
A Phantom drone flying.

Drone expert to develop technology that can measure objects as small as 0.5cm through water in a bid to understand how climate change is impacting rivers

A Loughborough University academic is developing drone technology to measure the size of small, underwater sediments in a bid to understand how rivers are responding to environmental drivers such as climate change.
Photo of Tom Holden and the Vice Chancellor

Graduand defies the odds after life-threatening accident

Tom Holden will be graduating at Loughborough University this Thursday alongside his peers from the School of Business and Economics, but his journey at Loughborough has been a particularly challenging one to overcome.
Loughborough University has officially been crowned British Universities & Colleges Sport (BUCS) champions for the 40th consecutive year

Loughborough University secures unprecedented 40th consecutive BUCS crown

Loughborough University has officially been crowned British Universities & Colleges Sport (BUCS) champions for the 40th consecutive year.
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London to be as hot as Barcelona by 2050? I research urban heat, and I’m sceptical

Barcelona just had a week of temperatures above 30℃. It’s a few degrees hotter than the long-term average, but no heatwave.

New study reveals the most effective ways to network

A new study by Loughborough University and Imago Venues has revealed the most effective ways to network.
A field of solar panels.

Loughborough expert helps construct new United Nations specifications that could lead to huge international investments in solar energy

A Loughborough University academic has helped construct new United Nations specifications that have the potential to boost solar energy investments across the globe if implemented.
Recipients of London Open Fund

Loughborough University London Open Fund awards small grants to community organisations

On 3 July 2019 Loughborough University London awarded small grants to ten community organisations to support their work with local people.
panellists at Journey Makers event

Loughborough academic discusses the future of driverless cars

Loughborough University recently took part in an expert discussion on the future of driverless cars.

Photo of the New Designers venue

Design students commended by industry experts at New Designers

Many final-year students and their projects have been highly praised by a selection of judges at last week’s New Designers Show.
3 actors on stage

NT Live: the Lehman Trilogy

Once again LU Arts are working in collaboration with student-led cinema, Flix, to bring the West End theatre to Loughborough.

Photo of Lauren holding her printed illustration in a frame

Enterprise student designs nostalgic print for the Loughborough Family

A student has created a print dedicated to the quirks of life at Loughborough University.
Cameron Fillery (centre) will compete for Great Britain at the European U23 Championships.

Loughborough athletes selected to represent Great Britain in multiple competitions

Loughborough University will once again be well represented at high-profile athletics meetings this summer, with a total of 17 athletes called up to Team GB.

Joshua Teodoro Specsavers photoshoot

Loughborough student designs collection for Specsavers

Joshua Teodoro, an Industrial Design student currently on a placement year, has designed five pairs of glasses for Specsavers after winning a competition.

Loughborough top university in England for overall student satisfaction in national survey

Loughborough has been ranked the top university in England for overall student satisfaction in the 2019 National Student Survey (NSS).
School of Science staff

School of Social Sciences awarded Athena SWAN Bronze award for advancing the careers of women in Higher Education

The School is the first at Loughborough University outside of a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) subject to receive a prestigious Athena SWAN award, recognising its commitment to promoting gender equality in career progression.