Policy briefing papers

Loughborough University has cutting-edge research spanning a range of disciplines. Researchers from across the University work with the Policy Unit to write briefing papers which they use to engage with and inform policymakers. This page showcases some of the briefing papers written by Loughborough University academics.

Early Years Mathematics Education

Exploring the development of mathematics skills in young people

AI in the Public Sector

Helping local authorities with traffic management through AI

Robotics in Manufacturing

Discussing governance and ethics regarding the use of collaborative robots in manufacturing

Political Crisis Communications

Changes in both political and information environments have brought significant challenges for crisis communication.

Digital Decarbonisation

Pioneering research into minimising digital-related carbon emissions

Busses Connecting Communities

Analysing the importance of the UK's public bus services

Low Carbon Cooking

Pioneering a shift from traditional biomass and fossil fuel-based cooking towards clean, sustainable solutions.

Flood Resilience Through Participation

Focusing on the social, educational, and wellbeing dimensions of resilience, particularly for children and families.

Physical Activity and Digital Skills

Research looking at the relationship between digital inclusion and physical activity

Noonan Syndrome

Policy recommendations to help people suffering with one of the most prevalent and most complex rare genetic conditions

Ethnic Diversity in Sport Leadership

Ethnically diverse groups remain under-represented in the senior leadership workforce in sports in the UK.

Dyscalculia

Cutting-edge research understanding the impact of dyscalculia

Mental Health and School Absenteeism

Researching the correlation between mental health and school absenteeism

Midlands Productivity

Addressing the productivity challenges in the Midlands and offering policy solutions.