Researcher spotlight

The Policy Unit supports researchers from across the University access policy placement and fellowship schemes. These range from well-established schemes with think tanks and government departments, to bespoke opportunities developed by the Policy Unit in collaboration with partners.

Current policy placements

Policy blogs

Policy blogs written by Loughborough University researchers showcase timely insights, translating rigorous academic work into accessible commentary on public policy issues or learnings from placements. Through these blogs, our researchers contribute independent analysis to support policymakers, practitioners, and the wider public.

Dr Savannah Worne outside the Houses of Parliament

From the Lab to Legislation: How Scientists Can Engage with Policy

Dr Savannah Worne shares her thoughts on scientists engaging with policymakers following a period shadowing Baroness Liz Sugg as part of The Royal Society Pairing Scheme.
AI

Bridging Minds: Exploring AI Adoption Through the Royal Society Pairing Scheme

Dr Yang Lu has written with her reflections after shadowing a senior official working on AI Adoption at the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology as part of The Royal Society Pairing Scheme.

Ten Years of Sporting Future: Progress, Pitfalls and the Pivot to Place-Based Partnerships

This blog was written by Dr Mathew Dowling and discusses the legacy of "Sporting Futures" ten years on.

Turning Algae into Action: Reflections From a Knowledge Exchange Day on Water Quality

Loughborough University researchers, the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA), the Environment Agency and the Leicestershire and Rutland Wildlife Trust (LRWT) attend joint field trip.