2017 news

Chelsea Football Club fans

Loughborough University London and Chelsea Football Club join forces

Loughborough University London and Chelsea Football Club are delighted to have formed a three-year strategic partnership that will see the two organisations work together on research, internships, player aftercare and engagement activities.

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Survey reveals Loughborough graduates among UK high earners

Salaries for Loughborough University graduates are among the highest in the country according to new figures released by the Department for Education (DfE).
Aeronautical students UAS team

Aeronautical students to compete in Unmanned Aircraft Systems Challenge

A team of nine undergraduate Aeronautical Engineers from Loughborough University will design and build an Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS), also known as a drone, as part of the annual competition run by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers.
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Loughborough Doctoral College launched

Loughborough University has today (Thursday 22 June) launched its Doctoral College.
Danny Kerry

Queen’s Birthday Honours for Loughborough alumni and honorary graduates

In the Queen’s Birthday Honours list for 2017, six Loughborough University alumni and two honorary graduates have been recognised for their work in a wide range of areas.

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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.
Packaging design concept for Bear Vodka

Design students sweep international packaging competition

Twenty-two awards were given to Loughborough Design School students in the 2017 Student Starpack competition.
Some kestrels making a home for themselves at the university

Feathered friends build a home at Loughborough University

A group of kestrels has returned to its nest at the Loughborough campus.
Study into homophobia with the construction sector

Investigation into “institutional homophobia” within the UK construction industry will make minority voices heard

A study involving lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender employees working in construction aims to explore the effects of “institutional homophobia” within the £100 billion British industry.
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Daily movement programme has positive impact on children’s learning

Following a daily movement programme can improve children’s physical development levels and has the potential to boost their chances in the classroom, researchers from Loughborough University have found.
Train on the tracks choo choo

Transport technology from Loughborough University will shape the future of Britain’s railways as part of a £92 million innovation venture

Loughborough University will draw upon its award-winning transport systems research when it joins a £92 million academia and industry partnership aimed at developing the future of British railways.
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.
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Living standards squeeze tightens despite pay rises and tax cuts

Working families with children are facing bigger shortfalls in their household budgets this year, despite an increase in the National Living Wage and tax cuts, according to the Centre for Research in Social Policy at Loughborough University.
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Graduates sweep the awards at the annual New Designers show

Loughborough University graduates scooped four awards at this year’s New Designers exhibition – an annual contest which highlights excellence in design.
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.
a group of female construction engineers meet

Loughborough academic shines a light on women in construction

Jacqui Glass, Professor of Architecture and Sustainable Construction in the School of Civil and Building Engineering is calling for the construction industry to create a better working life for women working in construction.

17 Loughborough athletes heading for a home World Championships

A remarkable 17 Loughborough athletes have been named in the Great Britain team for August’s IAAF World Championships in London, with current University students David Omoregie, Jessica Judd and Morgan Lake leading the way.
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Academic publishes new book exploring health and medicine in early modern England

A new book which explores health and medicine in early modern England has been published by a Loughborough University academic.
Big Ben with a Union Jack flag

Conference will examine the twists and turns of the 2017 General Election campaign

Political strategists, journalists and academics will be gathering at the Loughborough University London campus on July 19 to discuss how the media covered the 2017 General Election campaign.
Professor Andrew Chadwick

World-leading political communication expert joins Loughborough University

Professor Andrew Chadwick, a world-leading authority on digital media, power, and democracy will be joining Loughborough University in August.

Lord Coe installed as Chancellor

Lord Sebastian Coe officially installed as Chancellor of Loughborough University

Lord Sebastian Coe has been installed as Chancellor of Loughborough University.
Doug Scott crawling down the Ogre

Honorary Loughborough degree for mountaineer who conquered the Ogre with two broken legs

Adventurer Doug Scott descended The Ogre – the most difficult mountain in Pakistan – with two broken legs.
Statue of the justice lady at the Old Bailey

Are the traditional gender distinctions of male and female an outdated concept in modern-day law?

Academics are set to explore whether a person’s gender is still relevant in modern law.
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.
Beth Walker-Smith at Pirelli

Loughborough University’s class of 2017 honoured at graduation ceremonies

This week, Loughborough University is honouring thousands of students at its summer graduation ceremonies. The achievements of students are celebrated as they reach the end of their degrees.