Research success news

Loughborough collaborates with Perkins on demonstration of leading-edge hydrogen hybrid power solutions

Perkins is collaborating with Loughborough University and Equipmake to develop and produce an advanced multi-fuel ‘drop-in’ hybrid integrated power unit.

Loughborough researchers behind “first of its kind” AI tool that aims to cut time needed to survey and maintain RAAC

A “first of its kind” AI tool, that aims to cut the amount of time and resources needed to survey and maintain Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (RAAC) in buildings nationally, has been developed by researchers at Loughborough University.

Loughborough joins Turing University Network

Loughborough is delighted to announce it is joining the Turing University Network.
A researcher from Loughborough’s National Centre for Combustion and Aerothermal Technology carries out testing on an engine rig as part of a project with Rolls-Royce to enable hydrogen to be used as an aviation fuel.

Loughborough University supports Rolls-Royce hydrogen research project with world industry first

A Rolls-Royce hydrogen research project, supported by Loughborough University, has taken a huge step towards achieving net zero aviation.
Annie Godara and Kate Allan, who is holding her prosthetic invention

Loughborough-supported entrepreneurs shortlisted for Midlands Women in Tech Awards

Two inspirational female founders with strong links to Loughborough University’s research and innovation portfolio have been unveiled as finalists for the Midlands Women in Tech Awards.

A researcher testing the adidas Al Rihla Pro football

Loughborough University’s collaborative work with adidas shortlisted for best UK industry-academia partnership

Loughborough University and adidas are one of only six exceptional industry–academia partnerships from across the UK to be shortlisted for the Royal Academy of Engineering Bhattacharyya Award.
Ridzuan A-Rasid, who is pitching to win the National Three Minute Thesis (3MT®) competition

Loughborough Doctoral Researcher pitches for votes in national Three Minute Thesis Finals

On Friday 15 September, Ridzuan A-Rasid, a doctoral researcher from Loughborough University, makes history as the first finalist from an art and design background to pitch to win the National Three Minute Thesis (3MT®) competition.

Loughborough research on driver vision leads to Europe-wide safety changes to HGV design

Research by Loughborough University has led to the creation of a new European standard for HGV design which will help prevent hundreds of people from being killed or seriously injured each year.
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Loughborough research helps protect 50 million young people in sport

Research conducted by Loughborough University has assisted global sports organisations in keeping over 50 million young people safe when playing sport.

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Researchers discover evolutionary evidence in ultra marathon runners

The brains of ultra marathon runners taking part in gruelling long-distance races may hold clues about our evolutionary past, a new study has found.

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Short bursts of daily activity linked to reduced cancer risk

Promising new research suggests a total of just 4.5 minutes of vigorous activity that makes you huff and puff during daily tasks could reduce the risk of some cancers by up to 32 percent.

L-R: Prof Vicky Tolfrey (Loughborough University), Owen Tolfrey (Loughborough University), Will Brierley and Neil Stuley (AELTC Ground staff), Thomas Rietveld (Loughborough University), Ellie-May Storr (Loughborough University) and front Nick Webborn (Chair of BPA, Visiting Clinical Professor, Loughborough University)

Loughborough research at Wimbledon to drive exposure of wheelchair tennis

Research conducted by Loughborough University at Wimbledon has the potential to drive more exposure of wheelchair tennis.

Fieldwork in Bhutan – Professor Liang (centre) with colleagues

Loughborough’s Professor Qiuhua Liang appointed as UNESCO Chair

Loughborough University will establish the UNESCO Chair in Informatics and Multi-hazard Risk Reduction, with Professor Qiuhua Liang as the Chair holder.

World first: Researchers create CO2 measurement tool to calculate emissions caused by digital data

A unique carbon footprint tool has been created to allow businesses to measure the CO2 output of their digital data.

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Loughborough University part of £23 million UKRI investment in National Wind Tunnel Facility

Loughborough University has received multi-million-pound funding from UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) to create a new automotive wind tunnel.
Head and shoulders images of Dr Luana Oliveri, Dr Tamarin Norwood and Dr Ronan Lee

Three Leverhulme Early Career Fellowships awarded across Loughborough University

Three highly prestigious Leverhulme Early Career Fellowships have been awarded to researchers at Loughborough University.

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Loughborough to play key role in new Government unit established to maximise the potential of the UK creative industries

Loughborough University will be part of a new research team of creative sector specialists, established as part of a government project to give a £50 billion boost to the creative industries in the UK.

Loughborough ranked first in UK and 15th globally for advancing affordable and clean energy

The Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings have placed Loughborough University first in the UK and 15th globally for advancing Affordable and Clean Energy – the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 7.

Research England funding enables Loughborough and Ukraine twinning work to continue

Loughborough has been awarded further funding to continue its work with Beketov National University in the Ukraine, as part of a twinning initiative to offer support to academics, students and university leaders during the conflict.

Seventh year running for ‘best university in the world for sports-related subjects’ title

Loughborough has been crowned the best university in the world for sports-related subjects for the seventh year running by the global QS higher education league table.
Photograph of Dr Ishara Dharmasena with Jane Hunt, MP for Loughborough

Loughborough University researcher among STEM for Britain finalists

Dr Ishara Dharmasena attended the Parliamentary and Scientific Committee’s STEM for Britain 2023 presentation which took place at the Houses of Parliament on 6 March.

Three Loughborough academics awarded British Academy funding

Projects involving three Loughborough University academics have been awarded British Academy funding to maximise the impact of their cutting-edge work in developing countries.
The AIRBODS research team

Covid-19 air quality study wins national industry award

A Loughborough University-led study that has created the first ever guidance on how to design and operate non-domestic buildings to minimise the spread of airborne viruses has won a national industry award.
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Loughborough University awarded funding to support UK green growth and net zero ambitions

Loughborough University is among 14 research institutions to receive funding from the Industrial Decarbonisation Research and Innovation Centre to support innovative work to reduce carbon emissions.

Members of the Figura team in their lab at the Advanced Technology Innovation Centre on Loughborough University Science and Enterprise Park

Loughborough University spinout Figura Analytics closes seed investment round to take nanotech solution to the drinks industry

Loughborough University spinout Figura Analytics has successfully closed a seed funding round, led by a syndicate of angel investors, to bring its nanopore technology to the drinks market this year.