Current Students and Staff

17 January 2025

How the UK’s plans for AI could derail net zero – the numbers explained

The UK government’s goal to increase public-controlled artificial intelligence computing power twentyfold by 2030 would significantly raise electricity demand. Can renewable energy supply meet it – and still have enough left over to electrify sectors like heating and transport, which must be fully decarbonised by 2050?

17 January 2025

The University partners with Loughborough Wellbeing Centre and launches 12-week Provision

Loughborough University has partnered with Loughborough Wellbeing Centre which provides a safe and supportive environment and runs a range of activities to support people's mental health in Charnwood and beyond.

17 January 2025

Staff and doctoral researchers: Do you use assistive or accessibility software?

The rollout of the Windows 11 upgrade to staff and doctoral researchers is now underway and is being managed by invitation.

17 January 2025

Lightning step up preparations ahead of season opener

Loughborough Lightning’s Wheelchair Basketball side’s quest for a fourth straight title will begin on Saturday 18 January with a trip to Worcester Wolves (tip-off, 5 pm).

17 January 2025

Israel/Hamas ceasefire

Whilst the announcement of a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas is to be welcomed, we recognise that violence in the region may continue. Many in our university community will continue to be profoundly concerned and affected by the ongoing conflict and the experience of uncertainty, loss and trauma.

16 January 2025

Cancer: microscopic beams of radiation could be a better way to treat tumours, according to studies in animals

Radiotherapy has been a cornerstone of cancer treatment for decades, offering a targeted approach to treat tumours. Yet, as effective as it is, it often causes unwanted damage to neighbouring healthy tissues – which can lead to many side-effects.

16 January 2025

Loughborough University partners with Charnwood Forest Geopark to drive research and community engagement

A few weeks ago, Loughborough University proudly announced a new partnership with the Charnwood Forest Geopark. This landmark agreement opens the door for exciting collaborative research and community engagement opportunities.

16 January 2025

Health research funding confirmed

Millions of pounds of government cash to help carry out wide-ranging research to identify the health needs for people in Leicestershire has been confirmed.

16 January 2025

Whatuni Student Choice Awards: Review Loughborough University for the chance to win £100

If you haven’t already, don’t forget to review Loughborough University for this year’s Whatuni Student Choice Awards (WUSCA).

16 January 2025

University briefing about UKRI Future Leaders Fellowship Scheme

The 10th Round of the UKRI Future Leaders Fellowship scheme will open on 3 February 2025.

15 January 2025

EDI Services launch new Voices of Diversity series for 2025

The EDI Services team, in partnership with the Events team, are pleased to announce the Voices of Diversity Mental Health Series.

15 January 2025

Dissertation and project success workshops

The University Library and Academic Language Support team are offering a series of workshops aimed at students writing dissertations and final year projects.

15 January 2025

Fine Art students open new exhibition on campus

From 17-31 January, 12pm-2pm (weekdays only) at Martin Hall Gallery, come along to see an exhibition by two current Fine Art students, exploring their experiences of working internationally.

15 January 2025

Loughborough University marks Holocaust Memorial Day 2025

There are three events at the University available to staff and students who wish to mark Holocaust Memorial Day (Monday 27 January).

14 January 2025

Wrestlers’ welfare has improved since the 1990s – but they still have a fight on their hands

In the recent Netflix docuseries Mr. McMahon (2024), former wrestler and bodybuilder Tony Atlas claimed: “We would have been looked upon, in today’s society, as some of the worst human beings walking the face of the Earth.”

14 January 2025

Sundews’ secret to survival: Study reveals how carnivorous plants adapt to microhabitat challenges

Scientists have uncovered how sundews, Charles Darwin’s favourite plant, become more carnivorous in certain habitats.

13 January 2025

Exciting opportunity: Join our new Leadership Learning Sprints

At Loughborough University, we are committed to fostering a culture of continuous learning and development.

13 January 2025

Celebrate the first signs of spring with a guided walk of Fruit Routes

Join artist Mita Solanky for a walk around Fruit Routes – our edible route of hundreds of fruit and nut trees and bushes on the Loughborough University campus.

13 January 2025

Share your story on Loughborough University’s Health and Wellbeing blog

In case you missed them, make sure to check out our recent health and wellbeing blogs covering a range of topics including overcoming fatigue, mindfulness, and incorporating fitness around working life.

10 January 2025

Experts in Sport: How Physical Education in schools can be improved through Models-based practice

Children's Physical activity levels in England and around the world remain stubbornly low.

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IAS Friends and Fellows Coffee Morning

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IAS Seminar: Forging the path to a Sustainable Built Environment

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Tech and Skills Builder Series