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Professor Qiuhua Liang named Royal Academy of Engineering Fellow

Qiuhua Liang, Professor of Water Engineering based in the School of Architecture, Building and Civil Engineering, has been named one of the 71 new Royal Academy of Engineering Fellows.

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Climate experts gather on campus ahead of COP29

UK and international climate experts gathered at Loughborough University last week to explore how global partnerships can drive innovation and accelerate progress in the fight against climate change.

Jeevun Sandher MP, Darren Jones MP and Chief Secretary to the Treasury during a recent visit to Intelligent Energy, with Vice President, Business Development, Dennis Hayter.

Loughborough opens the HyDEX Hydrogen Summer School

Loughborough University’s hydrogen research and innovation cluster opens the Hydrogen Summer School on 9 September – a week-long programme for industry, civic and research audiences to network and learn more about hydrogen technologies and applications.
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Eddie Hall case study: Scientists investigate the secrets behind former World’s Strongest Man winner’s super strength

Scientists from Loughborough University have been able to investigate the phenomenal power of former World’s Strongest Man winner and deadlift champion, Eddie Hall.
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Loughborough University researchers collaborate with World Wheelchair Rugby

Over the last several months, Loughborough University research has been taking place to support World Wheelchair Rugby’s (WWR) commitment and strategy to increasing female participation in the sport.
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Loughborough University research paves the way for wheelchair tennis success in Paris (VIDEO)

With the Paralympic Games just a few days away, Professor Vicky Tolfrey has discussed how Loughborough University research has positively impacted wheelchair tennis performance.
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Loughborough University to play key role in new £21.9m quantum technology hub

Loughborough University researchers are to play a key role in a new £21.9m government-funded quantum technology hub.

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Adam Peaty – the psychology behind returning to his best (VIDEO)

Adam Peaty’s recent performance at the GB trials will “bolster his confidence and belief” to achieve three gold medals in consecutive games, according to Loughborough University’s Professor David Fletcher.
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Rehabilitation research centre-stage at Royal Society showcase

Pioneering science and technology with the potential to transform the future of personalised rehabilitation will be showcased at Jodrell Bank Observatory next month.
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Peter Harrison Centre and Loughborough Sport deliver unique wheelchair time trial experience at star-studded Channel 4 Paralympics event

The Peter Harrison Centre for Disability Sport were recently invited to deliver a unique wheelchair time trial experience, at a Paris 24 Paralympics launch event, hosted by Channel 4.
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Is Paris under external threat this summer? (VIDEO)

As host city Paris ramps up for the biggest sporting spectacle on earth, all eyes will undoubtedly be on those vying for podium places.
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Adam Peaty and Mel Marshall – mastering the art of the athlete / coach relationship (VIDEO)

Adam Peaty and Mel Marshall. David Beckham and Sir Alex Ferguson. Femke Bol and Laurent Meuwly. Michael Phelps and Bob Bowman.
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Doping in sport – what’s the testing process? (VIDEO)

Ahead of a busy summer of sport, the issue of doping remains firmly in the news headlines.
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Water engineers win global award for pioneering open-source system for multi-hazard modelling

A team of Loughborough University water engineers in the International Centre for Informatics and Disaster Resilience (ICIDR) are a recipient of the 2024 Prince Sultan Bin Abdulaziz International Prize for Water (PSIPW) for its pioneering, open-source, multi-GPU hydrodynamic models to support flood risk assessment and management.

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Environmental challenges expected in Paris – new study

A new Loughborough University review article in the number one ranked Journal in the Sport Sciences, the British Journal of Sports Medicine, outlines the various environmental challenges athletes competing at Paris 2024 this summer will face.
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Dr Ishara Dharmasena named RAE Engineers Trust Young Engineer of the Year

Dr Ishara Dharmasena has been recognised by the Royal Academy of Engineering (RAEng) for his work in both nanogenerators and smart textiles for applications in healthcare technology.
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Loughborough-led climate programme receives £57m funding boost

A Loughborough University led climate programme will continue to carry out “transformative” work until 2030 – after receiving a £57m boost from the UK government.
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Think Human exhibition invites broad audiences to discover a world designed for people

Loughborough University is launching an interactive exhibition that showcases the diverse ways that Ergonomics and Human Factors make our lives better, safer and more inclusive.
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Loughborough study finds potential conflict with new window technologies

A Loughborough University led paper has found a “possible conflict” between the advancement in new window technologies and their goal to be more carbon neutral.

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Emergent Photonics Research Centre opens at Loughborough University

Loughborough University has launched a new research centre dedicated to revolutionising science and technology through photonics – the study of lasers and light waves.
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Health and wellbeing research showcased at Cheltenham Science Festival

Researchers from Loughborough University brought the science of healthy eating and exercise to life at this year’s Cheltenham Science Festival (4-9 June).
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Loughborough University development to improve solar panel efficiency

A new development at Loughborough University could fix a “significant problem” within the solar panel industry.
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Minimum pricing for alcohol helped curb demand during COVID lockdown

Minimum pricing can be very effective in reducing demand for cheap high-strength alcohol amid concerns about affordability fuelling problematic drinking - according to a study on the impact of the measure during the COVID lockdown.
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Loughborough research community breaks its Pint of Science record

Loughborough University’s research community recorded the third largest Pint of Science event in the UK, with 55 doctoral researchers and staff delivering 21 events, 53 talks and two panel discussions in a variety of public spaces in Loughborough town on 13-15 May.
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Loughborough University and PFA publish findings from joint research study into Snus use in professional football

Findings from a first-of-its kind study into Snus use in professional football have been published by the Professional Footballers’ Association (PFA) and Loughborough University.