Loughborough University

(IN BRIEF) Researchers at Loughborough University have developed a brain-inspired computer chip that could significantly reduce the energy consumption of certain AI tasks, potentially by up to 2,000 times. The device uses nanoporous oxide memristors to process time-dependent data directly … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) New research from Loughborough University reveals that teenage girls face intense pressure to appear perfect on Instagram, often leading them to avoid posting altogether. The study introduces the concept of “expressive stasis,” where users want to share content … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Researchers from Loughborough University’s Centre for Lifestyle Medicine and Behaviour have found that primary care weight-management programmes can help children who are overweight or living with obesity achieve measurable health improvements. The study, published in Obesity Reviews, analysed … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Loughborough University is collaborating with Northumbria University and the Football Supporters’ Association on the Safer Stadiums research initiative, which aims to improve safety and inclusivity for women attending men’s football matches. The project invites women fans to share … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Loughborough University researchers, together with partners from the University of Bristol and the University of Melbourne, have found that social media algorithms on platforms such as TikTok and Instagram often direct people with eating disorders toward harmful diet … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Loughborough University has been shortlisted in two categories at the 2026 Sports Industry Awards, recognising achievements in environmental sustainability and sports communication. The Environmental Sustainability nomination highlights climate-focused initiatives across the University’s sports facilities, including the decarbonisation of … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Professor Mahroo Eftekhari of Loughborough University has been awarded an ASHRAE Fellowship, recognising her significant contributions to building services engineering and sustainable built environment research. Announced at the ASHRAE Winter Conference, where she was also elected Vice President, … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Loughborough University has secured a landmark partnership with Team England ahead of the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, becoming the team’s exclusive education sector partner and the first institution in Games history to feature on official podium kit. … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Loughborough Lightning Netball and Loughborough Sport have entered a new partnership with sports bra specialist boobydoo, appointing the brand as official sports bra partner to the Lightning squad and fitting and retail partner across the university campus. The … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Loughborough University has been appointed as the official custodian of the Spirit of 2012 archive as the organisation prepares for its planned closure in January 2026. Founded to extend the social legacy of the London 2012 Games, Spirit … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) UK researchers have developed a pioneering blood test using Fourier Transform Infrared microspectroscopy that can detect a single lung cancer cell circulating in the bloodstream. The technique analyses the unique chemical fingerprint of cancer cells, offering a simpler, … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Loughborough University has renewed its three-year partnership with SIS Pitches, continuing the collaboration around elite sports surfaces, performance environments and joint innovation. SIS Pitches remains official stadium pitch partner of Loughborough Sport and sponsor of both the men’s … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Loughborough University, the University of Leicester, and De Montfort University are inviting local residents to apply for paid research opportunities under the Collaboratory Research Hub, which aims to connect academic research with real-world community challenges in Leicester, Leicestershire, … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Dr Mahmoud Wagih of the University of Glasgow has been awarded the Royal Academy of Engineering’s Sir George Macfarlane Medal for his early‑career achievements in sustainability‑driven electronics and public engagement. Presented on 8 July in London, the award included a £3,000 prize … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) A new £5.6 million UK centre, led by Aston University and involving the University of Southampton and other leading institutions, is set to pioneer brain-inspired computing technologies. The centre will focus on developing energy-efficient neuromorphic computing solutions to … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Dr Amanda Pearce of Loughborough University has received a substantial grant from the Academy of Medical Sciences as part of the Springboard programme, which supports 62 early-career researchers across the UK with awards ranging from £100,000 to £125,000. … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Loughborough University, alongside Mission 89 and the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association UK Branch, has released the first comprehensive global report on sport trafficking. The document provides a detailed academic and policy analysis that includes a thorough literature review, expert … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) A new report by Loughborough’s Centre for Research in Social Policy (CRSP) shows that 35.9% of the UK population, equating to 24 million people, now live below the Minimum Income Standard (MIS). This marks a significant rise from … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Loughborough University has teamed up with Soul Padel to install two new padel courts on campus, set to open on 1 March 2025. Padel, a fast-growing sport that combines tennis and squash, will be available for booking by … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) An international team of engineers and physicists has made a significant breakthrough in time-domain spectroscopy by using quantum light to enhance sensitivity. Their new approach enables measurements of infrared electric fields with double the sensitivity of previous methods, … Read the full press release →