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Student Experience hat-trick for Loughborough at national education awards Loughborough University has won the Best Student Experience award for the third year running at this years Times Higher Awards. The highly coveted prize, which was announced last night (23 October) at a ceremony held at the Grosvenor House Hotel in London, was one of only two to be voted for by students.... 31 Dec 2008 Student Experience hat-trick for Loughborough at national education awards

Highways, Transportation & Waste Management 4 December 2008 Play teaches road safety message to pupils Children from primary schools across Leicestershire have been learning the value of walking to school and how to do so safely - thanks to a live theatre performance. Car Story has been performed in nine county schools.... 31 Dec 2008 Play teaches road safety message to pupils

University honours distinguished people At Loughborough University s winter graduation ceremonies, which will take place on Monday 15 December, honorary degrees will be conferred upon four distinguished people in recognition of the outstanding contributions they have made to sport, the University and business. At the morning ceremony, which will take place at 10.... 31 Dec 2008 University honours distinguished people

Community Services 2 December 2008 Snibston recognised as a centre for regional learning Leicestershire County Council s Snibston Discovery Museum has now been officially recognised as a Satellite Centre for the Science Learning Centre East Midlands. Science Learning Centres are part of a national programme to provide high quality professional development and training for primary and secondary science teachers.... 31 Dec 2008 Snibston recognised as a centre for regional learning

Volunteers needed for study into children s appetite and food preferences Loughborough University researchers are looking for volunteers to take part in a new study focusing on children s appetite and food preferences. Led by the Department of Human Sciences, the project will explore how children s food preferences develop.... 31 Dec 2008 Volunteers needed for study into childrens appetite and food preferences

Loughborough University Business School joins international elite Loughborough University s Business School has been awarded accreditation to EQUIS, the leading international benchmarking system for business schools around the world. To gain EQUIS accreditation, which is awarded by the European Foundation for Management Development, institutions must demonstrate high quality in all their activities, plus a significant degree of internationalisation.... 31 Dec 2008 Loughborough University Business School joins international elite

Chief Executives 24 November 2008 Boost for Leicestershire business A landmark business decision could help traders across Leicestershire to weather the economic downturn. Last week, Hinckley became the first place in the county to set up a Business Improvement District (BID) after town centre business voted in favour.... 31 Dec 2008 Boost for Leicestershire business

Hockey Olympian Bleby joins Loughborough s coaching ranks Olympic hockey player Jon Bleby has joined Loughborough University s coaching team as assistant men s hockey coach. The Loughborough graduate, who in Beijing helped Britain to its best Olympic result since the 1980s, takes up his role with immediate effect alongside head coach David Ralph.... 31 Dec 2008 Hockey Olympian Bleby joins Loughboroughs coaching ranks

Community Services 14 November 2008 Refurbishment at Loughborough Library Loughborough Library is to be improved with a new layout, lighting and new stock. The library will be closed from Monday 24 November, while the refurbishment work is being carried out, and will reopen on Saturday 20 December.... 31 Dec 2008 Refurbishment at Loughborough Library

TRAVEL PLAN PLUS The Future Direction for Travel Plans in Europe Academics at Loughborough University are leading a new European project aimed at reducing the energy use of Europe s transport sector. The project, which wants to promote greener, cleaner travel choices and reduce the reliance on the car, is called TRAVEL PLAN PLUS, which stands for Travel Reduction Attainment Via Energy-efficient Localities Planning .... 31 Dec 2008 TRAVEL PLAN PLUS The Future Direction for Travel Plans in Europe

Community Services 11 November 2008 Loughborough school to get second green flag Photo opportunity An environmentally-friendly school in Loughborough is receiving its second green flag this week. Robert Bakewell Primary School will be given the award in a celebration assembly at 9.... 31 Dec 2008 Loughborough school to get second green flag

Graduate wins national award for British icon-inspired designs Former Loughborough University Art and Design student Fiona Battersby has won the Nokia Student Design Competition 2008. Fiona, who graduated last July with a degree in Illustration, entered the UK strand of the international competition to create removable mobile covers and wallpaper for a new range of multimedia 3G phones, which were released in the summer.... 30 Dec 2008 Graduate wins national award for British icon-inspired designs

Chief Executives 5 November 2008 Wardens signal community approach to flood planning The increasing threat of climate change means that extreme weather events are happening more frequently. With the risk of recent floods across the country becoming more regular, it is essential that local people are prepared before any flooding occurs in this area.... 30 Dec 2008 Wardens signal community approach to flood planning

Double success for Loughborough University in national awards Loughborough University is celebrating two wins in The Engineer Technology and Innovation Awards 2008, as well as being shortlisted for a third. The national awards were set up to recognise the best examples of collaborative work undertaken by the UK s most innovative companies and its world-class universities.... 30 Dec 2008 Double success for Loughborough University in national awards

Loughborough to train scientists and engineers for Britain s future Loughborough University has won funding to continue with a centre that will generate the scientists needed for Britain s future it was announced today (5 December 2008) by the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council the UK funding body for science and engineering. The Engineering Doctorate Centre for Innovative and Collaborative Construction Engineering (CICE), which was established in 1999, has already achieved considerable success over the last decade.... 30 Dec 2008 Loughborough to train scientists and engineers for Britains future

PhD research by Loughborough student benefits school children Research by a PhD student at Loughborough University has helped two local school children become shortlisted for a regional award. Leanne Franklin, who is studying in the Human Sciences department under PhD supervisor Dr John Cromby, is assessing a number of youngsters on the effect a culture of fear has on childhood and parenting.... 30 Dec 2008 PhD research by Loughborough student benefits school children

Young entrepreneurial talent from Loughborough University reaches biotech final A team of bioscientists from Loughborough University have beaten off stiff competition to make it through to the final round of the annual Biotechnology Young Entrepreneurs Scheme (YES) competition where young scientists pitch their ideas to a panel of investors. This national competition is run by the Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC) and the University of Nottingham Institute for Enterprise and Innovation (UNIEI).... 30 Dec 2008 Young entrepreneurial talent from Loughborough University reaches biotech final

Community Services 10 November 2008 Report Rogue Traders at Leicestershire Libraries Savvy shoppers are being urged to report misleading and aggressive selling and scams during National Consumer Week, which starts on November 17. Trading Standards Officers will be available for one day in each of the ten main libraries in the County, to provide advice and record information about problem traders.... 30 Dec 2008 Report Rogue Traders at Leicestershire Libraries

Cabinet Office 7 November 2008 Office moves could save 1 million per year Taxpayers and County Council staff should benefit from plans to modernise offices and save up to 1 million per year. Leicestershire s ruling Cabinet is considering plans to revamp County Hall and have fewer but better located offices across the county.... 30 Dec 2008 Office moves could save £1 million per year

4 November 2008 Brand new childrens centres to open in Charnwood Photo Opportunity Four brand new childrens centres offering one-stop shops for parents and pre-school children are opening in Charnwood. Over 1.... 30 Dec 2008 Brand new childrens centres to open in Charnwood

University rewards long service On 30 October, 23 members of staff at Loughborough University will be presented with a certificate by the Vice Chancellor, Professor Shirley Pearce, to mark 25 years service. Each person has also been invited to choose a gift to the value of 150.... 30 Dec 2008 University rewards long service

New green facility underlines Loughborough University s commitment to sustainability Loughborough University today (Thursday 25 September) unveiled its new hydrogen refuelling station, underlining its commitment to the development and support of green technologies. The facility, one of only two currently operational in the UK, will enable the University to drive forward its research in this area, as well as provide a refuelling service to hydrogen vehicles used by campus-based organisations.... 30 Dec 2008 New green faciilty underlines Loughborough Universitys commitment to sustainability

Ground breaking innovations in healthcare receive prestigious awards Pioneering research to advance laser eye surgery and lab-based tests to assess individual patient response to chemotherapy, allergies and parasites were recognised last night at the 2008 Da Vinci Health Technology Awards. Organised by the Da Vinci Health Technology Innovation Network, the national awards recognise scientists, engineers and clinicians working together to save lives and improve patient care.... 30 Dec 2008 Ground breaking innovations in healthcare receive prestigious awards

5 November 2008 Childrens champion to meet young people in Loughborough A national childrens champion is visiting an award-winning youth group in Loughborough. Childrens Commissioner Sir Al Aynsley-Green will be meeting young people involved with the County Councils Dreamers project this Friday (7th).... 30 Dec 2008 Childrens champion to meet young people in Loughborough

Cabinet Office 7 November 2008 Multi-million pound bid to boost schools Schools across Leicestershire could receive a multi-million pound revamp, after the Government invited the County Council to bid for cash. Loughborough and Quorn could be first in line for a 80 million revamp, followed by Hinckley and Earl Shilton and North West Leicestershire and Shepshed.... 30 Dec 2008 Multi-million pound bid to boost schools

Globe design puts Loughborough student on top of the world Charlene Mitchell, a student from Loughborough University School of Art and Design (LUSAD), has won a prestigious national competition, run by The Daily Telegraph, to create a design for the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic opening ceremonies. The competition offered people the chance to put forward their ideas on how Britain should portray itself to the world-wide audience of millions who will tune in to watch the start of the Olympic and Paralympic Games.... 30 Dec 2008 Globe design puts Loughborough student on top of the world

Loughborough-based swimmer secures Olympic bronze Loughborough-based swimmer Joanne Jackson has secured Olympic bronze in the women s 400m Freestyle. Jackson was joined by Nottingham-based Rebecca Adlington who took gold to become the first British woman to win an Olympic title in the pool since Anita Lonsborough in 1960.... 30 Dec 2008 Loughborough-based swimmer secures Olympic bronze

Cricket helps state school children shine, says new report Cricket can have a significant impact on children s attitudes and behaviour in state schools, according to new research carried out by Loughborough University s Institute of Youth Sport. The report, which was commissioned by the Cricket Foundation, also highlights how the English game can help improve pupils confidence and social skills, overcome cultural barriers, generate enthusiasm within the classroom and increase activity levels.... 30 Dec 2008 Cricket helps state school children shine, says new report

Families needed for healthy eating study A new Loughborough University study aims to help parents encourage their children to eat the Government s recommended amounts of fruit and vegetables each day. Researchers from the School of Sport and Exercise Sciences are looking for families with at least one child aged 11-14 to take part in this exciting study, which evaluates a home-based healthy eating programme.... 30 Dec 2008 Families needed for healthy eating study

Loughborough University Scientist to help breast cancer patients return to work A Loughborough University scientist has received a pilot grant from one of the UK s leading breast cancer research charities, Breast Cancer Campaign, to explore the long term side effects of chemotherapy on women with breast cancer. The 11,000 grant, the first ever awarded to Loughborough University by the charity, forms part of 2.... 30 Dec 2008 Loughborough University Scientist to help breast cancer patients return to work

Art and design student scoops New Designers award Loughborough University art and design student Anri Moolman has clinched a top award at one of the design industry s most coveted events. Anri (22) picked up the Tigerprint Award at this year s New Designers exhibition, for her stunning printed textiles designs.... 30 Dec 2008 Art and design student scoops New Designers award

Local people share their views and memories of Olympic and Paralympic Games American athlete Michael Johnson s victories in Atlanta; Britain s Kelly Holmes winning double gold in Athens; and the murder of nine Israeli athletes in Munich in 1972. These are just a few of the memories, both good and bad, shared by people in Loughborough for a project undertaken by Loughborough University Library as part of the Cultural Olympiad.... 29 Dec 2008 Local people share their views and memories of Olympic and Paralympic Games

AstraZeneca donates equipment to Loughborough University Students at Loughborough University will find their work coming into better focus thanks to a donation from Loughborough-based pharmaceutical company, AstraZeneca. The Discovery Bioscience department, based at the company s research and development site at Charnwood, donated a powerful microscope and two machines capable of analysing single cells to the University.... 29 Dec 2008 AstraZeneca donates equipment to Loughborough University

World-leading research across Loughborough University Loughborough has been confirmed as one of the country s leading research universities, according to the results of the 2008 Research Assessment Exercise (RAE) published today (18 December). Every department was found to be undertaking research that is internationally recognised, with 18% of the University s research considered to be world leading .... 29 Dec 2008 World-leading research across Loughborough University

University and businesses show maths adds up to a great career Highflying employees from some of the country s leading businesses will gather at Loughborough University this week to give school students the inside track on the importance of mathematics to their careers. Employees from AstraZeneca, Capital One, Jacobs and Rolls-Royce will address around seventy Year 11 students from five local colleges at the Maths at Work Conference, being held on 16 December.... 29 Dec 2008 University and businesses show maths adds up to a great career

Loughborough graduates score a hat-trick at textile industry s leading event Three graduates from Loughborough University School of Art and Design have been awarded coveted textile prizes at Texprint, the industry s leading exhibition event. Multimedia Textiles graduates Eleanor Feddon and Victoria Shepherd, and Printed Textiles graduate Hannah Jefferies were presented with their prizes on 24 September by the renowned British designer Sir Paul Smith.... 29 Dec 2008 Loughborough graduates score a hat-trick at textile industrys leading event

Tackling the invisible terrorist threat A new device that can identify tiny amounts of explosive particles invisible to the naked eye on people, clothing and luggage has been developed by Loughborough University engineers. The Explosive Residue Detection system can remotely scan crowded areas, such as airports and train stations, alerting an operator if it detects traces of explosives.... 29 Dec 2008 Tackling the invisible terrorist threat

Largest ever Loughborough contingent are ready for Beijing Olympics A staggering 55 Loughborough students past and present and University-based athletes are making their final preparations for the much anticipated Beijing Olympic and Paralympic Games, which kick off this weekend. Loughborough will be represented by athletes across eight different sports and four different nations, with more than 20 support staff also directly involved with teams at the Games.... 29 Dec 2008 Largest ever Loughborough contingent are ready for Beijing Olympics

Two Loughborough University spin out companies win first ever Lord Stafford Awards for the East Midlands... 29 Dec 2008 Two Loughborough University spin out companies win first ever Lord Stafford Awards for the East Midlands

Engineering solutions to aid the quest for medals Paralympic frames developed by experts at Loughborough University have already been used by one gold medal-winning athlete and could benefit even more over the next four years. A team of engineers at the University s Sports Technology Institute were set the challenge of developing new frames for four Beijing-bound Paralympic athletes by UK Sport s Research and Innovation programme.... 29 Dec 2008 Engineering solutions to aid the quest for medals

University cricketer awarded Leicestershire internship Loughborough University cricketer Johan Malcolm has signed a three month internship with Leicestershire as part of a new MCC programme. Malcolm, who has just completed his final year of Business Economics and Finance at Loughborough, is one of just three university cricketers in the country to benefit from the MCC scheme which funds players contracts while the county assumes responsibility for their management as they undergo an extended trial.... 29 Dec 2008 University cricketer awarded Leicestershire internship

Loughborough University to lead 4 million project on cutting household carbon Loughborough University and the University of Reading are leading two separate groups, which will share 4. 2 million for work focusing on reducing the substantial proportion of CO2 emissions that result from homes.... 29 Dec 2008 Loughborough University to lead £4 million project on cutting household carbon

Initiative cooks up prestigious award An initiative designed to help students develop their cooking skills, which is being piloted at Loughborough University, has won a prestigious television award. studentcooking.... 29 Dec 2008 Initiative ‘cooks up’ prestigious award

Loughborough University research finds tofu linked to poorer memory People who eat high levels of some soy products, including tofu and other so-called superfoods , may be at an increased risk of memory loss. Scientists from the Universities of Loughborough and Oxford, funded by the Alzheimer s Research Trust, worked with Indonesian colleagues to investigate the effects of high soy consumption in 719 elderly Indonesians living in urban and rural regions of Java.... 29 Dec 2008 Loughborough University research finds tofu linked to poorer memory

New guide aims to widen your literary horizons The latest edition of Who else writes like ? , a guide designed to help lovers of fiction discover new authors, has been published by LISU at Loughborough University. Now in its sixth edition, this established reference book and reading promotion tool points readers in the direction of other writers they might like to try, by recommending up to 12 alternatives for each of the more than 1,970 authors included in the guide who write in a similar style.... 29 Dec 2008 New guide aims to widen your literary horizons

Highways, Transportation & Waste Management 3 November 2008 Pupils brighten up to stay safe - Photo opportunity - Primary school pupils in the Loughborough area will be brightening up this winter as part of a major road safety campaign. More than 2,000 high-visibility vests have been donated to Leicestershire schools by technology company, 3M, which has its UK headquarters for health care at Loughborough.... 29 Dec 2008 Pupils brighten up to stay safe

Sunday Times names Loughborough University of the Year Loughborough University has won the coveted University of the Year title in this year s Sunday Times University Guide. The accolade is designed to recognise all-round excellence.... 29 Dec 2008 Sunday Times names Loughborough University of the Year

Experts present latest thinking on green energy at conference Some of the country s leading experts in green energy technologies are to present their current thinking at a conference being hosted this week by the Midlands Energy Consortium a group comprised of the universities of Birmingham, Loughborough and Nottingham. Delegates from across the UK will gather on 15 October at Loughborough University to hear the views of leaders from industry and academia on the generation and application of new, cleaner energies.... 29 Dec 2008 Experts present latest thinking on green energy at conference

Coach Gandy awarded prestigious athletics award Loughborough University Director of Athletics George Gandy has received a prestigious award from the British Athletics Writers Association for his services to athletics. Gandy, who has headed up the University athletics programme since 1976, was presented with the Ron Pickering Memorial Award by Lord Sebastian Coe at the Athletics Writers annual dinner, known as the athletics Oscars, in London on Saturday (25 October).... 29 Dec 2008 Coach Gandy awarded prestigious athletics award

Female athletes needed for bone health study New research by Loughborough University and the English Institute of Sport is hoping to discover why endurance athletes are more susceptible to stress fractures. Although athletes are extremely fit they are more likely to sustain injuries, with stress fractures being amongst the most common.... 29 Dec 2008 Female athletes needed for bone health study

Loughborough ten named in Team GB hockey squads Loughborough University players feature heavily in Britain s men s and women s hockey squads named by the British Olympic Association (BOA) this week. Eight students, past and present, are among 32 hockey players set to represent Britain in Beijing this August.... 29 Dec 2008 Loughborough ten named in Team GB hockey squads

Availability of drug-free treatment could help Britain’s two million insomnia sufferers perform better at work and at home... 29 Dec 2008 Availability of drug-free treatment could help Britain’s two million insomnia sufferers perform better at work and at home

Focus on enterprise as University appoints visiting professorship to City entrepreneur City entrepreneur, Graeme Radcliffe has been appointed a Visiting Professorship at Loughborough University, with a specific emphasis on the University s ambitious enterprise and innovation agenda. Professor Radcliffe will be closely associated with the Department of Electronic and Electrical Engineering.... 29 Dec 2008 Focus on enterprise as University appoints visiting professorship to City entrepreneur

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Student entrepreneurs reveal winning business ideas Three enterprising students have been awarded cash prizes to develop their innovative business ideas, after winning a student business plan competition. The annual competition organised by Loughborough University s Enterprise Office aims to encourage and support students in the area of small business planning.... 29 Dec 2008 Student entrepreneurs reveal winning business ideas

Loughborough University Sports Scholars invited onto British Olympic programme Three Loughborough University sports scholars are to be given a invaluable insight into the Olympic Games in Beijing as part of Britain s Olympic Ambition 2012 programme. Swimmer Daniel Fogg, hockey player Adam Harper and slalom canoeist Elizabeth Neave are amongst the country s most promising young athletes invited onto the British Olympic Association (BOA) programme.... 29 Dec 2008 Loughborough University Sports Scholars invited onto British Olympic programme

Loughborough University spin out Dialog Devices is NHS Showcase company It has just been announced that Dialog Devices, makers of Padd, the Peripheral Artery Disease assessment device, are an exemplar of innovation and practicality. Padd will be showcased in the NHS Alliance 2008 Conference this month.... 29 Dec 2008 Loughborough University spin out Dialog Devices is NHS Showcase company

A self-weighing suitcase Adjustable-heeled shoes Designs of tomorrow on view today! If you ve ever struggled to weigh your suitcase before jetting off on holiday, then a Loughborough student may well have come up with the perfect solution. Richard Taylor s novel new suitcase design has an integrated self-weighing device, allowing users to weigh their luggage with ease and without the need for bathroom scales! Richard s design is just one of hundreds that will be on display at this year s Loughborough University Design and Technology Degree Show, called Ideation .... 29 Dec 2008 A self-weighing suitcase... Adjustable-heeled shoes... Designs of tomorrow on view today!

45k prize launched to raise the level of innovation in healthcare A prize fund of 45,000 is announced today to encourage innovation in healthcare technologies. The competition is open to partnerships of university researchers, healthcare practitioners and companies of all sizes.... 29 Dec 2008 £45k prize launched to raise the level of innovation in healthcare

Loughborough remains one of UK s top universities in National Student Survey Loughborough has again been rated as one of the UK s top universities for student satisfaction in this year s National Student Survey. The survey, published today (11 September), places Loughborough fourth in the UK, based on the percentage of full-time students rating their overall satisfaction with their university course as four or five on a five-point scale.... 29 Dec 2008 Loughborough remains one of UKs top universities in National Student Survey

Beijing medallists mark start of Loughborough University SportPark build Building of Loughborough University s unique sports management hub SportPark is to start following an official launch attended by a group of the region s sporting heroes today (Friday 10 October). SportPark a 15m development at the West end of the University campus, was launched with help from Paralympic swimming champion Sam Hynd and two Loughborough students; Olympic silver medallist David Davies and Olympic triathlete Hollie Avil.... 29 Dec 2008 Beijing medallists mark start of Loughborough University SportPark build

Next generation sprint spikes developed at Loughborough University could be key to medal winning success... 29 Dec 2008 Next generation sprint spikes developed at Loughborough University could be key to medal winning success

Loughborough University a great place to work, say staff Staff at Loughborough University have given the organisation their overwhelming seal of approval, according to the results of the first-ever campus-wide staff survey. An amazing 95% of staff who took part in the survey say the University is a good place to work.... 29 Dec 2008 Loughborough University a great place to work, say staff

Loughborough student s work presented to Nottingham Castle A stunning solid silver water jug, created by Loughborough University student Musa Butt, has been presented to Nottingham Castle Museum and Art Gallery by the Worshipful Company of Goldsmiths. The jug was the winning design in this year s Young Designer-Silversmith competition.... 29 Dec 2008 Loughborough students work presented to Nottingham Castle

RoSPA recognises Loughborough University Professor for his life-saving work Professor Trevor Kletz OBE has received a Distinguished Service Award from the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents in recognition of his work to save lives and reduce injuries in the chemical industry. The prestigious award is reserved for those who have made an outstanding contribution to health and safety.... 29 Dec 2008 RoSPA recognises Loughborough University Professor for his life-saving work

Appeal of the NHS as an employer is fading, say health professionals Recently completed research by Loughborough University Business School has revealed that since 2005, many health professionals have become less willing to work for the NHS. The study, which was funded by the Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC), uncovered the opinions of 750 physiotherapists, occupational therapists, radiographers and speech and language therapists in late 2007.... 29 Dec 2008 Appeal of the NHS as an employer is fading, say health professional

Loughborough awarded First Class green degree Loughborough University has been ranked fifth, and awarded a First Class degree for its solid environmental performance, in the People and Planet Green League 2008, published yesterday (3 July). The University rose a staggering 28 places in this year s league table of 121 universities, providing a clear demonstration of the University s burgeoning position as one of the country s leading higher education institutions for environmental awareness and activity.... 29 Dec 2008 Loughborough awarded First Class green degree

University hosts rugby and football camps for kids this Easter Loughborough University is encouraging local youngsters to get active this Easter with week-long sports camps in football and rugby. Designed for young players of a range of ages and abilities, both courses develop players skills and build their confidence in a fun and safe environment.... 28 Dec 2008 University hosts rugby and football camps for kids this Easter

Loughborough trio win World University silver for triathlon A Loughborough trio secured silver for Britain at the World University Triathlon Championship in Turkey last weekend (28 June). Students Rosie Clarke, Carol Bridge and Loughborough-based Jess Towl, who joins the University in September, gained top finishes at the international meet to take the team to the podium.... 28 Dec 2008 Loughborough trio win World University silver for triathlon

Loughborough academic achieves international society post Loughborough University s former head of the School of Sport and Exercise Sciences (SSES) has been named President of an international society which focuses on research into obesity, physical activity and nutrition. Professor Stuart Biddle, who led the SSES from 2001-2007, is named President Elect of the International Society for Behavioural Nutrition and Physical Activity (ISBNPA) with immediate effect and will take up the role of President in June 2009.... 28 Dec 2008 Loughborough academic achieves international society post

Local girls learn the art of university life Five local girls have been given a taste of life as a university art student, as part of a national learning programme. The girls, aged between 16 and 18, spent one day a week over a period of four weeks with staff and students at Loughborough University s School of Art and Design.... 28 Dec 2008 Local girls learn the ‘art’ of university life

Report sheds new light on challenges faced by ex-prisoners A study by Loughborough University s Centre for Research in Social Policy (CRSP) has offered up a fresh insight into ex-prisoners experiences of employment and the difficulties they face when trying to re-settle into the community. The report, High hopes: Supporting ex-prisoners in their lives after prison, was undertaken for the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP).... 28 Dec 2008 Report sheds new light on challenges faced by ex-prisoners

University honours students for their community contributions At a ceremony to be held today (Wednesday 14 May) Loughborough University will recognise and reward its students who have taken part in community activities and made outstanding contributions to the local area. In total 11 students will be honoured with prizes and commendations.... 28 Dec 2008 University honours students for their community contributions

Loughborough eight in Beijing for Paralympic Games Eight Loughborough students, graduates and University-based athletes will represent Britain in three different sports at the Beijing Paralympics starting this weekend (6 September). Discus thrower Dan Greaves heads a list of six University-based athletes, while student Hannah Stodel competes in the Three-Person Keelboat (Sonar) and graduate Clare Strange is part of a British team in the wheelchair basketball.... 28 Dec 2008 Loughborough eight in Beijing for Paralympic Games

Loughborough University and adidas ensure England is represented at UEFA EURO 2008 competition The England football team may not be taking part in the UEFA EURO 2008 competition, but thanks to Loughborough University and adidas the country will be represented at every match through the tournament s official match ball. Dr Harland tests the new EUROPASS football.... 28 Dec 2008 Loughborough University and adidas ensure England is represented at UEFA EURO 2008 competition

Study shows health related exercise in secondary schools is overlooked A number of PE teachers do not appear to be effectively promoting health and physical activity in secondary schools, according to a Loughborough university study. Researchers in the University s School of Sport and Exercise Sciences (SSES) have discovered that despite being a compulsory part of the curriculum, health related exercise (HRE) is often marginalised or poorly delivered in many secondary schools across England.... 28 Dec 2008 Study shows health related exercise in secondary schools is overlooked

Loughborough shortlisted again for two Times Higher student awards Loughborough University has again been shortlisted for two Times Higher Awards for the Best Student Experience, and Outstanding Support for Overseas Students. Loughborough has won the coveted Best Student Experience title for the last two years, and last year also claimed the award for Outstanding Support for Overseas Students.... 28 Dec 2008 Loughborough shortlisted again for two Times Higher student awards

England host West Indies women at Loughborough International cricket comes to Loughborough next month when the University hosts back to back one day international (ODI) fixtures between England women and the West Indies on 11 and 12 July. The additional matches will provide England with valuable preparation ahead of the Natwest Women s series in August and are being played so West Indies can reach their required quota in order to qualify to play ODIs.... 28 Dec 2008 England host West Indies women at Loughborough

Loughborough cricket win Challenge Final at Lords The Loughborough University Cricket Centre of Excellence (UCCE) team has capped an outstanding season with victory at the MCC Challenge Final this week at Lords. Batting first, the students overturned a determined Leeds/Bradford UCCE side on Monday (30 June) in London at the home of English cricket, winning by 66 runs.... 28 Dec 2008 Loughborough cricket win Challenge Final at Lords

Silver and bronze for largest ever Loughborough contingent Loughborough collected silver and bronze at the Beijing Olympics as a 48-strong University group represented four nations in six different disciplines at the world s most prestigious sporting event. Swimmers David Davies and Joanne Jackson secured the honours for Loughborough; Davies swimming to silver success in the 10k open water marathon and Jackson winning bronze in the 400m Freestyle behind Britain s double gold medallist Rebecca Adlington, who trains with the University s swim programme three times a week.... 28 Dec 2008 Silver and bronze for largest ever Loughborough contingent

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6m to spearhead training for a healthcare revolution A surge in demand for revolutionary new medical treatments is to be met by training up a new breed of scientist at a 6 million specialist centre at Loughborough University. To realise the full potential of the latest healthcare advances such as regenerating cartilage and bone and growing heart muscle cells graduates are to be trained in the latest scientific techniques as well as commercial expertise.... 28 Dec 2008 £6m to spearhead training for a healthcare revolution

Loughborough trio take top spots at British Grand Prix Three Loughborough Olympians secured first place finishes at the British Grand Prix in Gateshead yesterday (Sunday 31 August). Lisa Dobriskey, Martyn Rooney and Goldie Sayers all took wins in their respective events at the final major domestic outdoor meet of the season.... 28 Dec 2008 Loughborough trio take top spots at British Grand Prix

Dancers costume delight thanks to student designs St Patrick s Day will see a local Irish dance group performing in spectacular brand new costumes after a special project which saw them join forces with Loughborough University and Charnwood Borough Council. The group Keating School of Irish Dance are regulars at a variety of events across Charnwood.... 28 Dec 2008 Dancers costume delight thanks to student designs

Olympic silver for Davies in marathon swim Loughborough University swimmer David Davies has won silver in the inaugural open water 10km marathon. The distance swimmer, who won 1500m bronze at the Athens Olympics, touched in 1 hour 51.... 28 Dec 2008 Olympic silver for Davies in marathon swim

Large Loughborough contingent named in Olympic athletics squad The British Olympic Association has named 14 of Loughborough s finest in its first wave of competitors selected for its Team GB athletics squad. Students Martyn Rooney and Harry Aikines-Aryeetey headline a list that includes eight Loughborough graduates and a further four University-based athletes.... 28 Dec 2008 Large Loughborough contingent named in Olympic athletics squad

Abstracts invited for sustainable urban development conference Abstracts are invited for the Second International Conference on Whole Life Urban Sustainability and its Assessment, being held at Loughborough University in April 2009. The conference is organised by the SUE-MOT consortium, which comprises of Loughborough, Dundee, Glasgow Caledonian, and St Andrews Universities.... 28 Dec 2008 Abstracts invited for sustainable urban development conference

Partners for Water and Sanitation join Loughborough University A national organisation that supports water and sanitation projects in developing countries is celebrating a move to Loughborough University today (12 March). Partners for Water and Sanitation (PAWS) was established in 2002 in response to the United Nations Millennium Development Goal targets to reduce by half the proportion of people without sustainable access to safe drinking water and adequate sanitation by 2015.... 28 Dec 2008 Partners for Water and Sanitation join Loughborough University

Saliva holds the key to reducing upper respiratory illness in athletes A Loughborough University study has identified a protein in saliva that could be key to ensuring the health and well-being of Britain s elite athletes. Vernon Neville, Professor Michael Gleeson and Dr Jonathan Folland from the University s School of Sport and Exercise Sciences have discovered that levels of the immunoglobulin A protein (IgA), which is found in human saliva, can provide advance warning of upper respiratory infections (URIs) a common cold, which are the most common medical complaint of athletes.... 28 Dec 2008 Saliva holds the key to reducing upper respiratory illness in athletes

Loughborough s Baker halts Argentina s Davis Cup whitewash Loughborough tennis player Jamie Baker denied Argentina a clean sweep of last weekend s Davis Cup tie with a thrilling victory over home favourite Agustin Calleri. The 21-year-old, who is based at Loughborough Universitys LTA High Performance Centre, became the only Brit to clock up a victory against a strong Argentinean side and in the process prevented the 2006 finalists taking their 10th successive 5-0 victory at a home Davis Cup.... 28 Dec 2008 Loughboroughs Baker halts Argentinas Davis Cup whitewash

Loughborough University launches eating disorders research centre Loughborough University has launched a new research centre to help tackle eating disorders and childhood obesity. LUCRED (Loughborough University Centre for Research into Eating Disorders) is one of the largest research centres in its field.... 28 Dec 2008 Loughborough University launches eating disorders research centre

Loughborough ranked in top ten for teacher training Loughborough s teacher training has been rated among the best in the UK, in the Good Teacher Training Guide 2008-09. The University was ranked ninth out of 73 higher education institutions in the league table, which is published by the Centre for Education and Employment Research at the University of Buckingham.... 28 Dec 2008 Loughborough ranked in top ten for teacher training

Loughborough lends a hand to soap and sports stars for cycle challenge Emmerdale star Kelvin Fletcher and former Motocross World Champion Jamie Dobb were at Loughborough University last week to prepare for an epic 1000 mile Cycle of Wishes charity bike ride which starts in just six days time. Fletcher, who plays Andy Sugden in Emmerdale, and Dobb, who is the last Britain to win a motocross world title, are part of a six-man team cycling from just outside Barcelona to Donnington Park as part of a 10-day trek for children s charity Make A Wish.... 28 Dec 2008 Loughborough lends a hand to soap and sports stars for cycle challenge

Loughborough lecturer on the winning team in 48-hour design challenge Loughborough University Design and Technology lecturer George Torrens was part of an inter-university team of designers that clinched first place in a new design challenge. Lecturers and researchers from the UK s top design universities were brought together in the unique 48 hour co-design challenge, which was organised by the Audi Design Foundation an established charity that supports inclusive and sustainable design.... 28 Dec 2008 Loughborough lecturer on the winning team in 48-hour design challenge

Loughborough artist s sculpture unveiled in Beijing s Olympic Park A sculpture by Loughborough artist John Atkin has been unveiled in Beijing as part of the celebrations for the forthcoming Olympic Games. John s sculpture is one of 25 artworks that were commissioned by the Beijing Municipal Government to form a major public exhibition in Olympic Park the heart of the Beijing 2008 Olympic Games.... 28 Dec 2008 Loughborough artists sculpture unveiled in Beijingss Olympic Park

The Times league table confirms Loughborough as one of UK s top-ranked universities Loughborough has retained its 12th place ranking, out of 113 institutions, in this year s Times Good University Guide, reinforcing its position as one of the country s leading higher education institutions In the individual subject tables, Loughborough is ranked in the top ten in 18 of the tables, and is rated number one in Building, Sport, and Librarianship and Information Management. The Times Good University Guide, published today (19 June) is based upon eight measures of quality student satisfaction, research quality, entry standards, student/staff ratio, services and facilities spend, completion rates, degree classifications and graduate prospects.... 28 Dec 2008 The Times league table confirms Loughborough as one of UKs top-ranked universities

Dobriskey heads Loughborough team for LIA Commonwealth 1500m champion Lisa Dobriskey heads a strong Loughborough team making final preparations for the University s annual international athletics (LIA) meet this Sunday (May 18). Dobriskey is joined by a host of Loughborough s high achievers, including World Junior 100m Champion Harry Aikines-Aryeetey, 400m European Indoor Champion David Gillick, 2007 National Indoor 1500m Champion Chris Warburton, World Indoor silver medallist Jeanette Kwakye and many of Britain s top ranked throwers.... 28 Dec 2008 Dobriskey heads Loughborough team for LIA

Shielding sportsmen and women from impact and injury Tae Kwon Do masters and international cricketers are working with Loughborough University to create the next generation of high-tech customised sports Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Experts from the University s Rapid Manufacturing Research Group and the Sports Technology Institute are investigating SCUTA a unique customised sports body armour that will protect wearers from heavy blows and ball strikes.... 28 Dec 2008 Shielding sportsmen and women from impact and injury

Minimum living standards: public consultation shows what people find acceptable A report written by experts from Loughborough University s Centre for Research in Social Policy (CRSP) and York University has revealed what the public believe people need to earn to have an acceptable standard of living today. According to members of the public, a single person in Britain today needs to earn at least 13,400 a year before tax to afford a basic but acceptable standard of living.... 28 Dec 2008 Minimum living standards: public consultation shows what people find acceptable

Loughborough Graduate Strange named in Paralympic wheelchair squad A Loughborough University graduate has been named in the British women s wheelchair basketball team for the Beijing Paralympics. Former Sports Scholar Clare Strange studied Sport and Exercise Science at Loughborough from 2001 to 2003.... 28 Dec 2008 Loughborough Graduate Strange named in Paralympic wheelchair squad

Loughborough does the double at national art awards Rhiannon Fraser, a Fine Art student at Loughborough University, has been awarded joint first prize in this year s Boundary Gallery Figurative Art Prize. She shares the 10,000 first prize with Ruth Murray, who graduated from the same course at Loughborough in 2006.... 28 Dec 2008 Loughborough does the double at national art awards

Loughborough Student wins top award at London ceremony Loughborough University Business School student Davina Jones has received a national award for her work in training home care staff. She was presented with the Home Care Trainer Award 2008 at the Ceretas National Home Care Awards, held in London.... 28 Dec 2008 Loughborough Student wins top award at London ceremony

Enabling work gets underway for Loughborough University SportPark Enabling work for Loughborough University s new SportPark building has begun this week (week commencing 7 April) at the West End of campus. A seven-week programme of work to prepare the site between Oakwood Drive and the A512 Ashby Road is now underway and is scheduled for completion by the end of May 2008.... 28 Dec 2008 Enabling work gets underway for Loughborough University SportPark

Loughborough track meet celebrates 50 years The Loughborough International Athletics (LIA) meet turns 50 this year as around 400 of the country s most talented athletes descend on the University on Sunday 18 May. Many of Britain s Beijing hopefuls are in town for the annual one-day event which has seen a host of Olympic stars compete since its inception in 1959.... 28 Dec 2008 Loughborough track meet celebrates 50 years

Opera singer and Welsh rugby legend among those to be honoured by Loughborough University Loughborough University will confer honorary degrees upon sixteen distinguished people at this summer s degree ceremonies, in recognition of their outstanding contributions to industry, academia, business, sport, the arts and society. Among those receiving awards are tenor Ian Storey, who graduated from Loughborough in 1980 with a degree in Furniture Design before embarking on a career in opera, and Welsh rugby legend Gerald Davies, who has been appointed manager for the 2009 British and Irish Lions tour to South Africa.... 28 Dec 2008 Opera singer and Welsh rugby legend among those to be honoured by Loughborough University

Loughborough University in top ten of national league table Loughborough is one of the top ten universities in the UK, according to The Guardian league tables 2009. Loughborough is ranked in tenth position out of 117 institutions in the overall table, making it the top university in the East Midlands.... 28 Dec 2008 Loughborough University in top ten of national league table

Second University spin out created under IPSO Agreement IPSO Ventures plc, the intellectual property commercialisation specialist, has today announced its wholly owned subsidiary Ipso Management Limited (IPSO) has created and invested in its second spin out company, Polyfect Solutions Limited, under its Framework Agreement with Loughborough University. Polyfect, a spin out from the Institute of Polymer Technology and Materials Engineering, has technology that demonstrates the ability both to reduce the cost of manufacturing plastic products and improve the quality of the plastic from which they are made.... 28 Dec 2008 Second University spin out created under IPSO Agreement

University welcomes kids on campus this summer Loughborough University s popular summer sports camps get underway this month providing children with a range of exciting great value activities during the school holidays. Children aged from five to 14 are able to access up to four weeks of activity through the University s multi-sport camps, as well as sport-specific training at five week-long football, rugby and cricket camps.... 28 Dec 2008 University welcomes kids on campus this summer

University seeks senior women for strength training study Loughborough University is seeking women aged 65 to 85 to take part in a brand new strength training study. Researchers in the School of Sport and Exercise Sciences (SSES) are investigating responses to strength training in older women and are looking for healthy volunteers who are interested in finding out how to get stronger.... 28 Dec 2008 University seeks senior women for strength training study

New book examines Blackface Minstrelsy in Britain A new book that explores the history and culture of minstrelsy in Britain has been published by a Loughborough University expert. Blackface minstrelsy is associated particularly with popular culture in the United States and Britain, and yet despite the continual two-way flow of performers, troupes and companies across the Atlantic, there is little in Britain to match the scholarship of blackface studies in the States.... 28 Dec 2008 New book examines Blackface Minstrelsy in Britain

Halls carbon footprint benefits from students competitive spirit A competition between Loughborough University s halls of residence has enabled them to drastically reduce their carbon footprint and raise money for charity at the same time. The Energy League pits halls of residence against each other in a bid to see which hall can reduce their energy consumption and their carbon footprint by the most.... 28 Dec 2008 Halls carbon footprint benefits from students competitive spirit

Loughborough student to exhibit at the National Portrait Gallery For the first time ever a portrait by a Loughborough University School of Art and Design (LUSAD) student has been selected to go on display at the National Portrait Gallery in London. Benjamin Cohen, a second year Fine Art student, entered his work into the gallery s BP Portrait Award, an annual competition aimed at encouraging artists to focus upon and develop the theme of portraiture in their work.... 28 Dec 2008 Loughborough student to exhibit at the National Portrait Gallery

Artist inspires local children to pick up their brushes Loughborough University artist Ben Cohen, who this year became the first-ever Loughborough student to have his work displayed at the National Portrait Gallery in London, visited a local school recently to help inspire the next generation of budding artists. Ben, who is a second year Fine Art student, spent the day talking to children in years four and six at Sutton Bonington Primary School, near Loughborough.... 28 Dec 2008 Artist inspires local children to pick up their brushes

Loughborough duo confirmed for Beijing triathlon team Loughborough student Will Clarke and University-based athlete Tim Don have today been officially named in Britain s triathlon team for the Beijing Olympics. The pair, who will be joined in China by Loughborough-bound Hollie Avil, achieved the qualification criteria at the Madrid BG Triathlon World Cup in Spain last month (May 25), both finishing top six at the international event.... 28 Dec 2008 Loughborough duo confirmed for Beijing triathlon team

JOINT PRESS RELEASE FROM LOUGHBOROUGH UNIVERSITY AND THE BRITISH UNIVERSITY IN EGYPT Loughborough University and the British University in Egypt consider energy research focus Members of the British University in Egypt (BUE) Board of Trustees met at Loughborough University on 21 May to discuss how the two institutions could contribute to the globally important priority of energy and climate change research. The meeting, which enabled staff and representatives from both institutions to discuss a range of strategic and collaborative developments, marked another milestone for the successful and developing partnership between Loughborough and the BUE.... 28 Dec 2008 Loughborough University and the British University in Egypt consider energy research focus

NanoWhat? Totally tiny technology! The iPod Nano is a household name, and the Tata Nano the world s least expensive production car is set to become one. But marketing buzzwords aside, what does the term nano actually mean? The 2008 East Midlands Nanotechnology Roadshow arrives in Loughborough on 15 May to explain just that.... 28 Dec 2008 NanoWhat? Totally tiny technology!

Royal recognition for Loughborough University research Loughborough University s world-leading research into road traffic accident investigation and driver sleepiness is to be recognised with one of the country s most prestigious educational awards. Her Majesty The Queen will present Loughborough with the Queen s Anniversary Prize for Higher and Further Education on 14 February at a ceremony at Buckingham Palace.... 27 Dec 2008 Royal recognition for Loughborough University research

Loughborough pair earn top honours at national student sport awards Loughborough students Liam Tancock and Nicky Shaw have been named the country s top student sports stars at the 2008 British Universities Sports Association (BUSA) Awards, held in London on 13 June. Swimming world record holder Tancock and England women s cricket vice captain Shaw were named National and International Sportsman and Sportswoman of the Year at the annual awards ceremony that celebrates the achievements of student athletes involved in the BUSA competition.... 27 Dec 2008 Loughborough pair earn top honours at national student sport awards

Loughborough to host England vs. Bangladesh fixture Loughborough University is to host a second international cricket fixture this July when England Under-19s take on a Bangladesh A side (6-8 July).... 27 Dec 2008 Loughborough to host England vs. Bangladesh fixture

Loughborough s Spriegal gets senior Surrey cricket call-up Loughborough University Cricket Centre of Excellence (UCCE) captain Matt Spriegal made his debut for the Surrey senior side this week in a pair of Friends Provident Trophy fixtures against county sides Essex and Sussex. The 21-year-old sports science student bowled eight economical overs against Essex on Sunday (25 May) and batted at number three against Sussex on Wednesday (28 May), scoring 17 runs in a rain-affected match.... 27 Dec 2008 Loughborough’s Spriegal gets senior Surrey cricket call-up

Loughborough s lightweight pair win at Henley Women s Regatta A Loughborough duo have helped the University rowing club to its best ever result with a winning performance at the Henley Women s Regatta. Sports Scholar Laurien Pepper and rowing partner Ruth Hobson won two races on the way to the elite lightweight pair final where they easily beat Kingston Rowing Club to take the Parkside Trophy.... 27 Dec 2008 Loughboroughs lightweight pair win at Henley Womens Regatta

Swimming: University Record puts Dale in Olympic contention Loughborough s Euan Dale set a lifetime best in the 400m Individual Medley to become the latest University swimmer to qualify for the Beijing Olympics this week in Sheffield. Dale s consideration time has pushed the number of University-based swimmers within reach of the Games to ten, with a further two days of competition still to go.... 27 Dec 2008 Swimming: University Record puts Dale in Olympic contention

Loughborough University professor is awarded prestigious fellowship A Loughborough University professor has been awarded a National Teaching Fellowship by the Higher Education Academy. The National Teaching Fellowship Scheme (NTFS) celebrates excellence in teaching by recognising individuals who are outstanding as teachers and promoters of learning.... 27 Dec 2008 Loughborough University professor is awarded prestigious fellowship

University campaign provides clean drinking water for Indian villagers A Loughborough University campaign to raise money from the sale of bottled water to provide clean drinking water for a remote Indian village has been a major success. imago, the University s in-house catering provider and events and conference organiser, launched its Raindrops for life campaign across the Loughborough campus in 2007.... 27 Dec 2008 University campaign provides clean drinking water for Indian villagers

Graduate Kellogg makes third Olympic badminton appearance Loughborough graduate Donna Kellogg has been named in the British badminton squad for this summer s Beijing Olympics. Kellogg has been selected for the women s doubles alongside Athens Olympic medallist Gail Emms and will team up with mixed doubles partner Anthony Clark, who she partnered for the recent European Championship title, for her third Olympic appearance in China.... 27 Dec 2008 Graduate Kellogg makes third Olympic badminton appearance

Loughborough s Tancock on top of the world Loughborough student Liam Tancock became Britain s first World Record holder since 2002 with a powerful performance in the 50m Backstroke at the British Swimming Championships in Sheffield. Tancock s effort was the highlight of a series of top displays from Loughborough University s swimmers as Ross Davenport and Kate Haywood became the latest athletes to secure qualification times for the Beijing Olympics.... 27 Dec 2008 Loughborough’s Tancock on top of the world

Loughborough University academic calls for new Government department to prevent further data loss disasters... 27 Dec 2008 Loughborough University academic calls for new Government department to prevent further data loss disasters

Loughborough University researchers win prestigious medal Staff from Loughborough University s Department of Chemical Engineering have won a prestigious international award. Professor Geoff Hankinson and Dr Barbara Lowesmith from the Department, Dr Mike Acton of Advantica Ltd, and Professor Geoff Chamberlain from Shell Global Solutions and Visiting Industrial Professor in the Department, have been presented with the Hutchison Medal for 2007 by the Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE).... 27 Dec 2008 Loughborough University researchers win prestigous medal

Loughborough University to broadcast Real Varsity clash Loughborough University will be streaming a live broadcast of its renowned Real Varsity rugby clash today (Wednesday 30 April), when Loughborough s top two rugby sides take on the University of Bath. Loughborough Students women s 1st XV provide the curtain raiser for the men s fixture from 5.... 27 Dec 2008 Loughborough University to broadcast Real Varsity clash

University duo gain Leicester Mercury Sports Award University husband and wife duo Bob and Angie Budge have been presented with the Leicester Mercury Sports Event of the Year award in recognition of their hard work reviving the Leicester Marathon. Both keen runners and active members of Birstall Running Club, the pair took on the responsibility of organising the marathon when husband Bob decided the City needed a major running event.... 27 Dec 2008 University duo gain Leicester Mercury Sports Award

Loughborough tops the university sports league Loughborough has been confirmed as the best university in the UK for sport in the latest instalment of The Complete University Guide, published today (12 June) in The Independent newspaper. The Sport and Recreation table is based on BUSA (British University Sports Association) rankings, and also rates other factors such as sports facility provision.... 27 Dec 2008 Loughborough tops the university sports league

England footballers train at Loughborough University Four Loughborough students were among an elite group of English Universities footballers making their final preparations for the British University Games in Loughborough today (2 April). Liam Green, Liam Hopkins, Bradley Pritchard and Andy Brown are in an 18-strong English Universities team which also features Loughborough Director of Football James Ellis as its Head Coach and Loughborough Head Coach Tom Curtis as Assistant.... 27 Dec 2008 England footballers train at Loughborough University

University swimmers dominate men s medley for Olympic contention Loughborough s James Goddard added his name to a growing list of University swimmers within reach of Beijing as more records fell at Britain s Olympic Trials. In an unprecedented men s 200m Individual Medley, four Loughborough swimmers dipped below the qualification time in the heats and three Commonwealth Records were claimed in succession by the University s swim stars.... 27 Dec 2008 University swimmers dominate men’s medley for Olympic contention

Grant enables new wrist-splint device to move to clinical trials A new device that offers a more effective method of splinting for wrist fractures, devised by a Loughborough University designer and a consultant orthopaedic surgeon, has been awarded a grant from the Audi Design Foundation. The grant of 19,840 will now allow Loughborough lecturer George Torrens and John Dooley from Hillingdon Hospital to produce a prototype of the device, known as Fit-Splint, and enable an initial series of clinical trials to begin in early 2009.... 27 Dec 2008 Grant enables new wrist-splint device to move to clinical trials

Highways, Transportation & Waste Management 3 November 2008 Funding boost for Loughborough town centre improvements Plans for 16 million improvements for Loughborough town centre took a significant step forward today. The Department for Transport announced that the scheme has made its future transport funding shortlist.... 27 Dec 2008 Funding boost for Loughborough town centre improvements

Graduate Pennie bags Beijing canoe berth Loughborough graduate Fiona Pennie will make her Olympic debut in Beijing after being named in Team GB s canoe slalom squad. The former sports scholar is one of three canoeists named this week by the British Olympic Association and will compete in the Women s Kayak Single.... 27 Dec 2008 Graduate Pennie bags Beijing canoe berth

Loughborough student earns prestigious cricket call-up Loughborough student Arun Harinath has been named in a Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC) side to face champion county Sussex at Lords next week. The 21-year-old, who also plays for Surrey, will join a senior team chosen in association with the England selectors and featuring a host of cricketers pushing for a place in the full England Test side in the season-opener which takes place from 10-13 April.... 27 Dec 2008 Loughborough student earns prestigious cricket call-up

Up-and-coming artists work on display at degree show Stunning sculptures, exquisite jewellery and beautiful illustrations are just some of the pieces that will be on display at this year s Loughborough University School of Art and Design (LUSAD) Degree Show. The exhibition, which takes place from Saturday 14 to Friday 20 June, is the showcase for the striking works of art that the students from LUSAD produce during their final year.... 27 Dec 2008 Up-and-coming artists exhibit at degree show

Challenge our students to Design in a Day If you fancy putting some of the University s most innovative thinkers to the test, then this year s Design and Technology degree show is the place to be. Design in a Day is a brand new initiative being run for the first time this year, and will allow companies and individuals to set design challenges for Loughborough s Design and Technology students.... 27 Dec 2008 Challenge our students to Design in a Day

International Conference on Industrialised, Integrated, Intelligent Construction Loughborough University will be hosting the first international conference on Industrialised, Integrated, Intelligent Construction (I3CON) from 14 16 May. The conference will include presentations from the European Commission and keynote speeches from eminent speakers including: Dr David Clarke, CEO of the Energy Technologies Institute (ETI); Professor Reijo Kohonen, CEO of Global EcoSolutions Ltd; and Dr Miguel Segarra, Coordinator of the I3CON project.... 27 Dec 2008 International Conference on Industrialised, Integrated, Intelligent Construction

British Record for Loughborough’s McClatchey as University swimmers post Olympic qualification times... 27 Dec 2008 British Record for Loughborough’s McClatchey as University swimmers post Olympic qualification times

Loughborough s success in design competition continues Two Design and Technology finalists from Loughborough University have been awarded top prizes at this year s RSA (Royal Society for the Encouragement of Arts, Manufactures and Commerce) Design Direction Awards. Robert Curtis received the RSA Fellows Award of 1,000 for his design called Safuse an infusion pump system for hospitals which, through the use of Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) technology, aims to lower the risk of tampering and reduce the occurrence of user error during the drug administration process.... 27 Dec 2008 Loughboroughs success in design competition continues

Mature men sought for University study Loughborough University is looking for healthy males aged 60-70 years to take part in a study on muscle and bone health. Staff at the University s School of Sport and Exercise Sciences (SSES) are carrying out research into the decline of muscle and bone health in older men, in order to establish the genes that influence muscle health in later life.... 27 Dec 2008 Mature men sought for University study

Students coach inner-city school kids to national competition A group of Leicester s inner-city schoolboys will compete at one of the largest school rugby festivals in the world next week thanks to a Loughborough University coaching programme. Twelve pupils from English Martyrs Catholic School and Winstanley, Hamilton and Soar Valley Community Colleges have been training together since the half-term holidays in preparation for the National Schools Sevens which take place at Rosslyn Park RFC in London next week (10-11 March).... 27 Dec 2008 Students coach inner-city school kids to national competition

Loughborough Students reclaim National Indoor Hockey crown and a place in Europe Loughborough Students have reclaimed hockey s National Indoor title for the first time since the competition moved to Birmingham s National Indoor Arena (NIA) three years ago. The Loughborough men s side finally broke the curse of the NIA by defeating 2006 winners East Grinstead 5-4 in a thrilling final, earning a spot in next season s EuroHockey Indoor Club Champions league.... 27 Dec 2008 Loughborough Students have reclaimed National Indoor Hockey crown and a place in Europe

Loughborough University teacher training graded outstanding Loughborough University s teacher training has been graded as outstanding the highest possible category by the Office for Standards in Education (Ofsted). The grading followed a recent review of teacher training provision at the University.... 27 Dec 2008 Loughbroough University teacher training graded outstanding

Students in County Cup showdown at Welford Road Loughborough Students face South Leicester RFC in tomorrow night s County Cup Final at Leicester Tigers Welford Road ground. League leaders Loughborough, who won the County Cup two years ago, will be hoping for a repeat performance to cap what has been an impressive year for the student side.... 27 Dec 2008 Students in County Cup showdown at Welford Road

University base for England Saxons Ireland preparations England Saxons will be making their final preparations for back to back international fixtures at a week-long preparation camp at Loughborough University. England A side, the Saxons, meet for the first time as a full squad today (Monday 28 January) and will utilise the world class facilities on offer at Loughborough as they bond as a team ahead of their Ireland A clash on Friday (1 February).... 27 Dec 2008 University base for England Saxons Ireland preparations

Loughborough University secures another top ranking in national league table Loughborough University is ranked third for student satisfaction below only Cambridge and St Andrews in The Good University Guide, a national league table. The guide, published for the first time in association with The Independent newspaper, judges institutions on nine measures: student satisfaction, research assessment, entry standards, student/staff ratio, spending on academic services, spending on other facilities, degree results, graduate prospects and completion rates.... 27 Dec 2008 Loughborough University secures another top ranking in national league table

Loughborough Students Union named in Sunday Times Green List top ten Loughborough Students Union (LSU) has been named as the 7th greenest organisation in the country, in the Sunday Times Green List 2008, published on 18 May. It was also named winner of the award for the best small company with low environmental impact.... 27 Dec 2008 Loughborough Students Union named in Sunday Times Green List top ten

First ever Gatsby Awards boost UK s innovative sports concepts Four British companies have won a national competition to find the UK s most innovative sports concepts. The prestigious Gatsby Innovation Awards will enable the inventors of a heated football goalkeeping glove, golf putter grip, mountain bike front forks and a portable hydration monitor to work with experts from Loughborough University Sports Technology Institute.... 27 Dec 2008 First ever Gatsby Innovation Awards boost UKs innovative sports concepts

Community Services 3 November 2008 Incredible Hulk comes to a library near you Everyone who borrows The Incredible Hulk on DVD from a library this month has the chance to win an exclusive prize. Leicestershire Libraries is offering everyone who borrows the DVD this month the chance to enter the prize draw.... 27 Dec 2008 Incredible Hulk comes to a library near you

Student competition launched to find UK s most innovative sports concepts The hunt is on to find the UK s most innovative sports concepts designed by students. Loughborough University, the UK s leading university for sports performance, sports science and engineering, is seeking exciting new ideas for sports apparel, footwear and equipment being developed by final-year undergraduates or postgraduates.... 27 Dec 2008 Student competition launched to find UKs most innovative sports concepts

Loughborough academic puts spotlight on pro-anorexia in cyberspace In the same month British MPs have called for social networking websites to do more to monitor pro-anorexia groups a Loughborough University academic has published a book that investigates the subject in depth. The Medicalization of Cyberspace, co-written by Loughborough s Dr Emma Rich and Andy Miah of the University of the West of Scotland, is the first ever book to explore the relationship between digital culture and medical sociology and investigate the culture of pro-anorexia groups on the internet.... 27 Dec 2008 Loughborough academic puts spotlight on pro-anorexia in cyberspace

Loughborough University students dominate at Bradford Textile Awards 2008 Students from Loughborough University School of Art and Design (LUSAD) are celebrating again after a phenomenal win at the Bradford Textile Society Design Competition. Nine students fought off entries from other universities and colleges, designers in industry and freelance designers throughout the UK to receive five awards and four commendations for their outstanding designs.... 27 Dec 2008 Loughborough University students dominate at Bradford Textile Awards 2008

Loughborough swimmers eye Olympic selection Loughborough s largest ever contingent of swimmers will be hoping to make the grade at the British Olympic trials taking place in Sheffield this week. 41 of the University s swimmers have achieved national qualification times to put them within reach of a place in Team GB.... 27 Dec 2008 Loughborough swimmers eye Olympic selection

Olympic pole vault medallist makes outdoor preparations at Loughborough Pole vault s Olympic bronze medallist Anna Rogowska has spent the last 10 days at Loughborough University to prepare for a busy outdoor season in the run-up to the Beijing Games. The 26-year-old, who claimed pole vault bronze in Athens, arrived in Loughborough last Monday with her coach and Polish training partners Katarzyna Sowa and Mateusz Didenkow for a two-week camp.... 27 Dec 2008 Olympic pole vault medallist makes outdoor preparations at Loughborough

Significant investment helps consolidate Loughborough as a leader in energy and climate change research... 27 Dec 2008 Significant investment helps consolidate Loughborough as a leader in energy and climate change research

Swim champ Simmonds switches Olympic preparation to Loughborough British Champion Elizabeth Simmonds is set to train at Loughborough University as she sets her sights on the 2008 Beijing Olympics. The backstroke specialist will begin full-time training at Loughborough s 50m facility on Monday (21 April) and joins Ben Titley s group of athletes, which includes World Championship medallists Liam Tancock and Caitlin McClatchey.... 27 Dec 2008 Swim champ Simmonds switches Olympic preparation to Loughborough

University seeks nominations for student community award Loughborough residents are being encouraged to nominate students for two prizes awarded annually by the University in recognition of students good work in the community or good community relations. The first students can be nominated for is the T S Shipman Prize.... 27 Dec 2008 University seeks nominations for student community award

Loughborough swimmers contribute half of Britain s World medal count Loughborough s swimmers are celebrating after a best ever FINA World Championships (25m) that saw them provide half of Britain s 24-strong medal count. Newly-crowned World Champion Liam Tancock led the way as University swimmers notched up an impressive 12-medal haul comprising one gold, six silver and five bronze.... 27 Dec 2008 Loughborough swimmers contribute half of Britain’s World medal count

Loughborough trio to fly the flag for Britain at international arts festival Three graduates from Loughborough University School of Art and Design will be jetting off to Italy in May to take part in a prestigious international arts festival. Matt Atkinson (22), Amy Eastland (23) and Sam Taylor (23) are among a group of graduates from four Easimg src="/newsimages/loughborough_webpage.... 27 Dec 2008 Loughborough trio to fly the flag for Britain at international arts festival

Loughborough University named in 2012 Training Guide Loughborough University is to be featured in the London Organising Committee (LOCOG) Pre-Games Training Camp Guide due to be circulated to National Olympic and Paralympic Committees in Beijing this summer. The Guide has been designed to give teams and individual athletes a great selection of high quality elite sporting facilities from which they can choose to prepare for the London Olympic and Paralympic Games.... 27 Dec 2008 Loughborough University named in 2012 Training Guide

Loughborough University team to tackle health of local businesses A employee-focused corporate lifestyle service at Loughborough University is ready to help achieve targets set out in a radical national report unveiled this week by National Director for Health and Work Dame Carol Black. Working for a Healthier Tomorrow - the country s first ever review into the health of the working age population - calls for urgent and comprehensive reform and a new approach to health and work in Britain, focused on preventative action rather than cure.... 27 Dec 2008 Loughborough University team to tackle health of local businesses

Packed programme of events for National Science and Engineering Week 2008 Loughborough University has organised another packed programme of events for this year s National Science and Engineering Week (NSEW). Taking place from the 8 to the 14 March, the week aims to celebrate science and engineering and their importance to our lives, giving people the chance to participate in science and engineering activities and experiments, and to engage in related discussions in their local area.... 26 Dec 2008 Packed programme of events for National Science and Engineering Week 2008

Loughborough appoints first ever High Performance Triathlon Coach Loughborough University has named Gavin Smith as its first ever High Performance Coach for Triathlon. Smith, who takes up his new position from a similar role with British Triathlon, will oversee Loughborough s squad as it prepares for Beijing and beyond and will lead the development of the sport at the University.... 26 Dec 2008 Loughborough appoints first ever High Performance Triathlon Coach

Loughborough University’s Vice Chancellor named ‘Woman of the Year’ at prestigious awards... 26 Dec 2008 Loughborough University’s Vice Chancellor named ‘Woman of the Year’ at prestigious awards

Olympic medallist Steve Backley attends official opening of £15 million Sports Technology Institute... 26 Dec 2008 Olympic medallist Steve Backley attends official opening of £15 million Sports Technology Institute

Universities join forces to tackle UK manufacturing challenges Loughborough has joined forces with the universities of Nottingham and Sheffield to launch a Centre of Excellence in Customised Assembly (CECA) - a leading centre dedicated to improving complex assembly processes for manufacturers. CECA has been established to provide cost-effective assembly solutions for aerospace, defence, pharmaceutical/medical, device and niche automotive supply chains.... 26 Dec 2008 Universities join forces to tackle UK manufacturing challenges

Community Services 3 November 2008 Grand second hand book sale in Rothley Ex-library books will be on sale at special bargain prices in Rothley later this month Leicestershire County Council s Library Services is holding the book sale on Saturday, 29 November between 9. 30am and 3.... 26 Dec 2008 Grand second hand book sale in Rothley

Loughborough makes debut in national FA Fustal League Loughborough University s Futsal players make their Midlands League debut this weekend as part of a new national structure introduced by the FA. The inaugural FA Umbro Futsal Leagues, involving the best 23 teams in the country, kicked off this month in the Midlands, South and North in a bid to grow the sport across England.... 26 Dec 2008 Loughborough makes debut in national FA Fustal League

Loughborough research calls for professional coaching pathways Researchers at Loughborough University have warned that the lack of paid opportunities and professional pathways for coaches undermines the Government s aim to make the UK the world s number one coaching nation by 2016. Staff at the University s School of Sport and Exercise Sciences (SSES) undertook the three-month project on behalf of sports think-tank Sportnation, and uncovered a shortfall of paid coaching positions and limited career progression for home grown coaches which placed an unfair burden on unpaid volunteers.... 26 Dec 2008 Loughborough research calls for professional coaching pathways

University community warden scheme expanded Loughborough University s pioneering community warden scheme has been expanded with the appointment of Jayshree Lakha as deputy community warden for the Ashby Road Estates Area. The move follows the outstanding success of wardens in the Storer, Burleigh, Herrick and Kingfisher parts of Loughborough.... 26 Dec 2008 University community warden scheme expanded

Loughborough University research reveals plight of older workers Research by Loughborough University has found that more needs to be done to ensure older workers are not forced out of the construction industry. The study, led by Professor Alistair Gibb from the University s Department of Civil and Building Engineering, was commissioned by SPARC (Strategic Promotion of Ageing Research Capacity).... 26 Dec 2008 Loughborough University research reveals plight of older workers

Loughborough launches first women s Centre of Cricket Excellence Loughborough University has been named as the country s first women s University Centre of Cricket Excellence (UCCE) thanks to additional funding from Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC). Loughborough, which currently has 35 players at its mixed UCCE, successfully applied for funding from MCC to support a dedicated women s section and allow more female cricketers to access the world-class facilities and expertise available as part of the programme.... 26 Dec 2008 Loughborough launches first womens Centre of Cricket Excellence

Award proves all that glitters isn t gold A stunning water jug design, created by Loughborough University student Musa Butt, has won the prestigious Worshipful Company of Goldsmiths Young Designer Silversmith Award for 2008. Musa (22), who originates from Nairobi, Kenya, said: I feel very honoured to have received this award.... 26 Dec 2008 Award proves all that glitters isnt gold

Real Varsity tickets on sale Tickets for the fourth annual Real Varsity match between rugby university greats Loughborough and Bath on Wednesday 30 April 2008 are now on sale across campus. Rivalling the traditional Varsity clash, this year s Real Varsity in Loughborough is the biggest yet with back to back matches from the women s and men s sides as well as the Championship Final of the University s Boost community tag rugby programme.... 26 Dec 2008 ‘Real Varsity’ tickets on sale

Loughborough pole-vaulters on form as athletes achieve World Indoor selection Loughborough University s pole-vaulters dominated proceedings at the Norwich Union World Trials and UK Championships in Sheffield last weekend as a trio of Loughborough-based athletes gained selection for the British team bound for the IAAF World Indoor Championships in Valencia (Spain) next month. British number one Steve Lewis secured World Championship selection and buoyed his University team mates with gold in a new stadium pole vault record of 5.... 26 Dec 2008 Loughborough pole-vaulters on form as athletes achieve World Indoor selection

Kids cricket and football courses in Loughborough from February Loughborough University is inviting budding young sportspeople onto campus to take part in its exciting cricket and football courses this February. The University s next series of popular courses start next month and are run for children aged 5-14 years (football) and 8-16 years (cricket).... 26 Dec 2008 Kids cricket and football courses in Loughborough from February

Loughborough still to play a part in Team GB 2012 preparation Loughborough University will continue to play an important role in the development and preparation of Britain s athletes in 2012 despite the British Olympic Association s (BOA) recent announcement the official Team GB holding camp will be held at Aldershot. The University, which boasts the highest concentration of world class sporting facilities in Europe, will still work closely with the BOA and Britain s elite athletes to give Team GB its best opportunity for success in 2012.... 26 Dec 2008 Loughborough still to play a part in Team GB 2012 preparation

Canterbury NZ supports international rugby scholarship Innovative sportswear manufacturer Canterbury NZ has funded an international scholarship to enable South African rugby player Dan Potgieter to study and train at Loughborough University for a year. Potgieter, who already has qualifications in Institutional Finance and Financial Risk Management, is taking a one-year Masters in Banking and Finance and will become an integral part of the Loughborough rugby team who are current Midlands 1 league leaders.... 26 Dec 2008 Canterbury NZ supports international rugby scholarship

Loughborough home to hockey s pioneering performance centre Loughborough University will host the country s first National Performance Centre (NPC) for hockey as part of a new initiative announced by sport governing body England Hockey. Loughborough has teamed up with Nottingham Trent University to form the East Midlands NPC which allows players to access top quality coaching and athlete support whilst continuing their education.... 26 Dec 2008 Loughborough home to hockeys pioneering performance centre

Potential Olympians on Campus for National Camp Dame Kelly Holmes will welcome some of the country s most promising young Olympic hopefuls at a National Talent Orientation Camp at Loughborough University this weekend (5 8 January). The double Olympic champion heads a group of senior elite athletes that will act as mentors to up to 75 talented individuals across five key sports at the four-day camp which utilises the world class facilities on offer at the University.... 26 Dec 2008 Potential Olympians on Campus for National Camp

Potential Olympians on Campus for National Camp Dame Kelly Holmes will welcome some of the country s most promising young Olympic hopefuls at a National Talent Orientation Camp at Loughborough University this weekend (5 8 January). The double Olympic champion heads a group of senior elite athletes that will act as mentors to up to 75 talented individuals across five key sports at the four-day camp which utilises the world class facilities on offer at the University.... 26 Dec 2008 Potential Olympians on Campus for National Camp

A FUTURE vision of Charnwood for the next decade has been unveiled by the Borough Council. And anyone living or working in the Borough can have their say on the ideas contained in the Authoritys new look Corporate Plan 2009-2012, which was approved by the Councils Cabinet last night (Thursday).... 24 Dec 2008 Council Consults on Future Vision

RESIDENTS are being encouraged to dream of a green Christmas by Charnwood Borough Council. A number of festive tips are now available online to encourage people to take simple solutions to prevent Christmas rubbish ending up in landfill.... 23 Dec 2008 Dreaming of a Green Christmas!

The Play Rangers team at Charnwood Borough Council are offering free sessions based on physical activity for 0-5 year olds. Mini Movers sessions are running at a variety of venues across the Borough.... 23 Dec 2008 Mini Movers - Free Leisure Activities

Six drugs warrants have been executed in Mountsorrel and four people arrested for drug related offences and theft.... 23 Dec 2008 Six drugs warrants carried out in Mountsorrel

Charnwood Borough Council are running free Urban Dance groups at Loughborough Leisure Centre and Soar Valley Leisure Centre, Mountsorrel, for children aged 12 -16 years old. Cllr.... 23 Dec 2008 Urban Dance - Leisure Activities

Hundreds of shoppers in Loughborough have been given crime prevention and fire safety advice this Christmas.... 23 Dec 2008 Christmas crime prevention advice given to hundreds of shoppers in Loughborough

Charlottes Secrets was judged the overall winner of the Best Dressed Premises Competition in Loughborough while New Look won the Best Dressed Staff category. The Competition which was run by the Town Centre Partnership and Charnwood Borough Council took place on Sunday 21 December and the overall winner was presented with a cheque for 100.... 23 Dec 2008 Winner of Best Dressed Shop in Loughborough

In a drive to be transparent and open at all times Charnwood Borough Council are looking for a member of the public to chair their new Audit Committee for 2009. The Audit Committee will be responsible for overseeing and reviewing all the Councils financial management as well as the work of internal and external audit.... 22 Dec 2008 Chair Needed For Audit Committee

Charnwood Borough Council is advising residents how they can avoid falling fowl of turkey tummy this Christmas. Everyone can stay in the Christmas spirit by following these simple food safety tips from Charnwood Borough Councils Environmental Health Officers.... 22 Dec 2008 Food Safety Tips to Avoid Turkey Tummy

Charnwood Borough Council is to join forces with Allpay, which will enable barcoded bills to be paid at any Post Office or PayPoint across the UK. This will include over 60 additional places across the Borough where customers can pay their Council bills.... 21 Dec 2008 Improved Way to Pay Your Council Bills

A high level meeting was held in Loughborough yesterday (Thursday) between Charnwood Borough Council Leader Cllr Richard Shepherd (Conservative councillor for Quorn & Mountsorrel Castle), Cabinet Lead Member for Regeneration Cllr Stephen Hampson (Conservative councillor for Syston East) and Duncan Mathieson, Chairman of Realis Estates who manage the Rushes Centre. The meeting was prompted by the announcement that Woolworths, which currently anchors the centre, has gone into receivership.... 20 Dec 2008 High Level Talks on Loughboroughs Rushes Centre

The police in the North of Leicestershire are running a campaign this Christmas to give victims of domestic abuse the fullest support at a time when incidents increase.... 20 Dec 2008 Campaign to tackle domestic abuse at Christmas is launched on the North

The police in the North of Leicestershire are running a campaign this Christmas to give victims of domestic abuse the fullest support at a time when incidents increase.... 20 Dec 2008 Campaign to tackle domestic abuse at Christmas is launched on the North

BAND Blue Horizon is rocking after being named the winner of Charnwoods Got Xmas Talent " and following in the footsteps of the guitarists and keyboard players dad! The Hathern-based group claimed the first prize of 300 after hitting the right note with around 10,000 people who crammed into Loughborough Market Place for the Christmas Lights switch on. And no-one was more proud than Ian Fuller, the father of Blue Horizon band members Lewis and Liam, who won a Charnwood Borough Council-run talent competition himself back in the late seventies when he was performing as a DJ.... 20 Dec 2008 Blue Horizon Hits Right Note to Win

ELDERLY and young people will be able to make a splash for free from next April. Charnwood Borough Council had successfully bid for a share of Government cash to allow people aged 60 and over to use the Authoritys swimming facilities without paying.... 20 Dec 2008 Make a Splash for Free!

TOP tips to ensure Charnwood residents enjoy a happy Christmas are being distributed during a special festive campaign.... 20 Dec 2008 Top Tips to Ensure a Happy Christmas!

The Councils Loughborough counter will no longer accept payments for council tax as part of forthcoming changes... 08 Dec 2008 Council Tax Change in Loughborough