Loughborough University

Here in the Chemical Engineering programme at Loughborough University multidisciplinary research addresses the current and future challenges for our society through engineering solutions. Whether it be…

Based within the School of Social Sciences and Humanities, academic staff in English programme from the Loughborough University are active researchers, working within and across the…

Criminology, Sociology and Social Policy programme at Loughborough University has long been recognised as an international centre of academic excellence and for our cutting-edge interdisciplinary…

The Department of Physics at Loughborough University provides an academically stimulating and supportive environment for doctoral researchers. We are an international community of academic staff and…

The Department of Mathematics Education (formerly the Mathematics Education Centre) from Loughborough University is one of the largest mathematics education research groups in the UK.…

For nearly 50 years, materials science and engineering has been a core strength at Loughborough University – we have a long-standing international reputation for our…

Based within the School of Social Sciences and Humanities, academic staff in Geography and Environment from the Loughborough University are active researchers, working within and…

The  Computer Science programme at Loughborough University has a dynamic research culture that addresses challenges facing society through world-leading technological advances. We have an international reputation…

The Department of Chemistry at Loughborough University offers exciting and industry-relevant research opportunities across a range of areas including energy, health, security, and sustainability. The Department…

Our reputation for pioneering and topical research is built on a long and successful history with aeronautical and automotive engineering. With programmes dating back to…

London is one of the top cities in the world for business, finance and trade, and is a unique learning environment for doctoral researchers within…

London is one of the top cities in the world for developing the latest advances in technology, business and media, and offers a unique learning…

The research agenda of the Institute for Design Innovation programme from Loughborough University builds on the idea that design enables innovation through positive change in the…

By studying for a PhD with us, you will be joining a thriving research community of over 200 Doctoral Researchers from across the globe. You…

As one of the largest engineering schools in the UK, the Wolfson School of Mechanical, Electrical and Manufacturing Engineering from Loughborough University is a leader…

The Mathematical Sciences programme at Loughborough University is committed to driving forward innovation in both pure and applied mathematics. Key features We attract staff and students…

We have a thriving doctoral research community made up of full-time and part-time UK, EU, and international students. Through the impact of our research we…

The  Sport Business programme from Loughborough University seeks to deliver research with a real-world impact in an era of significant social, economic and technological change. Key Features…

The Institute for Media and Creative Industries from Loughborough University is a multi-disciplinary and international academic community, with commanding knowledge and expertise of the media…

Research is at the heart of the Institute for Diplomacy and International Governance. If you are interested in addressing complex, international issues and developing your…

The EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Embedded Intelligence from Loughborough University is multidisciplinary by nature and underpinned by diverse areas of expertise (electrical, electronic, mechanical and…

Make a novel contribution to knowledge, position yourself as an expert in your field, and open a range of doors with future employers – by…

Warmer temperatures, extreme droughts, and more intensive convective storms are accelerating deterioration of slopes, degrading resilience. There is an urgent need to understand why, and…

Metal matrix composites (MMCs) offer superior strength-to-weight ratios, making them ideal for aerospace and automotive applications. Learn more at Hybrid Machining of Metal Matrix Composites –…

Bicyclo-[1.1.1]-pentanes (BCPs) are an exciting class of strained, sp3 rich carbon. While their initial use was in the materials sector, recent impact has been in…

In the recent years, the use of composite materials has demonstrated a continuing increase in aerospace, wind-energy, transportation, naval, defence and sports systems and products.…

Structural materials used in modern engineering applications are more than ever today subjected to extreme loading and environmental conditions. Learn more at Enhancing the long-term performance…

Fluid flows may be compressible either because flow velocities approach the speed of sound, or because variations in the concentration of a scalar vary the…

In metal fatigue, microplastic strain localisation leads to the formation of discrete slip bands, which contribute to the initiation and propagation of short cracks. Learn…

Products that contain nanoparticles in their formulation are finding increasing applications in a wide range of industries, varying from pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, food to coatings, paints…

Global change is accelerating the rate of deterioration of geotechnical systems (slopes, tunnels, foundations, retaining structures, pipelines). Learn more at Geotechnics – Acoustic Emission Monitoring in…

In the last decades, Mechanics of Materials as a discipline has experienced a type of revival. The main reason for this has been a continuing…

Understanding mechanical properties and performance of various biological materials and tissues and their responses to different loading and environmental conditions is becoming increasingly important for…

With the transition to alternative fuels, there is an increase in demand for new sources. Considering hydrogen, current production and supply strategies need to adjust…

The widespread uptake of Electric Vehicles represents the primary means through which deep cuts in greenhouse gas emissions from the transport sector will be achieved.…

Although plenty of cancer research is in the field of cancer cell biology, there is lack of knowledge that can cascade the biological theory to…

The goal of this project is to develop a multiscale framework that incorporates continuum dislocation mechanics (CDM) with grain boundary mechanics to understand the interplay…

Non-destructive inspection based on acoustics is today one of the primary methods for the identification of damage precursors in components and structures. Learn more at…

The global population is aging at an unprecedented rate, leading to a surge in neurodegenerative conditions such as Alzheimer’s and vascular dementia. The scarcity of…

Texture in materials plays a crucial role in metallic products. A thorough study of the underlying morphology and its evolution is relevant for producing cast…

Metamaterials are artificially engineered materials with unique properties not found in natural substances. These materials offer remarkable capabilities in load carrying, dynamic impact, wave propagation…

In the UK, over 275,000 people are diagnosed with cancer every year, and half of them receive radiotherapy as part of their treatment. Radiotherapy aims…

The structural integrity of metallic components when exposed to a hydrogen atmosphere for long durations is known to get compromised. Learn more at Predicting Hydrogen Embrittlement…

Single crystal materials are extensively used in components ranging from the smallest (e.g. micro-lens, MEMS devices) to the largest sizes (e.g. turbine blades). Learn more…

Overheating in buildings is a growing threat to health and wellbeing of citizens. Overheating in bedrooms is of particular concern as during sleep occupants’ ability…

The School of Social Sciences and Humanities at Loughborough is home to International Relations, Politics and History programme from Loughborough University. It is a world-leading…

The Institute for International Management at Loughborough University aims to become the leading centre for training and research into the successful management of international organisations…

The School of Social Sciences and Humanities is recognised as an international centre of academic excellence and for our cutting-edge interdisciplinary work. Loughborough is home…

One of four Royal Academy of Engineering designated Centres of Excellence in Sustainable Building Design, the School of Architecture, Building and Civil Engineering is home…

One of four Royal Academy of Engineering designated Centres of Excellence in Sustainable Building Design, the School of Architecture, Building and Civil Engineering is home to a…

This project will focus on various aspects of the biology of aging and extending healthspan, including but not limited to cellular metabolic pathways that confer…

According to the World Health Organisation, over 1 billion of the global population suffer from disabilities. However, access to rehabilitation care has been a global…

The battery electric vehicle (BEV) has the potential to decarbonise the transport sector through the use of renewable electricity and zero tailpipe emissions, however, limited…

Skeletal muscles play a crucial role in human movement and function. However, current biomechanical models often struggle to capture the complex internal structure and behaviour…

Job reference REQ250214 Date posted 24/03/2025 Application closing date 28/04/2025 Location Loughborough Package Specialist and Supporting Academic Research from £29,179 Job description Wolfson School of…

Job reference REQ241012 Date posted 04/11/2024 Application closing date 02/12/2024 Location Loughborough Package Specialist and Supporting Academic grade 6 from £34866 to £45163 per annum.…