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Loughborough study to examine effects of breast cancer treatment
08 March 2010
A new Loughborough University study aims to discover the effects of breast cancer treatment on patients’ ability to manage day-to-day tasks.
Existing research suggests that some patients receiving chemotherapy treatment may experience side effects which impact on their memory and concentration.
Researchers in Loughborough University’s School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences are working with the Leicester Royal Infirmary to find out more about how treatment affects patients, and are asking ladies with breast cancer who are about to receive chemotherapy and/or radiotherapy treatment to sign up to the study.
Find out more on research into the effects of breast cancer treatment
Historical Furniture fetches funds to support future students on creative courses
03 March 2010
An auction of noteworthy Loughborough University furniture made by former students in the 1930s has raised more than £30,000 towards a scholarship fund for students of creative design.
More than 170 pieces of bedroom furniture, including wardrobe sets, desks and mirrors, were sold from their former home in Hazlerigg Hall by television antiques expert and Loughborough alumnus Philip Serrell. The auction attracted bidders from both the UK and overseas, many purchasing online. Much of the furniture was purchased by alumni.
The pieces were designed by Waals in the Cotswold tradition and built by third year handicraft students in the late 1930s under the direction of Edward Barnsley.
The furniture was sold as part of the refurbishment programme of former halls of residence Hazlerigg Hall, although sets will be retained for the University’s permanent collection and museums.
Funds raised will go to the Creative Scholarship Fund which supports students in art and design, enabling the most talented to study at Loughborough regardless of their social or economic circumstances, and developing resources and opportunities to help such artists and designers realise their full potential.
Auction of Hazlerigg/Rutland bedroom furniture at Hazlerigg Hall - 25 February 2010
16 February 2010
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Hazlerigg and Rutland Halls are no longer in use as student accommodation, and sadly Loughborough University is unable to utilise all of the buildings’ original furnishings. Therefore an auction is to be held on Thursday 25 February 2010 to allow alumni and friends of Loughborough University to view and purchase selected bedroom and communal furniture.
The furniture is the workmanship of 1930s final year students, made under the guidance of Edward Barnsley and designed by Peter Van der Waals in the Cotswold style. The proceeds raised from the sale will go towards The Creative Scholarship Fund to support students studying Creative Courses at Loughborough.
The majority of the furniture comprises sets of three pieces mounted on a plinth: a single wardrobe, and a set of drawers with a bookcase over. There are various designs of wardrobe doors and handles. All of the furniture is solid wood, mainly oak, and the condition of individual pieces is varied. Also available for purchase are oak mirrors, originally wall-mounted above washbasins, desks, circular and refectory tables.
Sale date: Thursday 25 February 2010, 10.30am
Viewings: Wednesday 24 February 2010, 2.00pm-8.00pm
Thursday 25 February 2010, 9.00am-10.15am
Venue: Hazlerigg Hall, Loughborough University
If you would like to join us for the auction, please register online.
TO REGISTER TO BID ONLINE PLEASE VISIT: www.the-saleroom.com
Click on catalogues at the top of the page, where the drop down box says ' select an auctioneer' select Philip Serrell, which should show our sale, with a button 'sign up for this auction', then follow the process to register for the auction, which must be done prior to 10am of the morning of the sale. Please be aware internet bidding is subject to a 3% plus VAT surcharge
The auction is being managed by Philip Serrell Auctioneers and Valuers who are based at: The Malvern Saleroom, Barnards Green Road, Malvern WR14 3LW. They can also be contacted by telephone 01684 892314 or email serrell.auctions@virgin.net
There are images of the furniture for you to view at www.serrell.com Catalogue details will also be available online from Monday 22 February, and you will be able to bid online and obtain auction details by contacting the auctioneers before 5.00pm on Tuesday 23rd February 2010.
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