http://www.ncl.ac.uk/biomedicine/news/ Marketing sub-brand for biomedical activity at Newcastle University en-gb Catherine.McDonald@newcastle.ac.uk webmaster@ncl.ac.uk http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/pay-attention-how-we-focus-and-concentrate Scientists at Newcastle University have shed new light on how the brain tunes in to relevant information. Thu, 23 May 2013 06:00:00 GMT http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/pay-attention-how-we-focus-and-concentrate AllAnimal Changing Age Faculty of Medical Sciences Health Research University HomepagePress Release http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/laughter-it-s-all-in-the-mind Is someone laughing with you or at you? Your brain can tell the difference, researchers have discovered. Tue, 14 May 2013 12:18:00 GMT http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/laughter-it-s-all-in-the-mind AllFaculty of Medical Sciences Medicine Research University HomepagePress Release http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/working-through-retirement Work may be hard but achieving a satisfying, fulfilling retirement may be even harder work. A new book offers timely advice for revered football manager Sir Alex Ferguson as he announces his retirement. Mon, 13 May 2013 13:32:00 GMT http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/working-through-retirement AllChanging Age Faculty of Medical Sciences Health Social RenewalPress Release http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/mobile-health-technologies-to-rapidly-test-and-track-infectious-diseases Early-warning sensor systems that can test and track serious infectious diseases – such as major flu epidemics, MRSA and HIV – using mobile phones and the internet are being developed by Newcastle scientists. Thu, 09 May 2013 00:05:00 GMT http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/mobile-health-technologies-to-rapidly-test-and-track-infectious-diseases AllComputing Engineering Faculty of Medical Sciences Faculty of Science, Agriculture and Engineering Health Medicine Research University HomepagePress Release http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/leading-medical-expert-recognised-for-excellence-in-research A Newcastle University expert in the genetics of childhood cancer has been recognised for her contribution to the advancement of medical science. Tue, 07 May 2013 10:00:00 GMT http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/leading-medical-expert-recognised-for-excellence-in-research AllChanging Age Faculty of Medical Sciences Health Medicine ResearchPress Release Regional Press Release http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/watching-eyes-reduce-bike-theft Bicycle theft can be significantly reduced simply by placing pictures of staring eyes above bike racks, researchers at Newcastle University have found. Wed, 24 Apr 2013 00:01:00 GMT http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/watching-eyes-reduce-bike-theft AllFaculty of Medical Sciences Health Medicine Research Science University HomepagePress Release http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/you-and-me-working-together-to-discover-biological-causes-of-cfs-me Three new studies in Newcastle examining the biological causes of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome/ME are being showcased at the launch of a new collaboration to improve understanding and treatment of the condition. Tue, 23 Apr 2013 05:30:00 GMT http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/you-and-me-working-together-to-discover-biological-causes-of-cfs-me AllChanging Age Faculty of Medical Sciences Health Medicine Research University HomepagePress Release http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/a-patient-s-journey-plea-to-take-fatigue-seriously1 A Northumberland patient describes in the BMJ her battle to get her symptoms taken seriously by clinicians - until she finally received support from Newcastle medics. Wed, 17 Apr 2013 15:24:00 GMT http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/a-patient-s-journey-plea-to-take-fatigue-seriously1 AllChanging Age Faculty of Medical Sciences Health Medicine ResearchPress Release http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/secrets-of-bacteria-protection-revealed Newcastle University scientists have revealed the mechanism that causes a slime to form, making bacteria hard to shift and resistant to antibiotics. Fri, 12 Apr 2013 15:11:00 GMT http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/secrets-of-bacteria-protection-revealed AllAgriculture Faculty of Medical Sciences Faculty of Science, Agriculture and Engineering Health Research Science University HomepagePress Release http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/tributes-to-ivf-pioneer-sir-bob-edwards Tributes have been paid to IVF pioneer, Sir Robert Edwards, who has died. Building on his work, scientists at Newcastle University have developed an IVF technique to prevent mitochondria disease. Thu, 11 Apr 2013 09:51:00 GMT http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/tributes-to-ivf-pioneer-sir-bob-edwards AllFaculty of Medical Sciences Health Medicine ResearchPress Release http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/robot-throat The first three North East patients have benefited from cutting-edge robotic surgery for throat cancer. Thu, 11 Apr 2013 06:34:00 GMT http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/robot-throat AllChanging Age Faculty of Medical Sciences Health MedicinePress Release http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/vitamin-d-proven-to-boost-energy-from-within-the-cells Vitamin D is vital for making our muscles work efficiently and boosting energy levels, new research from Newcastle University has shown. Sat, 06 Apr 2013 08:00:00 GMT http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/vitamin-d-proven-to-boost-energy-from-within-the-cells AllFaculty of Medical Sciences Health Medicine Research University HomepagePress Release Regional Press Release http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/pesticides-makes-bees-forget-which-flowers-are-most-rewarding As MPs call for commonly-used pesticides to be banned, Newcastle research has revealed that they are damaging honey bee brains and their ability to learn. Wed, 27 Mar 2013 07:00:00 GMT http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/pesticides-makes-bees-forget-which-flowers-are-most-rewarding AllAnimal Environment Faculty of Medical Sciences Faculty of Science, Agriculture and Engineering Nature ResearchPress Release http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/pioneering-ivf-technique-supported-by-public An independent regulatory body has found there is broad support for a Newcastle-led pioneering mitochondrial transfer technique to allow families to have healthy children. Wed, 20 Mar 2013 13:15:00 GMT http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/pioneering-ivf-technique-supported-by-public AllChanging Age Faculty of Medical Sciences Health Medicine Research Science University HomepagePress Release http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/society-awards-newcastle-researcher Professor Jeff Errington has been recognised for the profound implications his work has had for the research community and wider society. Fri, 15 Mar 2013 13:39:00 GMT http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/society-awards-newcastle-researcher AllFaculty of Medical SciencesPress Release Regional Press Release http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/academics-appointed-to-leading-ethical-body Two leading Newcastle University researchers have been appointed to the Nuffield Council on Bioethics. Thu, 14 Mar 2013 11:30:00 GMT http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/academics-appointed-to-leading-ethical-body AllFaculty of Humanities and Social Sciences Faculty of Medical SciencesPress Release http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/uk-woefully-under-prepared-for-ageing-society Lords hear from Newcastle University academic as they warn that the UK is “woefully under-prepared” for the impact of the increasing number of people living to much older age. Thu, 14 Mar 2013 08:51:00 GMT http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/uk-woefully-under-prepared-for-ageing-society AllChanging Age Faculty of Medical SciencesPress Release http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/the-brain-provides-inspiration-for-art Scientists from Newcastle University will be taking their work from the lab to the gallery to expose some of the astonishing workings of the brain. Mon, 11 Mar 2013 10:06:00 GMT http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/the-brain-provides-inspiration-for-art AllArts & Culture Changing Age Faculty of Medical Sciences Science City University HomepagePress Release Regional Press Release http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/bees-get-a-buzz-from-caffeine You may need a cup of coffee to kick start the day but it seems honeybees also get their buzz from drinking flower nectar containing caffeine. Thu, 07 Mar 2013 19:00:00 GMT http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/bees-get-a-buzz-from-caffeine AllAgriculture Animal Environment Faculty of Medical Sciences Faculty of Science, Agriculture and Engineering Nature Research Science Sustainability University HomepageInternational Press Release Press Release http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/how-did-early-primordial-cells-evolve Research into bacteria without a cell wall is helping us understand how the earliest forms of life may have replicated nearly four billion years ago. Thu, 28 Feb 2013 17:00:00 GMT http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/how-did-early-primordial-cells-evolve AllFaculty of Medical Sciences Research University HomepagePress Release http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/new-centre-to-revolutionise-medical-technology Newcastle University is to play a key role in a 5.7 million centre being set up to develop tailor-made joint replacements for patients. Tue, 26 Feb 2013 13:07:00 GMT http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/new-centre-to-revolutionise-medical-technology AllEngineering Faculty of Medical Sciences Faculty of Science, Agriculture and Engineering Research University HomepagePress Release http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/researchers-to-pinpoint-genetic-causes-of-osteoarthritis-copy Newcastle University scientists are to carry out further research into the genetic origins of osteoarthrtis, following a major breakthrough last year. Mon, 25 Feb 2013 15:43:00 GMT http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/researchers-to-pinpoint-genetic-causes-of-osteoarthritis-copy AllFaculty of Medical Sciences Health Medicine ResearchPress Release http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/locust-inspired-vision-for-car-sensors Scientists from the Newcastle and Lincoln Universities have created a computerised system which allows for an autonomous navigation of mobile robots based on the locust’s unique visual system. Sat, 23 Feb 2013 08:30:00 GMT http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/locust-inspired-vision-for-car-sensors AllAnimal Computing Faculty of Medical Sciences Research Science University HomepagePress Release http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/a-solution-to-sinusitis-from-the-sea A team of scientists and surgeons from Newcastle are developing a new nasal spray from a marine microbe to help clear chronic sinusitis. Mon, 18 Feb 2013 22:00:00 GMT http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/a-solution-to-sinusitis-from-the-sea AllFaculty of Medical Sciences Faculty of Science, Agriculture and Engineering Health Medicine Research Science Staff/Students University HomepagePress Release http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/poorer-patients-with-lung-cancer-less-likely-to-receive-treatment-than-wealtheir-patients Poorer lung cancer patients in the developed world are significantly less likely to receive treatment than richer patients, researchers from Newcastle University have found. Thu, 07 Feb 2013 12:22:00 GMT http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/poorer-patients-with-lung-cancer-less-likely-to-receive-treatment-than-wealtheir-patients AllFaculty of Medical Sciences Health MedicinePress Release Regional Press Release http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/air-pollution-leads-mothers-to-have-smaller-babies-across-the-world A worldwide study has shown that pregnant mothers exposed to air pollution emitted by vehicles and coal power plants, are significantly more likely to have smaller babies. Wed, 06 Feb 2013 05:00:00 GMT http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/air-pollution-leads-mothers-to-have-smaller-babies-across-the-world AllEnvironment Faculty of Medical Sciences Faculty of Science, Agriculture and Engineering Health Medicine Research Sustainability University HomepagePress Release http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/colour-vision-ion-talks-to-bbc-radio-copy BBC Radio 4 dives into the world of colour, from biology to fashion with neuroscientists from Newcastle University. Thu, 31 Jan 2013 09:05:00 GMT http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/colour-vision-ion-talks-to-bbc-radio-copy AllChanging Age Faculty of Medical Sciences ResearchPress Release Regional Press Release http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/eliminating-rare-diseases Newcastle University is co-ordinating an international effort to connect research data in order to develop new diagnostic tools and treatments for people with rare diseases. Thu, 24 Jan 2013 15:01:00 GMT http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/eliminating-rare-diseases AllFaculty of Medical Sciences Health Medicine Research University HomepageInternational Press Release Press Release http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/vital-children-s-cancer-drug-being-underdosed A study has found that many patients receiving a potentially life-saving drug for the childhood cancer neuroblastoma are potentially being under-dosed. Thu, 17 Jan 2013 10:05:00 GMT http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/vital-children-s-cancer-drug-being-underdosed AllFaculty of Medical Sciences Health Medicine Research University HomepagePress Release http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/awards1-copy1 Award for work to improve the condition of laboratory animals. Thu, 17 Jan 2013 09:30:00 GMT http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/awards1-copy1 AllAnimal Faculty of Medical SciencesRegional Press Release