http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/ en-gb webmaster@ncl.ac.uk http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/first-confucius-institute-in-north-east-to-be-launched A new centre dedicated to promoting Chinese language and culture has been launched at Newcastle University with a series of events. Fri, 10 May 2013 16:23:00 GMT http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/first-confucius-institute-in-north-east-to-be-launched AllFaculty of Humanities and Social Sciences Staff/Students University HomepageInternational Press Release Press Release Regional Press Release http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/exploring-art-at-a-stroke A unique app which allows you to peel back the layers of a masterpiece and uncover a previously hidden world has been developed by experts from Newcastle and Northumbria universities. Sat, 27 Apr 2013 00:01:00 GMT http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/exploring-art-at-a-stroke AllArts & Culture Computing Faculty of Science, Agriculture and Engineering Research University HomepageInternational Press Release Press Release Regional Press Release http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/parkinson-s-discovery-could-lead-to-earlier-diagnosis5 A new study could help earlier diagnosis of Parkinson's disease, after a Malaysian researcher working for Newcastle University in the UK identified that even early in the disease people experience symptoms. Tue, 16 Apr 2013 16:18:00 GMT http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/parkinson-s-discovery-could-lead-to-earlier-diagnosis5 AllInternational Press Release http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/trash-caf-taking-upcycling-up-a-level It’s more than 50 years since the BBC’s Blue Peter first opened our eyes to the endless potential of a squeezy bottle and some double-sided sticky tape. Tue, 16 Apr 2013 00:01:00 GMT http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/trash-caf-taking-upcycling-up-a-level AllEngineering Environment Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences Faculty of Science, Agriculture and Engineering Research Science Science City Staff/Students Sustainability University HomepageInternational Press Release Press Release Regional Press Release http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/m-extreme-engineering-centre-announced Newcastle University is to lead a national centre for subsea and offshore engineering as part of a major drive to develop new materials and technologies to explore the world’s oceans. Thu, 28 Mar 2013 00:01:00 GMT http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/m-extreme-engineering-centre-announced AllEngineering Environment Faculty of Science, Agriculture and Engineering Research Science City Sustainability University HomepageInternational Press Release Press Release http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/erasing-electronic-footprints-to-protect-victims-of-domestic-violence A ‘cleaner app’ which allows those at risk from domestic violence to seek help online without leaving an electronic trail behind them has been developed by Newcastle University. Tue, 26 Mar 2013 00:01:00 GMT http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/erasing-electronic-footprints-to-protect-victims-of-domestic-violence AllComputing Faculty of Science, Agriculture and Engineering Research Social Renewal University HomepageInternational Press Release Press Release http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/research-rising-to-meet-global-challenges Newcastle University is to lead a 5.5 million research project investigating new ways to provide cheaper, cleaner water. Tue, 12 Mar 2013 11:07:00 GMT http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/research-rising-to-meet-global-challenges AllComputing Engineering Environment Faculty of Science, Agriculture and Engineering Research Science Sustainability University HomepageInternational Press Release 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/first-ever-chinese-graduation1 Newcastle University has celebrated the achievements of its Chinese graduates with its first ever graduation ceremony in the country. Fri, 01 Mar 2013 10:49:00 GMT http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/first-ever-chinese-graduation1 AllUniversity HomepageInternational Press Release Press Release http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/newcastle-university-professor-wins-1m-ted-prize Professor Sugata Mitra, whose research inspired the film ‘Slumdog Millionaire’, has been named the 2013 TED Prize winner. Tue, 26 Feb 2013 18:06:00 GMT http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/newcastle-university-professor-wins-1m-ted-prize AllComputing Education Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences Research Social Renewal Staff/Students University HomepageInternational Press Release Press Release http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/ensuring-security-technology-doesn-t-become-a-weapon-against-human-rights Europe’s growing security industry needs stricter controls to ensure its technology isn’t used as a weapon against citizens, a Newcastle University expert has warned. Fri, 22 Feb 2013 12:00:00 GMT http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/ensuring-security-technology-doesn-t-become-a-weapon-against-human-rights AllFaculty of Humanities and Social Sciences Research Social Renewal Staff/Students University HomepageInternational Press Release Press Release http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/could-the-humble-sea-urchin-hold-the-key-to-carbon-capture The discovery that sea urchins use Nickel particles to harness carbon dioxide from the sea could be the key to capturing tonnes of CO2 from the atmosphere. Tue, 05 Feb 2013 00:01:00 GMT http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/could-the-humble-sea-urchin-hold-the-key-to-carbon-capture AllEngineering Environment 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/a-design-for-life-helping-ethiopia-build-for-the-future1 A Newcastle University lecturer is heading to Ethiopia to help the country meet its urgent housing needs. Thu, 31 Jan 2013 09:00:00 GMT http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/a-design-for-life-helping-ethiopia-build-for-the-future1 AllFaculty of Humanities and Social Sciences Social Renewal Staff/Students University HomepageInternational Press Release 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/reducing-the-impact-of-a-terrorist-attack-on-our-trains-and-metros Blast-resilient carriages that are better able to withstand a terrorist attack and ultimately save lives have been developed by a world-leading team of engineers. Tue, 22 Jan 2013 23:00:00 GMT http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/reducing-the-impact-of-a-terrorist-attack-on-our-trains-and-metros AllEngineering Faculty of Science, Agriculture and Engineering Research Science Sustainability Transport University HomepageInternational Press Release Press Release http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/i-am-nasrine-earns-bafta-nomination A feature film by Newcastle University lecturer Tina Gharavi has been nominated for a prestigious BAFTA award. Wed, 09 Jan 2013 15:46:00 GMT http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/i-am-nasrine-earns-bafta-nomination AllArts & Culture Education Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences Staff/StudentsInternational Press Release Press Release Regional Press Release http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/how-the-kilogram-has-put-on-weight Post-Christmas and most of us are feeling the over-indulgence. But take heart - experts at Newcastle University have shown even the kilogram itself has put on weight. Mon, 07 Jan 2013 00:01:00 GMT http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/how-the-kilogram-has-put-on-weight AllEngineering Faculty of Science, Agriculture and Engineering Research University HomepageInternational Press Release Press Release http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/all-at-sea-for-christmas Newcastle University scientist Susan Gebbels today sets sail to the centre of the Pacific Ocean as part of a new expedition to uncover one of the earth’s deepest secrets. Mon, 17 Dec 2012 14:35:00 GMT http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/all-at-sea-for-christmas AllEnvironment Faculty of Science, Agriculture and Engineering Nature Research SustainabilityInternational Press Release Press Release Regional Press Release http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/newcastle-university-honours-inspiring-social-campaigners Four of the world’s most eminent social and political figures received honorary degrees from Newcastle University at a Congregation ceremony today (Tuesday, 4 December). Tue, 04 Dec 2012 13:00:00 GMT http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/newcastle-university-honours-inspiring-social-campaigners AllFaculty of Humanities and Social Sciences Social Renewal Staff/StudentsInternational Press Release Press Release http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/clearest-evidence-yet-of-polar-ice-losses An international team involving Newcastle University experts has produced the most accurate assessment of ice losses from Antarctica and Greenland to date, ending 20 years of uncertainty. Fri, 30 Nov 2012 08:00:00 GMT http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/clearest-evidence-yet-of-polar-ice-losses AllEnvironment Faculty of Science, Agriculture and Engineering Nature Research Sustainability University HomepageInternational Press Release Press Release http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/the-coastal-conundrum-balancing-the-costs-of-erosion-v-flooding Ensuring continued flood protection for low lying coastal areas may mean sacrificing cliff top communities to the sea, experts reveal. Thu, 29 Nov 2012 15:00:00 GMT http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/the-coastal-conundrum-balancing-the-costs-of-erosion-v-flooding AllFaculty of Science, Agriculture and Engineering Research Sustainability University HomepageInternational Press Release Press Release http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/million-boost-for-science-innovation-at-newcastle The Business Secretary Vince Cable today announced a 1.4m investment in Newcastle University to help turn our best science ideas into successful business projects. Thu, 15 Nov 2012 11:00:00 GMT http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/million-boost-for-science-innovation-at-newcastle AllEngineering Faculty of Medical Sciences Faculty of Science, Agriculture and Engineering Health Research ScienceInternational Press Release Press Release http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/uk-premiere-of-three-chinese-films-at-newcastle-university1 Film buffs will be able to see the secret side of China at Newcastle University. Mon, 05 Nov 2012 11:05:00 GMT http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/uk-premiere-of-three-chinese-films-at-newcastle-university1 AllArts & Culture Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences Social Renewal Staff/StudentsInternational Press Release Press Release http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/new-scholarship-for-singapore Newcastle University is launching a new scholarship scheme in Singapore in collaboration with the Government, to help develop the next generation of engineers and designers. Mon, 05 Nov 2012 10:34:00 GMT http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/new-scholarship-for-singapore AllFaculty of Science, Agriculture and Engineering SingaporeInternational Press Release Press Release http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/newcastle-university-raising-educational-standards-in-indonesia Newcastle University is today signing an agreement with top universities in Indonesia to raise educational standards. Thu, 01 Nov 2012 11:30:00 GMT http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/newcastle-university-raising-educational-standards-in-indonesia AllChanging Age Faculty of Medical Sciences Medicine University HomepageInternational Press Release Press Release Regional Press Release http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/new-course-will-help-keep-the-lights-on-in-singapore Newcastle University and The Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT) will offer Singapore's first undergraduate degree in Electrical Power Engineering, after signing an agreement this week. Tue, 30 Oct 2012 11:37:00 GMT http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/new-course-will-help-keep-the-lights-on-in-singapore AllEngineering Faculty of Science, Agriculture and Engineering SingaporeInternational Press Release http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/new-understanding-of-antarctic-s-weight-loss New data which more accurately measures the rate of ice-melt could help us better understand how Antarctica is changing in the light of global warming. Mon, 22 Oct 2012 09:55:00 GMT http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/new-understanding-of-antarctic-s-weight-loss AllEnvironment Faculty of Science, Agriculture and Engineering Nature Research Sustainability University HomepageInternational Press Release Press Release http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/japanese-lake-record-improves-radiocarbon-dating New results may help archaeologists and climate scientists refine age estimates by hundreds of years. Thu, 18 Oct 2012 19:00:00 GMT http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/japanese-lake-record-improves-radiocarbon-dating AllChanging Age Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences Research Science City Staff/Students University HomepageInternational Press Release Press Release http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/cobalt-ions-found-to-trigger-the-body-s-immune-system Metal ions released by failing metal-on-metal (MoM) hip joint replacements can trigger an immune response similar to that caused by bacterial infections, Newcastle experts have found. Wed, 17 Oct 2012 09:58:00 GMT http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/cobalt-ions-found-to-trigger-the-body-s-immune-system AllFaculty of Medical Sciences Faculty of Science, Agriculture and Engineering Medicine ResearchInternational Press Release Press Release http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/close-call-bad-weather-drives-up-phone-calls-to-our-nearest-and-dearest Who we call and how long we speak to them changes with the weather, according to new research by experts at Newcastle University. Wed, 10 Oct 2012 22:00:00 GMT http://www.ncl.ac.uk/press.office/press.release/item/close-call-bad-weather-drives-up-phone-calls-to-our-nearest-and-dearest AllEnvironment Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences Faculty of Science, Agriculture and Engineering Research Social Renewal University HomepageInternational Press Release Press Release