In the Media - Archive
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10,000 people have reached their century
30th September 2008, The Daily Telegraph, UK
A record number of centenarians are now living in England and Wales. Includes comment from Professor Tom Kirkwood, director of the Institute for Ageing and Health at Newcastle University. No URL
At forefront of sea quest for answers
30th September 2008, The Journal, UK
Research at Newcastle University's Dove Marine Laboratory needs to build on North traditions as it celebrated its centenary.
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In the language of love, money talks
30th September 2008, New Scientist, Worldwide
Research led by Newcastle University's Dr Daniel Nettle finds that rich men are likely to have larger families as they are more likely to find mates.
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Dove marks century of marine research
29th September 2008, BBC online, Worldwide
Centenary celebrations at Newcastle University's Dove Marine Laboratory.
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Region\'s bid for coal revolution
29th September 2008, The Journal, UK
A team led by Newcastle University's Prof Paul Younger is asking for a change in the law so that research to turn underground coal into gas can go-ahead.
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American v British teeth
29th September 2008, BBC News Magazine, UK
Professor Jimmy Steele comments on why the Hollywood smile isn't crossing the Atlantic.
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Is The Crunch Hitting Our Organic Dreams?
27th September 2008, The Journal, UK
The credit crunch has caused a dip in the organic foods market. Article includes comment from Bill Weeks, a retired Newcastle University lecturer. No URL
Muscle disease experts gather for congress
27th September 2008, The Northern Echo, UK
The 13th World Muscle Society Congress, organised by scientists from Newcastle University, a world leader in the field, takes place this week.
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Bid to block student-filled city ghettos
27th September 2008, The Journal, UK
Moves to stop neighbourhoods turning into student ghettos have been unveiled by Ministers. Newcastle City Council commented that it already has a good relationship with the university. No URL
Elderly forced to cut back on essentials
26th September 2008, The Journal, UK
Newcastle University Professor John Veit-Wilson, an expert in income standards and social poverty, comments on the the situation of the region's pensioners.
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