Research
Action game to aid recovery from stroke
A video game which improves and overcomes the physical symptoms of a stroke was revealed last week by Newcastle University specialists.
published on: 23rd May 2012
Newcastle addiction conference calls for alcohol action
An influential group of international addiction experts have called for the banning of all alcohol advertising and the introduction of minimum pricing, at a conference co-hosted by Newcastle University last week.
published on: 23rd May 2012
The hidden cost of cannabis
Around £200m of electricity is being stolen every year to run illegal cannabis farms across the UK.
published on: 9th May 2012
Research challenges idea raising aspirations is key to education success
New research carried out by Newcastle University challenges the idea that raising aspirations is the key to improving the education of children from low-income families.
published on: 9th May 2012
Keeping older drivers on the road
A unique research car which monitors our concentration, stress levels and driving habits while we’re sat behind the steering wheel is being used to develop new technologies to support older drivers.
published on: 25th April 2012
