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Newcastle named as centre for excellence in biomedicine
Newcastle has been named as one of 11 Biomedical Research Centres of excellence - described as 'among the most outstanding centres of medical research in the world' - and will share £450m over the next five years to conduct research into major diseases.
published on: 13th December 2006
Women still occupy 'traditional' role
Three-quarters of women still do most of the cooking and food shopping for their partner and family, suggests new research that will help health promotion policies to be targeted more effectively
published on: 12th December 2006
Singapore graduates make waves at The Sage
Five managers from Singapore's booming marine industry made an epic voyage half way around the world - to take part in Newcastle University's graduation ceremony.
published on: 8th December 2006
Businesswoman appointed as Newcastle Science City director
A highly-experienced businesswoman and marketing expert has been appointed to lead the next stage of development for Newcastle Science City, in which Newcastle University is a partner.
published on: 8th December 2006
Farming schemes 'could do more' for wildlife
University research offers an explanation for why numbers of many countryside bird species continue to decline - despite 'agri-environment' schemes to improve their habitat being in place.
published on: 8th December 2006
£6.7m initiative to aid muscle disease patients
Newcastle University is leading a multi-million pound international network aimed at improving treatment and finding cures for thousands of patients with debilitating neuromuscular diseases.
published on: 30th November 2006
‘Border Reiver’ families sought for genetics research
Newcastle University researchers are seeking people with ‘Border Reiver’ surnames, like Armstrong, Fenwick, Burn or Robson, to donate blood samples for a groundbreaking project which aims to find out if your surname signals your genetic makeup.
published on: 28th November 2006
University honours world poverty campaigners
Bob Geldof heads a list of high-profile campaigners against world poverty being honoured by Newcastle University early in the New Year.
published on: 20th November 2006
Archive of prehistoric rock art wins national award
A major Internet archive showcasing England’s finest collection of prehistoric rock art has won a prestigious national award.
published on: 14th November 2006
London Olympic Team for Newcastle Science City
A consortium planning the 2012 Olympic Games in London will be recommended as preferred master planners for the former brewery site which will become the hub of Newcastle Science City.
published on: 9th November 2006
