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New cancer equipment will be first of its kind in Europe
The biggest ever donation from the Sir Bobby Robson Foundation will fund cutting edge equipment which will help treat cancer patients.
published on: 29th November 2010
South Pole beckons for Bryony
Many women planning their 21st birthday party might be thinking of what dress to wear, but Bryony Balen is just looking for something to keep her warm.
published on: 26th November 2010
Charity gets expert help from Business School
Free business advice from Newcastle University will help more people benefit from sports and education projects across the region.
published on: 23rd November 2010
Big Society alive and well in nation’s ‘breathing spaces’
The Big Society is alive and well in England’s national parks, but vital work is being ignored because they are not on the government’s radar, according to a leading academic.
published on: 16th November 2010
Cracks in your concrete? You need ‘BacillaFilla’
A bacteria that can knit together cracks in concrete structures by producing a special ‘glue’ has been developed by a team of students at Newcastle University.
published on: 12th November 2010
Announcement: Leadership adviser wins award
The Head of Newcastle University’s leadership and development strategy has been named ‘Practitioner of the Year’ at a major national awards ceremony.
published on: 11th November 2010
Hungary calls on Newcastle expert for help
World-leading pollution expert Professor Paul Younger has been called upon to advise Hungarian authorities in the aftermath of the toxic sludge disaster.
published on: 10th November 2010
Early life conditions affect pregnancy
A new study of female reproduction suggests that a disrupted early childhood can lead to girls having babies at a younger age.
published on: 10th November 2010
Live well for a healthier and longer life
A new project launches today which aims to transform the health and wellbeing of people who have retired, or are just about to do so.
published on: 9th November 2010
New test for ovarian cancer patients
Scientists have developed a new test to select which patients with ovarian cancer will benefit from new drugs called PARP inhibitors, according to research presented at the National Cancer Research Institute Cancer Conference in Liverpool.
published on: 8th November 2010
