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The latest news and events happening at Newcastle University.

New model to enhance extreme rainfall prediction

Scientists have developed new guidance and tools that could significantly improve the prediction of life-threatening flash flooding.

State of the Climate Report confirms record-high global temperatures

Greenhouse gas concentrations, the global temperature across land and oceans, global sea level, and ocean heat content all reached record highs in 2023.

Outreach event ahead of national energy research institute conference

Young people in Newcastle are set to explore green energy solutions ahead of 500-person academic conference on battery energy storage in the city.

Comment: Climate change and extreme weather

Writing for The Conversation, Professor Hayley Fowler, Paul Davies and Dr Simon Lee discuss how the rapidly warming climate is impacting the range of possible weather conditions, including extremes.

Restoring eroded peatlands reduces downstream flood risk

Scientists have found that the restoration of upland peatlands is a highly effective strategy for reducing downstream flooding.

New 'landmark’ investment in manufacturing skills facility

The North East Mayor is set to approve ‘landmark’ investment in manufacturing skills facility.

New humidity-driven membrane to remove carbon dioxide from the air

A new ambient-energy-driven membrane that pumps carbon dioxide out of the air has been developed by Newcastle University researchers.

Groundbreaking trial to reduce UK trickling filter process emissions

New project aims to better understand and reduce nitrous oxide (N2O) emissions from wastewater treatment plants that use trickling filter systems.

Steam to Green: A North East Revolution

A free interactive exhibition will take visitors on a North East journey through the past, present and future of energy.

ReLiB win prestigious Royal Society of Chemistry Prize

ReLiB have been named winners of the Royal Society of Chemistry’s Horizon Prize, which celebrates discoveries and innovations that push the boundaries of science.

Sustainability experts needed for national education scheme

Pioneering programme supporting schools and colleges to develop and implement climate action plans is being expanded.

New project METREAU on track to revolutionise wastewater treatment

Newcastle University will be part of a new project led by Northumbrian Water which aims to reduce energy needs and carbon footprint in the treatment of wastewater.

AI reveals critical gaps in global Antimicrobial Resistance research

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has helped identify knowledge, methodological and communication gaps in global Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) research.

Climate change intensifies wind-rain extremes in the UK and Ireland

Climate change will cause an increase in extreme winter storms combining strong winds and heavy rainfall over the UK and Ireland, new research has shown.

Solar-electric taxi boat sets sail in Kenya

Experts from Newcastle University have helped innovate a solar-electric water taxi fabricated entirely from recycled plastic collected and manufactured in Kenya.