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Wednesday 29 January 2020 from 11:00-14:00 at Cranfield University

published on: 7 January 2020

A network of sensors are measuring levels of air pollution outside schools to give policymakers a more accurate picture of the air being breathed in by our children as they learn and play.

published on: 20 November 2019

A Newcastle University graduate is brewing a market growth formula with the launch of two new craft soft drink flavours.

published on: 14 November 2019

A new laboratory focused on the design and build of drones capable of exploring and working in our oceans is helping to strengthen the North East’s expertise in underwater engineering.

published on: 7 November 2019

Recycling technologies for end-of-life lithium ion batteries are not keeping pace with the rapid rise of electric vehicles, according to a new study.

published on: 7 November 2019

Fireworks and bonfires cause air pollution levels to soar on November 5th, thousands of sensors collecting data across Newcastle and Gateshead have shown.

published on: 5 November 2019

We have developed software that provides accurate collision hotspot predictions

published on: 30 October 2019

Margaret has been honoured by ITS United Kingdom, the association for the promotion of Intelligent Transport Systems.

published on: 25 October 2019

The role of materials science in developing new network capacity

published on: 13 October 2019

A new partnership has been established to unite the North East’s leading energy innovation, demonstration and delivery capabilities, in order to drive new opportunities and growth for the region.

published on: 9 October 2019

Two pioneering engineers from Newcastle University have received funding to develop groundbreaking technologies that have the potential to considerably benefit society and the UK economy.

published on: 4 October 2019

Writing for The Conversation, Dr Elizabeth Lewis and co-author Dr Maria Pregnolato discuss how extreme weather is threatening ageing infrastructure.

published on: 8 August 2019

Writing for The Conversation, Professor Hayley Fowler discusses why we should expect heatwaves and flash flooding to happen more often.

published on: 2 August 2019

New study highlights the delay and deterioration in driving when older drivers have to take back control of their vehicle in difficult conditions.

published on: 4 July 2019

A novel low-cost underwater robot invented by North East engineering experts is being showcased as part of a major new exhibition at the London Science Museum.

published on: 17 June 2019

Team Tao receive special recognition in $7m Shell Ocean Discovery XPRIZE competition.

published on: 3 June 2019

The first thermodynamically-reversible chemical reactor capable of producing hydrogen as a pure product stream represents a “transformational” step forward in the chemical industry.

published on: 27 May 2019

How the UK’s largest urban experiment is starting to shed light on how our cities should be managed and developed in the future.

published on: 20 May 2019

Leading climate experts at Newcastle University respond to today's report calling on the UK to end its contribution to global warming within 30 years.

published on: 2 May 2019

Low-cost acoustic tags attached to fishing nets are being trialled as part of a major new project to reduce marine litter and ‘ghost fishing’.

published on: 30 April 2019

A new World Ranking has ranked Newcastle University 23rd in the world for its commitment to sustainable development.

published on: 3 April 2019

Cities to swelter as planners face unenviable trade-off between tackling climate change and quality of life, new research has shown.

published on: 28 March 2019

He secured a Tier 2 Work Visa with the help of the Newcastle University Visa Team.

published on: 21 March 2019

£28M Hub launched to increase electrification in UK manufacturing.

published on: 15 February 2019

In the week that we announced our role in six Doctoral Training Centres funded by the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) we also celebrate 10 years since we established our first EPSRC DTC.

published on: 8 February 2019

Richard Dawson, Professor of Earth Systems Engineering at Newcastle University, has been appointed to the Committee on Climate Change Adaptation Committee.

published on: 5 February 2019

Newcastle University to lead three new Centres for Doctoral Training to develop the researchers and leaders of the future and drive innovation and investment across the UK.

published on: 4 February 2019

Professor Mark Robinson has been recognised with a Lifetime Achievement Award for his long-lasting contribution to railway innovation research.

published on: 31 January 2019

Advanced modelling techniques could vastly improve how cities deal with floods.

published on: 29 January 2019

Antibiotic-Resistant Genes (ARGs) that were first detected in urban India have been found 8,000 miles away in one of the last ‘pristine’ places on earth, a new study has shown.

published on: 28 January 2019

A new project introduced to the Overseas Immersion Programme (OIP) has proven to be a great success.

published on: 24 July 2018

President Trump’s inaction on climate change is putting UK’s national security at risk, British researchers warn Prime Minister.

published on: 10 July 2018

Kia Nazarpour has given evidence to the Commission on the Future of Surgery, formed by Royal College of Surgeons.

published on: 4 May 2018

Professor Phil Taylor explains why the Government’s decision to refuse an open cast mine at Druridge Bay will set a benchmark for the future of energy in the UK.

published on: 26 March 2018

Professor Phil Taylor explains why the Government’s decision to refuse an open cast mine at Druridge Bay will set a benchmark for the future of energy in the UK.

published on: 26 March 2018