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Protecting cultural property in Ukraine
Monuments, sites, and cultural institutions in Ukraine are being monitored using satellite imagery, to safeguard cultural property.
published on: 13 May 2022
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Folk music students perform at 10 Downing Street
Undergraduate guitarists John Hinton and Jack Hogsden performed at the Downing Street Spring Showcase which promotes the best of British business,
published on: 13 May 2022
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Sea ice can control Antarctic ice sheet stability, new research finds
An international team of researchers, including a glaciologist at Newcastle University, has found that changes in sea ice can have an important influence on ice shelves.
published on: 13 May 2022
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REF2021 confirms growth in research excellence and impact at Newcastle
The national assessment of research performance has reported world-leading research with outstanding impact for society and the economy across all disciplines at Newcastle University.
published on: 12 May 2022
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Students showcase their own community-based research
Students at Newcastle University have showcased research they have been carrying out throughout the academic year with a range of local charities and voluntary organisations.
published on: 9 May 2022
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Research highlights the “specialness” of our urban green spaces
Research led by Newcastle University has highlighted the importance of ‘urban commons’ for leisure use, wellbeing and their biodiversity value.
published on: 6 May 2022
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Comment: Tests and threats recall nuclear fears of the cold war
Writing for The Conversation, Dr Michael Mulvihill discusses how Russia's actions during the Ukraine War echo the cold war.
published on: 5 May 2022
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Former Newcastle student wins prestigious Geography prize
Jessica Edgley, a Newcastle University geography graduate, has been awarded the prestigious Alfred Steers Dissertation prize by the Royal Geographical Society (with IBG).
published on: 5 May 2022
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Research finally answers what Bronze Age daggers were used for
Analysis of Bronze Age daggers has shown that they were used for processing animal carcasses and not as non-functional symbols of identity and status, as previously thought.
published on: 29 April 2022
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University ranked first in the UK for sustainable development
Newcastle University’s ongoing work towards the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (UNSDGs) has been recognised in the Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2022.
published on: 28 April 2022
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Toxic Camera
A new exhibition by Newcastle University joint Fine Art professors Jane and Louise Wilson, is to go on show in London.
published on: 26 April 2022
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Under One Roof
A new exhibition will showcase the Class of 2020’s Fine Art Degree Show – two years after it was delayed.
published on: 22 April 2022
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Comment: Why ‘Las Malvinas’ are still such an emotive issue
Writing for The Conversation, Matt Benwell discusses how, 40 years on from the Falklands War, ‘Las Malvinas’ are still such an emotive issue in Argentina.
published on: 20 April 2022
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How We Live Now
Making Spaces in the North East with Matrix Feminist Design Co-operative 6 May – 23 July 2022
published on: 19 April 2022
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Strong demand for graduates amid UK skills shortage
A new report – Busting graduate job myths – published today by Universities UK reveals strong employer demand for graduates whose future job prospects continue to look bright.
published on: 11 April 2022
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Comment: French election: who is running against Emmanuel Macron?
Writing for The Conversation, Laurent Binet profiles the candidates running against Emmanuel Macron in the French election.
published on: 8 April 2022
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Comment: Rosalía: raising reggaetón’s ‘global cachet’?
Writing for The Conversation, Ellen Rebecca Bishell discusses whether Spanish singer Rosalía’s success is raising reggaetón’s ‘global cachet’ or robbing it of its roots.
published on: 8 April 2022
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Environmentalist and former politician to be new Goldman Professor
Environmentalist and former North East MEP, Paul Brannen has been appointed as this year’s David Goldman Visiting Professor of Innovation and Enterprise at Newcastle University.
published on: 7 April 2022
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Humanities and Social Sciences subjects rise in global rankings
The Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences (HaSS) celebrates four subjects making significant gains in the latest QS World University Rankings by Subject.
published on: 6 April 2022
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Newcastle University’s Folk and Traditional Music degree turns 21
It has launched some of the biggest names in the Folk Music scene, and now Newcastle University’s influential Folk and Traditional Music Degree is turning 21.
published on: 5 April 2022
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Comment: Britain and the war in Ukraine
Dr Martin Farr discusses how British responses to the Russian invasion of Ukraine have been both uniquely of their time – of 2022 – but also observe some well-established norms.
published on: 4 April 2022
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Newcastle Poetry Festival returns
The Poet Laureate is to give a live in-person reading at this year’s Newcastle Poetry Festival.
published on: 1 April 2022
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Newcastle University academic announced as a New Generation Thinker
Dr Emma Whipday has been named as one of this year’s New Generation Thinkers.
published on: 31 March 2022
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INSIGHTS Public Lectures return to campus
Newcastle University’s popular INSIGHTS Public Lectures will make a welcome return to campus after Easter.
published on: 31 March 2022
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Study reveals the impact of climate change on the ‘Frozen Continent’
Warmer summers and meltwater lakes are threatening the fringes of the world’s largest ice sheet, new research has shown.
published on: 31 March 2022
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Student success at the Royal Television Society awards
The documentary Ordinary Life won best Regional Student Award: Factual Film at the RTS North East and Borders Awards.
published on: 22 March 2022
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New online Masters course in Mediation and Dispute Resolution
Newcastle Law School has launched a new online Master in Laws (LL.M.) degree programme in Mediation and International Commercial Dispute Resolution.
published on: 22 March 2022
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Comment: The invasion of Ukraine points to a colonial history
Professor Alastair Bonnett discusses the Russian model of colonialism by absorption, in relation to the war in Ukraine.
published on: 22 March 2022
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Comment: Women are key to the resolution of the Russia-Ukraine War
Women need to be included from the outset, and not just in the final stages of negotiations, if we are to bring about better and more inclusive outcomes, comments Dr Katharine A. M. Wright.
published on: 21 March 2022
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Comment: Ukraine and the USA: A Different Relationship
The war in Ukraine has caused America to hesitate in its role as ‘leader of the free world’, writes Professor Susan-Mary Grant.
published on: 21 March 2022
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Comment: A turning point in the German-Russian relationship
Professor of European History, Daniel Siemens, comments on how the war in Ukraine is a turning point in the German-Russian relationship.
published on: 21 March 2022
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Comment: Versions of history obscure Ukraine’s rich and vibrant past
Dr Robert Dale discusses how different versions of Ukraine's history over hundreds of years obscure the country's rich and vibrant past.
published on: 21 March 2022
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Daughters of the Soil: The Women behind Agriculture
Discover the women in agriculture across Northumberland and the Scottish Borders in an insightful and powerful portrait exhibition, Daughters of the Soil.
published on: 18 March 2022
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GNM: Hancock welcomes Malavika Anderson as new museum manager
Malavika Anderson has been appointed by Tyne & Wear Archives & Museums (TWAM) as Museum Manager at Newcastle University’s Great North Museum: Hancock.
published on: 17 March 2022
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New learning centre to inspire young people
A new learning centre in Newcastle is set to empower thousands of young people to achieve their academic and career ambitions.
published on: 16 March 2022
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Excavation unearths a 1500-year-old mystery
An abandoned mausoleum and silver extraction taking place on an industrial scale at a Roman site in rural Kent have left archaeologists with a 1500-year-old mystery.
published on: 15 March 2022
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Encore! Newcastle University students stage 17th-Century Baroque opera
Some of the country’s brightest young musical talents will take to the stage to perform the first great English opera next week.
published on: 15 March 2022
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University joins campaign to Lift the Ban
Newcastle University has lent its support to the Lift the Ban campaign, calling on the UK Government to give people seeking asylum the right to work.
published on: 10 March 2022
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Newcastle academic part of Falkland Islands anniversary
A geographer at Newcastle University is part of a unique project to mark the 40th anniversary of the Falkland Islands war.
published on: 10 March 2022
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Collaboration aims to address region’s skills gap
Experts at Newcastle University are working with the North East Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP) and young people to better understand how a skills gap facing the region can be addressed.
published on: 9 March 2022
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Durty Beanz named new Artist-in-Residence
Glasgow-based Durty Beanz are a collaborative performance project established in 2019.
published on: 3 March 2022
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Academic made Fellow of Academy of Social Sciences
Professor Pauline Dixon has received the coveted accolade for excellence in her field.
published on: 1 March 2022
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New book digs deeper into the history beneath our feet
A Newcastle University academic is bringing history and archaeology closer to home with a new book to accompany the Great British Dig TV series.
published on: 24 February 2022
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Comment: Chagos Islands - row over sovereignty will not go away
Writing for The Conversation, Sue Farran discusses how the international legal status of the Chagos Islands continues to be contested.
published on: 22 February 2022
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HERE
A powerful new play, HERE is about finding sanctuary in the unlikeliest of places.
published on: 18 February 2022
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Comment: Long-term answers to the UK's carbon dioxide shortage
Writing for The Conversation, Jas Kalra and Jens Roehrich explain how the government can manage supply chain risks for strategic products such as carbon dioxide.
published on: 17 February 2022
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Comment: Who owns Britain's underground heat?
Writing for The Conversation, Anna McClean and Ole Pederson discuss the lack of clarity over who owns Britain's geothermal heat.
published on: 16 February 2022
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Newcastle University is Under the Stars
Campus to play host to free night-time art event in March
published on: 15 February 2022
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Comment: Carrie Johnson and our unease about the ‘political spouse'
Writing for The Conversation, Orly Siow discusses the women who have faced questions about their role and influence as a female political spouse.
published on: 14 February 2022
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Moses Roper - the lost opportunity of British Abolition
In the 1800s, Moses Roper, who has escaped enslavement in the US, was a well-known public figure.
published on: 14 February 2022
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Exhibition will commemorate talented Fine Art graduate
Every Space We Occupy will present an in-depth and inspiring view of the work, life and legacy of artist Ella Dawson who studied Fine Art at Newcastle University 2015-2019.
published on: 8 February 2022
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Spring programme of public lectures and concerts unveiled
A new season of online INSIGHTS Public Lectures and Live Concerts at Home gets underway this month.
published on: 8 February 2022
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Issues remain if left-behind areas are to be transformed
A range of issues remain to be addressed if the government’s claimed ‘transformation’ of opportunities and living standards for people across the UK is to be delivered.
published on: 2 February 2022
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Lessons to be learned so citizens’ assemblies can be more effective
The scope of the Citizens’ Assembly of Scotland’s remit should be tighter so it can have more impact on policy, say Newcastle and Edinburgh experts.
published on: 25 January 2022
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Fire Complex: LA billboards to show aftermath of forest fires
Fire Complex is a project by Professor Uta Kögelsberger that both observes the devastating impact of wildfires and sets about making a difference for the future.
published on: 20 January 2022
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Newcastle University contribution to creative excellence celebrated
Poetry at Newcastle University has been recognised as one of the UK’s greatest creative hits.
published on: 13 January 2022
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A Benin Bronze at the Great North Museum: Hancock
The Great North Museum: Hancock is seeking to return a Benin Bronze to Nigeria.
published on: 12 January 2022
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Comment: Novak Djokovic
Writing for The Conversation, Dr Joshua Jowitt discusses the the legal problem of having one rule for some, another for everyone else.
published on: 11 January 2022
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Comment: Why we need to pay attention to the world’s many racisms
Writing for The Conversation, Alastair Bonnett discusses 'Multiracism' and why we need to pay attention to a new generation of activists and scholars in order to understand the diversity of racism.
published on: 7 January 2022
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Comment: The Sagrada Familia
Writing for The Conversation, Dr Josep-Maria Garcia-Fuentes discusses how Gaudí’s masterpiece became a myth and a divisive political tool.
published on: 6 January 2022