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New blood test developed to rapidly diagnose rare genetic diseases
Researchers have developed a blood test capable of rapidly diagnosing rare genetic diseases in babies and children, eliminating costly and invasive procedures and giving earlier access to treatment.
Team Newcastle take on Great North Run in aid of our students
This year, over 35 colleagues, graduates and supporters are joining #TeamNewcastle in the world’s biggest and best half-marathon to raise vital funds for our 29,000-strong student community.
New therapy to overcome treatment-resistant skin cancers
A study has revealed why some patients don’t respond to immune checkpoint blockade (ICB) therapy for solid cancer tumours and identifies a new combination treatment.
Discover Festival to inspire future generations in the North East
Discover Festival will take place at Newcastle University on Saturday, 7 June, in an exciting one-day event that will showcase the university’s research and education to people in the North East.
Report calls to reverse the decline of High Street “Ghost Towns"
The Government needs to take urgent steps to reverse the deterioration of England’s High Streets - particularly in the North, and in more deprived and coastal areas.
Prestigious academy elects leading scientists to its Fellowship
The Academy of Medical Sciences has elected two prominent Newcastle University academics to its Fellowship.
University announces new PVC for Faculty of Medical Sciences
Newcastle University has announced the appointment of a new Pro Vice-Chancellor of the Faculty of Medical Sciences (FMS), Professor Quentin Anstee.
Newcastle reaffirmed as a Leader in Openness in animal research
Understanding Animal Research has announced that Newcastle University has reaffirmed its status as a Leader in Openness from 2025 - 2028.
FibroFind acquired to drive global growth in drug development
FibroFind, a Newcastle University spin-out, has been acquired by private equity firm Vespa Capital in a move set to accelerate the company’s international growth.
Universities partnership ‘a blueprint’ for others
The Universities for North East England partnership could be a blueprint for the rest of the UK, an MP has told an event in Parliament.
Availability of community pharmacies declining in deprived areas
People living in more deprived areas with worse health outcomes are 65% more likely to lose their local pharmacy than those in wealthier areas, according to new research.
Private provision forcing longer wait for NHS hip and knee replacement
A study of NHS-funded hip and knee replacement operations has found fewer surgical admissions within NHS hospitals and rising waiting times even as NHS contracts with private providers have expanded.
Comment: Why people in police custody are missing vital medications
Writing for The Conversation, Gethin Rees discusses why some people in police custody can face long delays in receiving medication - or be denied access to healthcare altogether.
Stress of school refusal causes parents' mental health to deteriorate
‘School system rife with blame’ could threaten parents’ mental health when their children struggle with attendance, Newcastle University research has revealed.
Groundbreaking dental surgery cures sloth’s toothache
Pioneering surgery by Newcastle University dental experts to cure a sloth’s toothache has been a success.
Multi-million pound investment tackling healthcare workforce challenge
A multi-million pound grant has been awarded to Newcastle researchers to tackle challenges facing healthcare workers in remote and deprived areas.
Transforming dementia support through technology network
Researchers in Newcastle have been awarded £1.6 million to develop a network which will support people living with dementia by connecting existing technology and services.
Second stage of new treatment for rheumatoid arthritis begins
A clinical trial led by researchers at Newcastle University is investigating the best way to administer a potential treatment for rheumatoid arthritis.
Voice of prisoners' children heard as research takes centre stage
Children explaining the "indescribable" turmoil of having a family member in prison forms part of a new theatre production and workshop.
NIHR appoints new Senior Investigator in Public Health
The NIHR has announced Professor Judith Rankin as a Senior Investigator in public health in its latest round of leaders in health and care research.
Scientist’s evidence key in ‘toxic town’ legal case
Netflix's new series, Toxic Town, is taking the public by storm as it highlights one of the country’s largest environmental scandals to date.
Cellular changes revealed as lung damage worsens during Covid-19
Changes in the cellular response during lung damage caused by Covid-19 have been uncovered by a team of scientists.
Newcastle University staff celebrated for International Women’s Day
Inspirational Newcastle University colleagues are taking part in a special celebration to mark International Women’s Day.
Human microbiome researcher honoured with prestigious award
A leading young scientist is the first at Newcastle University to win an esteemed Blavatnik award.
Prestigious Hunterian Professorship awarded to surgeon scientist
Tom Andrew’s pioneering work on surgical care using AI has been recognised with the Hunterian Professorship for 2025 by the Royal College of Surgeons.
Medical breakthrough unlocks rare disease discovery
A landmark study has found 69 previously unidentified genetic determinants of rare disease, including uncommon forms of epilepsy and schizophrenia.
New clinical facilities will transform dental education and training
Newcastle’s 125-year history of dentistry education, treatment and research has an exciting future with the launch of new multi-million pound facilities.
Newcastle Pro-Vice-Chancellor chosen as CBI North East Chair
Professor Jane Robinson, Pro-Vice-Chancellor Engagement and Place at Newcastle University, has been appointed Chair of CBI’s North East Council.
Using AI to predict the outcome of aggressive skin cancers
Researchers have developed AI, called DeepMerkel, which can determine the course and severity of aggressive skin cancers enabling medics to personalise treatment.
New Year Honours for Newcastle University community
This New Year's Honours list recognises a number of outstanding University colleagues.
New Years Honours for University colleagues
University colleagues have been recognised in the Queen's New Year's Honours.
Cup of tea brightens the day and the mind
If you’re enjoying a cup of tea and mince pie this festive season, you may be refreshing more than your palate, as research shows a good brew improves the attention span in those over 85-years-old.
Virtual Nuffield research placements
Segen Tecle, an A-level student, describes her experience as a Nuffield foundation research placement student in 2020.
Children with cystic fibrosis suffer mild illness from Covid-19
Children with cystic fibrosis who do not have pre-existing severe lung damage have mild or asymptomatic illness when infected with Covid-19, a new study has revealed.
North hit harder by both Covid-19 and Spanish flu pandemic
Northern England, which was worst hit by the first wave of coronavirus, also suffered more than the South during the Spanish flu outbreak more than 100 years ago, according to new research.
Prestigious position for Head of Pharmacy
Head of the School of Pharmacy has been appointed the chair of a national society to lead its Education and Standards Committee.
Diagnostic hope for NAFLD
Two proteins have been identified which have great potential as a new blood test for the severity of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD).
Research will look at impact of Covid-19 on where we live
Researchers from the North East selected to take part in a programme on understanding the impact of COVID-19 on service change and health inequalities.
Newcastle experts join climate change panel
Two Newcastle University experts have been appointed to advise on efforts to tackle climate change in the North East.
‘First of its kind’ clinical trial to help lung cancer patients
A group of scientists have been awarded £900,000 from Cancer Research UK to launch a groundbreaking clinical trial for people with lung cancer.
Exploring pharmacists’ role in spotting early signs of oral cancer
Region-wide study unveiled during Mouth Cancer Action Month
Breakthrough in childhood brain cancer will save lives
A scientific breakthrough has enabled experts to predict relapse in a common childhood cancer and means doctors can tailor treatment for each individual child and improve prognosis.
Newcastle recognised as global climate leader
Newcastle has been named a global 'climate leader' for its efforts to become carbon neutral by 2030.
SIGNET - a breakthrough study in organ donor research and management
Professor John Dark explains more about SIGNET - Statins for Improving orGan outcomE in Transplantation - a new £1.3m NIHR funded trial.
COVID-19 report reveals major hit to the North’s health and economy
The North has been hit harder than the rest of the country during Covid-19 and this has increased inequality in England, a new study involving Newcastle University has revealed.
Prestigious prize for study into liver cancer diagnosis and treatment
Leading academics at Newcastle University have won a prestigious 2020 Newton Prize for their international study into liver cancer.
Call for money spent on test and trace to be given to local services
A group of doctors is calling on the government to divert the hundreds of millions of pounds being spent on the failing COVID-19 national test and trace scheme into local health services.
Crowd-sourcing optogenetics data to tackle neurological diseases
Around the world, some 50 million people have epilepsy. It’s one of the most common neurological diseases globally, characterised by recurrent seizures in part or all of the body.
Future Leaders Fellowships for Newcastle University academics
Innovative new ways of researching epilepsy and eye disorders will be led by Newcastle University’s two new Future Leaders Fellows.
Medical students staying safe
Medical students know all too well the importance of staying safe during the pandemic and those in the later years have been working safely on clinical placements for weeks.