Electric vehicles could play a key role in driving down pollution in our cities after it was revealed daily levels of atmospheric Nitrogen Dioxide regularly exceed the recommended safety limits.

published on: 31 May 2013

An experimental drug which may treat a range of cancers is being tested in a new clinical trial at Newcastle University.

published on: 31 May 2013

A Newcastle University student has been shortlisted to become MTV's student of the year, which recognise the nation's most passionate, inspiring and ambitious student.

published on: 30 May 2013

Understanding how our key infrastructures interconnect - from a technical, economic and social perspective - will improve the way we finance and deliver them across the UK.

published on: 30 May 2013

Surgeons now have a formula to predict when brain haemorrhage patients need surgery, thanks to an international trial led by Newcastle University. 

published on: 30 May 2013

A simple lab-based skin test which eliminates the risk of adverse reactions to new drugs, cosmetics and household chemicals has been developed by a Newcastle University team.

published on: 28 May 2013

A new gene associated with a form of congenital heart disease in new born babies – known as “a hole in the heart” has been discovered by researchers.

published on: 26 May 2013

We are part of a new network which will ensure that innovative ideas within the NHS are turned into treatments, accessible technologies and medicines.

published on: 24 May 2013

Scientists at Newcastle University have shed new light on how the brain tunes in to relevant information.

published on: 23 May 2013

The countdown has begun to the launch of the most visited exhibition in the Hatton Gallery’s annual calendar.

published on: 21 May 2013

Budding film-makers are being invited to take part in a new project designed to celebrate one of the UK’s most iconic native species – the red squirrel.

published on: 15 May 2013

Universities are saving billions by sharing high-value resources and using innovative technologies, Minister for Universities and Science David Willetts revealed today.

published on: 15 May 2013

Is someone laughing with you or at you? Your brain can tell the difference, researchers have discovered.

published on: 14 May 2013

Work may be hard but achieving a satisfying, fulfilling retirement may be even harder work. A new book offers timely advice for revered football manager Sir Alex Ferguson as he announces his retirement.

published on: 13 May 2013

A new centre dedicated to promoting Chinese language and culture has been launched at Newcastle University with a series of events.

published on: 10 May 2013

Researchers at the Centre for Charitable Giving are investigating the reasons why prominent entrepreneurs, like Bill Gates and Warren Buffet, become philanthropic.

published on: 9 May 2013

Early-warning sensor systems that can test and track serious infectious diseases – such as major flu epidemics, MRSA and HIV – using mobile phones and the internet are being developed by Newcastle scientists.

published on: 9 May 2013

Personal letters which give an insight into Kurt Schwitters’ vision for the Merz Barn artwork have been revealed for the first time.

published on: 7 May 2013

Michael Sandel, the world’s ‘most relevant philosopher’ is to give a public lecture at Newcastle University.

published on: 7 May 2013

Newcastle University experts have carried out the first-ever study of interactive tables in the classroom as part of a major trial to understand the benefits of technology to teaching and learning.

published on: 7 May 2013

A Newcastle University expert in the genetics of childhood cancer has been recognised for her contribution to the advancement of medical science.

published on: 7 May 2013

Newcastle University’s Centre for Learning and Teaching has been made a member of Investing in Children.

published on: 3 May 2013