June
News in June 2023
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Neuroscientist awarded prestigious prize to fund brain research
Dr Srikanth Ramaswamy has been announced as one of six new Fellows selected for the 2023 Lister prize.
published on: 30 June 2023
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Rarely seen works on show in Hatton Gallery for a limited time
The exhibition includes works from artists including Frank Auerbach, Laura Lancaster and Chris Ofili, Samuel Palmer, Thomas Hair and Bronwen Sleigh.
published on: 29 June 2023
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Newcastle University apprenticeships praised by Ofsted
Newcastle University’s apprenticeships have been rated ‘Good’ across the board by Ofsted.
published on: 29 June 2023
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Newcastle University achieves highest ever global ranking
Newcastle is celebrating its highest ever position at 110th in the QS World University Rankings 2024.
published on: 27 June 2023
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Launch of Euclid Mission to map the Universe
Euclid Dark Energy Satellite Mission to map the Universe prepares for launch.
published on: 27 June 2023
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'Listening’ to the Universe for new perspectives on space
A new method has been developed to explore the Universe using sound, jointly led between Newcastle University and the University of Portsmouth.
published on: 27 June 2023
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Newcastle University Fine Art student wins new art prize
Final Year Fine Art student Britney Fraser has won the Dogger Bank Purchase Prize.
published on: 26 June 2023
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Flipping the script on narrative of older adults
An art installation from the UK’s National Innovation Centre (NICA), "Flip The Script," has been awarded a prestigious People's Award at London's Design Biennale 2023.
published on: 23 June 2023
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Why essential medicines have limited availability in East Africa
The lack of registration of medicines in Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda is limiting access to safe, effective, and affordable essential medicines.
published on: 22 June 2023
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Researchers aim to help improve women’s wellbeing after breast cancer
Experts at Newcastle University are developing a better way to help women make healthy lifestyle choices after breast cancer treatment.
published on: 21 June 2023
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Covid inquiry evidence from Newcastle University expert
A world-leading expert on health inequalities has presented a report and evidence to the independent public inquiry into the Covid pandemic.
published on: 20 June 2023
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Refugee Week 2023
Newcastle University marks Refugee Week 2023 with a series of events celebrating the talent and contribution of refugees and asylum seekers.
published on: 19 June 2023
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Gravity foundations: A marine-friendly future for wind turbines
Concrete-based structures may offer a porpoise and dolphin-friendly construction alternative to traditional pile-driven wind turbine foundations, new research suggests.
published on: 19 June 2023
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Excavations at Birdoswald Roman fort set to unearth new insights
Newcastle University and Historic England have started work on the penultimate season of a five-year programme at the Roman fort of Birdoswald, on Hadrian’s Wall.
published on: 16 June 2023
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Gordon Burn Prize 2023-24 opens for entry as judges announced
Three leading writers and journalists will join chair Terri White to judge the Gordon Burn Prize 2023-24.
published on: 16 June 2023
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Covid inquiry evidence by Newcastle University academic
A world-leading expert on health inequalities will be presenting a report and evidence to the independent public inquiry into the Covid pandemic today.
published on: 16 June 2023
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First excavated evidence of Roman metal mining in Cornwall found
The new series of the Great British Dig has unearthed the first excavated evidence that the Roman army were mining metals in Cornwall within just a few years of invading Britain.
published on: 14 June 2023
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Tracking sleep with an innovative sensor may help diagnose dementia
A new research project has been launched to develop a technology that could help identify people at risk of dementia by analysing their sleep patterns.
published on: 14 June 2023
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Architecture Degree Show 2023
The annual celebration of work by students at School of Architecture, Planning and Landscape goes on show Friday 16 June.
published on: 13 June 2023
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Adhering to global health recommendations reduces cancer risk
People who adhere to global Cancer Prevention Recommendations are putting themselves at lower risk of developing the disease, new research confirms.
published on: 13 June 2023
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University duo win prestigious Royal Society of Chemistry Prizes
Professor Akane Kawamura has been named winner of the Royal Society of Chemistry’s Jeremy Knowles Award, while Dr James Dawson has been recognised with the Harrison-Meldola Memorial Prize.
published on: 13 June 2023
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New exhibition charts rise and decline of Newcastle’s public toilets
A new exhibition explores the hidden history of Newcastle’s public toilets, and how the city went from boasting over 80 public toilets a century ago to zero today.
published on: 12 June 2023
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Funding announced for NortHFutures Digital Health Hub
Newcastle University is leading a groundbreaking £4.17m Digital Health Hub for the North East and North Cumbria (NENC).
published on: 9 June 2023
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New inquiry launched at House of Commons on vital role of nutrition
A new All Party Parliamentary Group “Nutrition: Science and Health” has been launched in the House of Commons to examine the evidence for the vital role of nutrition in tackling major health problems.
published on: 6 June 2023
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Global initiative to promote healthy ageing and longevity in cities
The UK National Innovation Centre for Ageing (NICA) has launched a new global initiative to promote healthy ageing and longevity in the urban environment.
published on: 6 June 2023
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Testing for ‘zombie cells’ could boost number of hearts for transplant
Testing older potential organ donors for dangerous ‘zombie’ cells could help to increase the number of hearts available for transplant, new research has revealed.
published on: 5 June 2023
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Everyone Sang
A concert celebrating Newcastle University’s Choral Excellence project, led by King’s Singer Chris Bruerton
published on: 2 June 2023
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Research sheds light on new model of cosmological Dark Matter
Scientists have made advances into our understanding of a new model of dark matter, called fuzzy dark matter.
published on: 1 June 2023
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Ranked top 25 in the world for sustainable development
Newcastle University continues to be ranked among the world's best for sustainable development in the Times Higher Education Impact Rankings.
published on: 1 June 2023
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How committing to the UNSDGs is energising our University
Professor Chris Day, Vice-Chancellor and President explains how aligning our work with the UNSDGs is driving education, research and innovation across the University.
published on: 1 June 2023