March
News in March 2023
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Newcastle researchers to deliver vital battery projects
Newcastle University will be involved in four Faraday Institution battery research projects aimed at delivering commercial impact.
published on: 30 March 2023
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Expert Q&A: why is there an oil field in Dorset anyway?
The Conversation asked oil industry expert Dr Mark Ireland to explain why there is an oil field in Dorset, what sort of oil it produces, and what happens next.
published on: 29 March 2023
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Newcastle University to host Summer School for Ukrainian researchers
Newcastle University will welcome 30 Ukrainian academics and PhD students to a Summer School.
published on: 29 March 2023
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Newcastle and Durham become partners to provide teacher training
Durham University and Newcastle University are entering into a new partnership to support the delivery of Initial Teacher Training (ITT) in North East England.
published on: 28 March 2023
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The People’s Plinth
Do you have an object that helps tell the story of Tyneside?
published on: 24 March 2023
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Newcastle University announced as new sponsor of the Gordon Burn Prize
The announcement heralds a three year partnership between Newcastle University and New Writing North.
published on: 23 March 2023
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Comment: Changing banks' CSR reporting could prevent future failings
Writing for The Conversation, Dr Erwei (David) Xiang discusses why strengthened corporate social reporting can help banks’ financial stability during the current crisis.
published on: 21 March 2023
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Comment: Why interest rates should increase (a bit)
Writing for The Conversation, Dr Nikolaos Papanikolaou discusses how the Federal Reserve and Bank of England might address inflation and the current banking turmoil.
published on: 20 March 2023
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Lab in a Suitcase supports vital water research training
Newcastle University’s ‘Suitcase Laboratory’ played a key role in a Pan-African workshop exploring advanced water testing methods.
published on: 20 March 2023
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Comment: Britain and the invasion of Ukraine one year on
One year on from the invasion of Ukraine, Dr Martin Farr analyses the role Britain has played in the response.
published on: 17 March 2023
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Comment: Four lessons from history for a 'government-in-waiting'
Writing for The Conversation, Dr Martin Farr outlines how Labour leader, Sir Keir Starmer, can learn from the experiences of previous opposition leaders.
published on: 15 March 2023
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Mediterranean diet associated with decreased risk of dementia
Eating a traditional Mediterranean-type diet – rich in foods such as seafood, fruit, and nuts – may help reduce the risk of dementia by almost a quarter, a new study has revealed.
published on: 14 March 2023
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UK Government failing rural people living in poverty, say experts
The needs of the poorest and most vulnerable people living in the countryside are ignored by the UK Government in a way that would not be acceptable in urban areas, say academics in a new book.
published on: 13 March 2023
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Major funding for Newcastle researchers to target cancer
Scientists have received nearly £6 million from Cancer Research UK to fund their fight against the disease in adults and children.
published on: 13 March 2023
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Comment: Rural poverty is getting worse – and welfare harder to access
Writing for The Conversation, Professor Mark Shucksmith discusses the issues facing people living in poverty in rural areas.
published on: 13 March 2023
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Promoting safer sleeping for babies in England– new report
Change is needed to the way safer sleep information is communicated, if risks to babies from unsafe sleeping practices are to be reduced, according to a new report.
published on: 13 March 2023
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New round of scholarships announced for women in STEM
For the third consecutive year, Newcastle University and the British Council are offering scholarships for women in STEM.
published on: 9 March 2023
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Informing policy for the creative industries
Newcastle University and the Royal Society of Arts have been named as new hosts of the Creative Industries Policy and Evidence Centre.
published on: 9 March 2023
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Revolutionary new bone cancer drug could save lives
Researchers have developed a new drug that works against all the main types of primary bone cancer.
published on: 8 March 2023
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Technical skills boosted for research excellence
Newcastle University is part of a £5.5 million national institute ensuring the UK has the technical capability and capacity across academia, research, education, and innovation to be a global leader.
published on: 8 March 2023
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Social sciences funding boost to change society
Newcastle University has been awarded £1.25m by the Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) to support social science impact activities.
published on: 7 March 2023
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Dentists on the frontline to check for heart condition
Dentists and students at Newcastle Dental Hospital will soon be monitoring their patients to see if they have an often-undiagnosed heart condition - as well as tending to their teeth.
published on: 6 March 2023
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Comment: Fears for democracy prompt mass demonstrations in Mexico
Writing for The Conversation, Dr Rosario Aguilar discusses why electoral reforms proposed by the Mexican government have sparked huge protests across the country.
published on: 6 March 2023
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Comment: Why Estonia is worried about the war in Ukraine
Writing for The Conversation, Dr Maarja Luhiste and Zachary Greene outline why the war in Ukraine has been a key issue in the Estonian elections.
published on: 6 March 2023
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Newcastle University and Coram announce research partnership
Newcastle University and Coram are coming together in a new partnership designed to generate collaborative research aiming at shaping a better future for children and young people.
published on: 3 March 2023
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Professor Chris Day named as new Chair of the Russell Group
Newcastle University Vice-Chancellor Professor Chris Day has been named as the new Chair of the Russell Group, taking over from current chair, Professor Dame Nancy Rothwell, later this year.
published on: 3 March 2023
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Newcastle University scientists take their research to Parliament
Three Newcastle University scientists are attending Parliament to present their biosciences research, as part of STEM for BRITAIN.
published on: 3 March 2023
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£5.5m project to see UK research vessel powered by hydrogen
A university research ship is set to reduce its emissions by up to 60%, thanks to a new project involving Newcastle University experts.
published on: 2 March 2023
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AI set to revolutionise organ transplants
A pioneering new method to assess the quality of organs for donation has the potential to revolutionise the transplant system, saving lives and tens of millions of pounds.
published on: 1 March 2023
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Entrepreneur Debra Leeves announced as new Goldman Professor
Serial entrepreneur, Debra Leeves, has been appointed as this year’s David Goldman Visiting Professor of Innovation and Enterprise at Newcastle University.
published on: 1 March 2023
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Prestigious Fellowship awarded to Newcastle academic
Professor Elaine Campbell has been awarded a Fellowship of the Academy of Social Sciences in recognition of excellence in her field and wider contributions to the social sciences.
published on: 1 March 2023