September
News in September 2023
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Cardiac and exercise physiologist honoured with commemorative plaque
The Physiological Society has dedicated a commemorative blue plaque in honour of the outstanding cardiac and exercise physiologist, Francis Arthur Bainbridge.
published on: 29 September 2023
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New season of INSIGHTS public lectures unveiled
Newcastle University’s popular public lecture series INSIGHTS will begin its new programme with a talk looking at the past and the future of the NHS.
published on: 29 September 2023
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Revolutionising electric drives for a Net Zero Future
A new joint project has been funded to help replace magnet-powered electric drives with more sustainable zero-magnet drives for electric vehicles (EVs).
published on: 29 September 2023
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Newcastle University UNESCO Chair holder receives major award
Professor Peter Stone has been awarded the prestigious Cultural Protection Ambassador Award by the International Arts & Antiquities Security Forum (IAASF).
published on: 28 September 2023
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New report on state of conservation at World Heritage Site in India
Conservation experts have provided vital recommendations to help protect a globally significant UNESCO World Heritage Site in India.
published on: 28 September 2023
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Comment: How TV and film crew are vulnerable to workplace exploitation
Writing for The Conversation, Ewan Mackenzie and Alan Mckinlay discuss how the dreams and desires of a career in the creative industries leave many at risk of exploitation.
published on: 26 September 2023
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Chinese Independent Film Archive launched at Newcastle University
A showcase of works by a group of prominent filmmakers will mark the launch of Newcastle University’s Chinese Independent Film Archive (CIFA).
published on: 25 September 2023
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Radio signals reveal secrets of hidden supermassive black holes
Astronomers have found a striking link between the amount of dust surrounding a supermassive black hole and the strength of the radio emission produced in extremely bright galaxies.
published on: 25 September 2023
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Comment: why post-war school building isn't to blame for Raac
Writing for The Conversation,Dr Pamela Woolner explains why neglect and ineffective policy have led to the concrete crisis in schools.
published on: 25 September 2023
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QS World University Rankings: Europe 2024
Newcastle University ranks 34 in the inaugural QS European rankings
published on: 20 September 2023
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New Vice Provost of Newcastle University in Singapore announced
Professor Jonathan Galloway will become the new Vice Provost and CEO of Newcastle University in Singapore, as it continues to expand its profile across Asia.
published on: 20 September 2023
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Professor Dawson elected as Fellow of the Royal Academy of Engineering
Professor Richard Dawson has been recognised for his significant contribution to quantifying and managing climate change risks.
published on: 20 September 2023
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Over 50% with severe mental illness in the North have food insecurity
More than 50% of people with Severe Mental Illness (SMI) in the North of England live with food insecurity, new research has found.
published on: 19 September 2023
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Comment: Shops and restaurants can blur class lines
Writing for The Conversation, Niall Cunningham discusses how shops and restaurants can blur class lines but not enough to boost social mobility.
published on: 18 September 2023
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New £14.1m global initiative to transform Net Zero hydrogen production
Newcastle University is part of the UK’s collaboration on an international partnership to make low-cost, large-scale, Net Zero hydrogen production a reality.
published on: 18 September 2023
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New partnership to help decarbonise the UK maritime sector
Newcastle University will be part of a new £21.3m flagship UK national clean maritime research hub to decarbonise the UK maritime sector.
published on: 15 September 2023
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Schools funding imbalance risks widening regional inequalities
Experts call for urgent action to prioritise children’s health and education as new analysis finds schools funding imbalance risks widening regional childhood inequalities.
published on: 15 September 2023
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Newcastle academic shares inspiration behind historic house and garden
A Newcastle University academic has advised on the inspiration behind one of England’s earliest Greek Revival houses, Belsay Hall, as part of a multimillion pound conservation project.
published on: 13 September 2023
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Fewer but severe tropical storms predicted over the Ganges and Mekong
Climate experts project a decline in the frequency of future tropical storms but an increase in their strength across the Ganges and Mekong basins, allowing for better future planning.
published on: 12 September 2023
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Local councils struggling to manage finances following cuts
Local councils across England are struggling to manage the greater risks they have been forced to take to balance their budgets following national government funding cuts.
published on: 12 September 2023
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Prof Jenny Read appointed as ARIA director
Professor of Vision Science, Jenny Read, has been announced as one of the founding Programme Directors of the Advanced Research and Invention Agency, ARIA.
published on: 12 September 2023
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‘Shaking Hands With The Devil’
An independent film shares first-hand experience of the stigmatisation and persecution of people with Parkinson’s in Kenya and the brutal consequences of having the disease.
published on: 8 September 2023
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Research supporting resilient beekeeping set to commence
Supporting bee health in the face of climate change is the focus of an international project involving Newcastle University experts.
published on: 8 September 2023
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UK launches research hub to decarbonise transport networks
The new national hub will provide expertise, innovative modelling and engagement to support net zero transport networks.
published on: 8 September 2023
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Newcastle University academic shortlisted for top history prize
Dr Oskar Jensen is one of six authors in the running for the £50,000 Wolfson History Prize.
published on: 5 September 2023
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White paper on referral pathways for gene therapy
As gene therapy to treat Duchenne muscular dystrophy is approved in America, a report highlights how NHS referral for gene therapy trials, and approved treatment, need to be agreed.
published on: 4 September 2023
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Professor Chris Day appointed as Russell Group Chair
Newcastle University Vice-Chancellor Professor Chris Day has today taken up his post as the new Chair of the Russell Group.
published on: 1 September 2023