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Researchers at Newcastle University have received a £270,000 funding boost from a leading dementia research charity.

published on: 21 May 2019

How the UK’s largest urban experiment is starting to shed light on how our cities should be managed and developed in the future.

published on: 20 May 2019

Newcastle University today celebrates the individuals, communities, businesses and organisations that play a critical role in shaping our teaching and research and bringing real value to what we do.

published on: 17 May 2019

Writing for The Conversation, Smriti Sharma discusses why the number of women working in India has been falling.

published on: 16 May 2019

A leading academic from Newcastle University has today been recognised for her exceptional contribution to keeping the nation healthy.

published on: 16 May 2019

Three Newcastle students commended in the unique awards which bring poetry and medicine together.

published on: 9 May 2019

Students who designed and constructed a brand-new piece of public architecture in Northumberland have been joined by community representatives and partners at its unveiling.

published on: 8 May 2019

Professor Mary Herbert, Professor of Reproductive Biology at Newcastle University has been elected as a Fellow to the Academy of Medical Sciences.

published on: 8 May 2019

New research shows community forest management reduces both deforestation and poverty in Nepal.

published on: 7 May 2019

Blue supergiants are the rock-and-roll stars of the universe. They are massive stars that live fast and die young which makes them rare and difficult to study, even with modern telescopes.

published on: 6 May 2019

Poets have been heading into the classroom ahead of the first Young People’s Poetry Prize at the Newcastle Poetry Festival

published on: 2 May 2019

Leading climate experts at Newcastle University respond to today's report calling on the UK to end its contribution to global warming within 30 years.

published on: 2 May 2019

The role and treatment of whistleblowers and journalists who uncover human rights abuses will be in the spotlight at a special event in Newcastle.

published on: 1 May 2019

Newcastle University has been ranked in the UK’s Top 10 for graduate prospects by a leading Higher Education guide.

published on: 1 May 2019

Experts at Newcastle University have welcomed calls for the Government to develop a Rural Strategy to address rural challenges and realise the potential of rural economies.

published on: 30 April 2019

Genetic specialists are spearheading a multi-national study which aims to develop a new treatment for rare bone disease.

published on: 30 April 2019

Efforts to tackle child poverty in the region will get a renewed boost after it was announced that Newcastle University is to host the North East Child Poverty Commission (NECPC).

published on: 30 April 2019

Low-cost acoustic tags attached to fishing nets are being trialled as part of a major new project to reduce marine litter and ‘ghost fishing’.

published on: 30 April 2019

Newcastle University Business School is offering an exceptional candidate from Europe a full fee MBA scholarship opportunity for study from September 2019.

published on: 29 April 2019

Writing for The Conversation, Ole Pederson discusses why harsher penalties are needed for polluters.

published on: 25 April 2019

Muscle strengthening exercises are important for building bone strength and preventing osteoporosis, but new research shows that even just 10,000 steps a day can help to keep bones strong.

published on: 25 April 2019

Newcastle University has signalled its commitment to climate change action by joining a number of organisations in the UK and all over the world to declare a climate emergency.

published on: 18 April 2019

Two world-leading academics at Newcastle University have been given a prestigious honour for their outstanding work in health research and evolutionary biology.

published on: 17 April 2019

Writing for The Conversation, Joshua Jowitt comments on the issue of robot rights.

published on: 17 April 2019

Newcastle University scientist plunges 7,180 metres into the depths of the Java Trench to become the deepest diving Brit in history.

published on: 17 April 2019

Researchers at Newcastle University have won a share of a major funding programme to explore the social, cultural, and political challenges facing the UK, Europe and the world.

published on: 16 April 2019

Writing for The Conversation, Willow Berridge discusses how Sudan can avoid past mistakes by drawing lessons from earlier civilian uprisings.

published on: 15 April 2019

Dr Emma Whipday is the first British writer to win the US competition which is creating a modern canon of companion pieces to the bard’s 38 plays.

published on: 15 April 2019

Total number of sharks and rays caught annually by small-scale fisheries in the South West Indian Ocean is estimated to be 2.5 million individuals – 73% more than officially reported.

published on: 15 April 2019

A new study by Newcastle University academics concludes music tourism should become a key part of Scotland’s national strategy to attract visitors.

published on: 14 April 2019

Speaking to The Conversation, Willow Berridge explains how Sudanese academics are taking a leading role in protests against President Omar al-Bashir.

published on: 11 April 2019

Writing for The Conversation, Ian O'Flynn discusses the differing versions of democracy on both sides of the Brexit debate.

published on: 11 April 2019

Writing for The Conversation, Derek Whayman discusses how a new law giving tenants the right to demand a basic standard of accommodation remains unclear for property guardians.

published on: 10 April 2019

A Newcastle University manager’s house has the starring role in the new BBC Two series, A House Through Time.

published on: 8 April 2019

Terrance Hayes, Mary Ruefle, Adelaide Ivánova and Ishion Hutchinson, are among those taking part in the annual event which runs from 1 to 4 May.

published on: 5 April 2019

Writing for The Conversation, Dr Volodymyr Bilotkach discusses how much the grounded fleet could cost Boeing following the crash of Ethiopians Airlines Flight 302.

published on: 4 April 2019

A new World Ranking has ranked Newcastle University 23rd in the world for its commitment to sustainable development.

published on: 3 April 2019

New research reveals a potential revolutionary way to treat eye injuries and prevent blindness – by softening the tissue hosting the stem cells which then helps repair wounds, inside the body.

published on: 3 April 2019

Newcastle University academic reveals Redoshi – known as Sally Smith - was the last surviving African-born slave in the Americas.

published on: 2 April 2019

Routine scaling and polishing of teeth should be stopped as the NHS dental budget would be better spent elsewhere, experts warn.

published on: 2 April 2019

Newcastle University has announced the sale of part of its holdings in an ovarian cancer drug which came out of research initiated and developed at the University.

published on: 1 April 2019

World-leading ageing expert, Professor Louise Robinson, has received her damehood from Prince William.

published on: 29 March 2019

Newcastle University Business School has again been given the stamp of approval by the European Quality Improvement System (EQUIS), the highest standard of achievement in business education.

published on: 29 March 2019

A new immunotherapy drug that can reduce the risk of death in some lung cancer patients by a third is now available on the NHS in England.

published on: 28 March 2019

An international, interdisciplinary team led by Newcastle University's Professor Ian Haynes aims to revolutionise understanding of Rome and its place in the transformation of the Mediterranean World.

published on: 28 March 2019

Cities to swelter as planners face unenviable trade-off between tackling climate change and quality of life, new research has shown.

published on: 28 March 2019

Newcastle becomes the first university in England to provide free sanitary care for students.

published on: 27 March 2019

Data from a landmark study of the world’s longest migrating seabird reveals how overland migration is an integral part of their amazing journey.

published on: 25 March 2019

Moving poetry has hit the road as part of a creative project to promote inclusivity amongst city residents.

published on: 22 March 2019

The North East Cluster for Healthy Ageing and Independent Living (NE-CHAIN) has won early-stage funding from UK Research and Innovation to cultivate the ageing market in Newcastle and the North East.

published on: 21 March 2019

This year’s Newcastle Poetry Festival programme will be launched this Thursday with performances by two of 2019’s most dynamic new poets.

published on: 20 March 2019

The gap in infant mortality rates between English local authorities narrowed between 1999-2010, but that trend has been reversed since 2011 – perhaps as a result of austerity.

published on: 19 March 2019

Young people in precarious or unsecure work, including temporary or zero-hour contracts, value ‘extrinsic’ work values such as pay and security less than those who have a permanent job.

published on: 19 March 2019

Professor Richard Clay looks at the world of internet memes in new documentary.

published on: 15 March 2019

Household of six scoops the Best Neighbour On Campus Award for their exemplary behaviour.

published on: 12 March 2019

A leading student survey reveals that nine out of 10 international students are satisfied with Newcastle University.

published on: 11 March 2019

Payday loan companies design their websites and apps specifically to stop users dropping out of the application process, research led by Newcastle University experts has revealed.

published on: 7 March 2019

More than a third of people with Type 2 diabetes who took part in a weight management programme delivered by the NHS through GP surgeries remain free of diabetes two years later.

published on: 6 March 2019

New research has revealed that insulin-producing beta cells begin working again in people who are in remission of Type 2 diabetes.

published on: 6 March 2019

Research by an expert at Newcastle University has been used as the basis of a new app that helps managers develop and refine their leadership style.

published on: 6 March 2019

A Newcastle University academic has contributed to a free piece of theatre that audiences can experience whenever and wherever they like.

published on: 5 March 2019

Scientists have revealed for the first time the natural weapon used by marigolds to protect tomato plants against destructive whiteflies.

published on: 1 March 2019

Gemma Burditt will work with Newcastle University’s Centre for Rural Economy (CRE) to look at how leaving the EU will affect Northumberland.

published on: 28 February 2019

The theme for this year's event is emotion.

published on: 28 February 2019

Scientists say it is likely no marine ecosystems are left that are not affected by pollution.

published on: 27 February 2019

Graffiti left by the Roman army while quarrying stone to repair Hadrian’s Wall is to be recorded by archaeologists from Newcastle University before it is lost to the elements forever.

published on: 27 February 2019

Digital media entrepreneur Herb Kim has been appointed as this year’s David Goldman Visiting Professor of Innovation and Entrepreneurship at Newcastle University Business School.

published on: 26 February 2019

Writing for The Conversation, Colin Murray says controversy surrounding the UK-EU Withdrawal Agreement shouldn’t distract from progress being made regarding travel between the UK and Ireland.

published on: 26 February 2019

Newcastle and Northumbria Universities are asking residents to nominate students who go the extra mile for their community.

published on: 25 February 2019

Newcastle experts are helping to increase the survival rates of children with blood cancer in Africa by speeding up their diagnosis.

published on: 22 February 2019

It was a monumental undertaking and a unique experience for three students from Newcastle as they set out to preserve the last big project of German artist Kurt Schwitters – the Merz Barn Wall.

published on: 20 February 2019

Writing for The Conversation, Sara Nabil discusses her work on ‘interioraction’ - blending interior design with interaction design.

published on: 18 February 2019

One of the most popular and intriguing forms of fiction comes under suspicion at Newcastle University.

published on: 18 February 2019

A unique partnership bringing together the North East’s five universities has supported hundreds of small businesses, helping to boost innovation, create jobs and attract additional funding.

published on: 15 February 2019

Newcastle University academic and artist join forces to create an installation for a new exhibition.

published on: 15 February 2019

Immersive virtual reality has been shown to help children with autism with nearly 45% remaining free from their fears and phobias six months after treatment.

published on: 15 February 2019

New position will help Newcastle University create stronger local partnerships and build on the social and economic contribution it makes locally and internationally.

published on: 14 February 2019

£28M Hub launched to increase electrification in UK manufacturing.

published on: 14 February 2019

Writing for The Conversation, Dr Niki Rust discusses how climate change is making human-wildlife conflicts worse.

published on: 14 February 2019

Writing for The Conversation, Martina Miotto discusses the study her team conducted to find a way to make gel containing live corneal cells self-assemble into the correct pattern.

published on: 13 February 2019

Newcastle University has given its backing and investment to support a popular European student exchange programme in the event of a no deal Brexit.

published on: 12 February 2019

An ambitious vision to re-develop the former General Hospital site in the West End of Newcastle is being proposed by Newcastle University.

published on: 12 February 2019

Newcastle among 30 universities to sign new Civic University Agreement

published on: 12 February 2019

Scientists at Newcastle University believe it may be possible to reverse the damage in the heart caused by ageing.

published on: 8 February 2019

Anti-Muslim sentiment is affecting young Muslims in contradictory ways, with some being motivated to become more politically active while others feel pushed away from participating in public life.

published on: 7 February 2019

A smaller portion of fish and chips has been embraced by takeaway owners and customers, research has found and may well be healthier for us.

published on: 7 February 2019

Writing for The Conversation, Colin Murray discusses David Trimble's threat of a legal challenge against the proposed Irish 'backstop and the context of the Good Friday agreement.

published on: 6 February 2019

Writing for The Conversation, Dr Ole Pederson comments on how the government's draft environment bill is a laudable but disappointing attempt to rewrite the law after Brexit

published on: 6 February 2019

Newcastle University graduates are sinking their teeth into the restaurant and catering business with the launch of an Indonesian food start-up company.

published on: 4 February 2019

Richard Dawson, Professor of Earth Systems Engineering at Newcastle University, has been appointed to the Committee on Climate Change Adaptation Committee.

published on: 4 February 2019

A new season of free Insights public lectures gets underway this month at Newcastle University, starting with a focus on equality and social justice.

published on: 4 February 2019

Newcastle University to lead three new Centres for Doctoral Training to develop the researchers and leaders of the future and drive innovation and investment across the UK.

published on: 4 February 2019

Artists exhibit at BALTIC and are shortlisted for Gillian Dickinson North East Young Sculptor (GDNEYS) award.

published on: 1 February 2019

Research has shown a direct relationship between mutations in introns and variability in human populations.

published on: 1 February 2019

Children whose vocabulary skills develop slowly are more likely to experience emotional and behavioural issues in adolescence, according to new research published in the journal Child Development.

published on: 31 January 2019

A transatlantic exchange is building on the North East’s expertise in ageing, nutrition, digital science and tech.

published on: 31 January 2019

Writing for The Conversation, Professor David Graham discusses the rapid spread of antibiotic resistance and the threat it poses.

published on: 29 January 2019

Writing for The Conversation, Dr Colin Tosh calls for a re-think of the way we manage our public spaces.

published on: 29 January 2019

Advanced modelling techniques could vastly improve how cities deal with floods.

published on: 28 January 2019

Antibiotic-Resistant Genes (ARGs) that were first detected in urban India have been found 8,000 miles away in one of the last ‘pristine’ places on earth, a new study has shown.

published on: 28 January 2019

The U.S. Senate is to hear from a Newcastle University academic on emerging issues around data protection

published on: 24 January 2019

Writing for The Conversation, Dr Martin Farr looks back to the last time MPs used an indicative vote to break a deadlock in Parliament.

published on: 23 January 2019

Newcastle University to lead two Global Research Hubs set up to tackle world's toughest challenges.

published on: 22 January 2019

A new research project is looking at the long-term implications of Brexit on the unique constitutional arrangements in Northern Ireland.

published on: 21 January 2019

Night-time pollinators benefit from street lights being switched off in the middle of the night.

published on: 21 January 2019

One of the country’s most famous attractions will stomp into Newcastle University’s Great North Museum: Hancock later this year as part of a popular UK tour.

published on: 17 January 2019

Scientists have developed a biological system which lets cells form a desired shape by moulding their surrounding material - initially creating the world's first self-curving cornea.

published on: 17 January 2019

Hope has emerged for infertile men as scientists at Newcastle University have understood the importance of a gene in regulating the production of fully-functioning sperm.

published on: 17 January 2019

Writing for The Conversation, Dr David Milledge and Josh Bunce discuss sewage pollution in the Ganges catchment.

published on: 16 January 2019

Small businesses are being invited to take part in an innovative scheme that aims to develop and grow their business by pairing them with mentor managers from larger companies.

published on: 16 January 2019

There is little benefit for those over 70 taking higher dose vitamin D supplements to improve their bone strength and reduce the risk of falls, new research has revealed.

published on: 14 January 2019

Research by Newcastle University spells out how the musical heritage of the area – which has unique piping, fiddling and arts practices - could be used to create sustained economic growth.

published on: 10 January 2019

Civil rights leader Martin Luther King and famed diplomat and archaeologist Gertrude Bell are featured in a new BBC series where members of the public vote for the 20th century’s greatest icon.

published on: 9 January 2019

Parents and carers who regularly read with small children are giving them a language advantage of eight months, a study shows.

published on: 9 January 2019

Researchers at Newcastle University are asking the public for help in producing the UK’s first ever database of animal memorials.

published on: 9 January 2019

Research led by Newcastle University has allowed scientists to gain a greater understanding into an aggressive form of childhood brain cancer.

published on: 8 January 2019

Writing for The Conversation, Dr Nick Megoran discusses the lessons that can be learned from Uzbekistan and Ethiopia when it comes to border politics.

published on: 7 January 2019

The Greenland Ice Sheet emits tons of methane according to a new study, showing that subglacial biological activity impacts the atmosphere far more than previously thought.

published on: 2 January 2019

Replica allows real-time testing of city’s infrastructure in the face of emergencies – and in future could be used in cities worldwide.

published on: 2 January 2019

Newcastle University experts in the field of ageing and cancer have been recognised in the Queen's New Year Honours.

published on: 28 December 2018

A £35m Newcastle University building has been named after world-renowned activist-author Frederick Douglass.

published on: 20 December 2018

Robins drop the low notes in the presence of wind turbines

published on: 20 December 2018

Writing for The Conversation, Dr Niki Rust argues that the call for banning trophy hunting imports into the UK is misguided.

published on: 19 December 2018

New models which can predict the critical point at which plant pests and diseases shift from being a localised problem to a major outbreak could help us in our fight to save the world’s woodlands.

published on: 18 December 2018

Legendary North East folk rock band Lindisfarne are using their traditional Christmas Shows to raise vital funds and awareness for paediatric oncology research at Newcastle University.

published on: 18 December 2018

Missing ocean monitoring instrument found after five years at sea.

published on: 18 December 2018

Hope has emerged for patients with a serious type of bone marrow cancer as new research into a therapeutic drug has revealed improved outcomes and survival rates.

published on: 14 December 2018

New guidance on when people living with dementia should stop driving has been published to support doctors and other health care professionals.

published on: 13 December 2018

Writing for The Conversation, Dr Emma Cunliffe and Professor Luigi Curini discuss the reaction on Twitter to Islamic State's destruction of the ruins at Palmyra.

published on: 12 December 2018

It is a small hole in the East End of Glasgow, but it has the potential to make the area the world centre for research into geothermal energy.

published on: 11 December 2018

Disabled people in Northumberland could benefit from a new guide that aims to encourage organisations to make their toilets more accessible and available for people to use.

published on: 11 December 2018

Newcastle University’s newest and largest accommodation site has welcomed its first student residents.

published on: 10 December 2018

Hundreds of thousands of people will receive NHS help to battle obesity and Type 2 diabetes under radical action set out by Simon Stevens, Chief Executive of NHS England.

published on: 7 December 2018

The University and its Students' Union have been recognised with a Community Impact Award for their work in improving student-resident relationships in the city.

published on: 6 December 2018

Older workers, particularly women, are living increasingly precarious lives because they are being forced to remain working in physically demanding and sometimes insecure jobs.

published on: 6 December 2018

A campaign celebrating universities achievements of some of the world’s most important discoveries launches today with work at Newcastle University in the UK’s Best Breakthroughs List.

published on: 6 December 2018

A new accelerator programme aimed at businesses with the potential to develop solutions to the challenges faced by an ageing population has been launched.

published on: 5 December 2018

Academics who have warned about the dangers of energy drinks are urging the Government to press ahead with proposals to restrict the sale of them to children, following the publication of an inquiry.

published on: 5 December 2018

A team of North East-based subsea engineering experts are preparing to represent the UK in the final of the prestigious $7m Shell Ocean Discovery XPRIZE competition to map the sea floor.

published on: 5 December 2018

A US trade mission built around the North East’s expertise in ageing, nutrition, digital, science and tech heads to Boston to build strategic partnerships and show the region as a place to invest.

published on: 4 December 2018