Research News

NHS trials AI phone assistant for patients with long-term illness

An AI assistant that conducts telephone consultations with patients is being trialled in the NHS to help clinicians monitor people with long-term illness.

Breakthrough in non-invasive liver testing

Two international studies show non-invasive tests can accurately diagnose and measure liver disease severity, reducing the need for biopsy.

Newcastle archaeologist receives prestigious award for research

Professor Chris Fowler has been awarded the 2026 Rivers Memorial Medal in recognition of his internationally significant research on kinship in Neolithic Britain.