Research News

Newcastle to have key research role for UN academic impact initiative

Newcastle University has been announced as the new Vice-Chair for Research for one of the 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals Hubs by the United Nations Academic Impact (UNAI) initiative.

Sand mining reducing the flow of Southeast Asia’s largest lake

A new study co-led by Newcastle University highlights how sand mining is endangering the normal functioning of the largest freshwater lake in Southeast Asia.

Newcastle scientists contribute to UNESCO glacier loss report

Scientists from Newcastle University have contributed to a major new international report highlighting accelerating decline of glaciers and ice sheets and the consequences for people and the planet.