The scope of the Citizens’ Assembly of Scotland’s remit should be tighter so it can have more impact on policy, say Newcastle and Edinburgh experts.

published on: 25 January 2022

In a world-first, researchers at Newcastle University have identified dementia protein changes in a terminal childhood disease.

published on: 14 January 2022

A pioneering test which reliably predicts the spread or return of the most deadly form of skin cancer has been developed by a team of Newcastle scientists and clinicians.

published on: 14 January 2022

University colleagues have been recognised in the Queen's New Year's Honours.

published on: 31 December 2021

Analysis of ancient DNA from one of the best-preserved Neolithic tombs in Britain has revealed that most of the people buried there were from five continuous generations of a single extended family.

published on: 22 December 2021

This festive season you can get into the Christmas spirt – and improve your language skills.

published on: 20 December 2021

Three Newcastle University academics are delving into the archives of BALTIC Centre for Contemporary Art as part of a new six month residency.

published on: 20 December 2021

Collaboration combines strengths of anchor institutions in the North East and the West Midlands to prepare the workforce for the electrification revolution.

published on: 14 December 2021

A geographer at Newcastle University has been recognised with an award from the prestigious Royal Geographical Society (RGS-IBG) for the quality of her research.

published on: 8 December 2021

A new project that allows blind and partially sighted children and adults to ‘hear’ the Universe has been launched.

published on: 7 December 2021

A major new report paints a stark picture of widening inequalities for children in the North of England which cost billions, increases poverty and costs children’s lives.

published on: 7 December 2021

Newcastle University experts have co-authored a new report exploring energy transitions across the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN).

published on: 2 December 2021

New research has commenced sequencing historic and current samples across Latin America to determine the SARS-CoV-2 variants circulating in the area.

published on: 1 December 2021

A Newcastle University academic has contributed to a new report which says animal welfare must be at the heart of plans to approve new breeding technologies in farming and food production.

published on: 1 December 2021

Whilst car journeys in the UK have returned to pre-pandemic levels, the number of passengers taking the bus or train journeys remains lower than before the first lockdown was brought in.

published on: 30 November 2021

The University has won Outstanding Estates Team and Outstanding Technician of the Year at Times Higher Education Awards 2021.

published on: 26 November 2021

The first lockdown to curb the spread of Covid-19 had a significant detrimental impact on refugees and asylum seekers, researchers at Newcastle University say

published on: 18 November 2021

Newcastle University will collaborate with the RAF to establish a ViTAL Living Lab at the RAF Leeming base, to support its drive to Net Zero 2040.

published on: 18 November 2021

Technology using a new generation of hybrid solar cells is one step closer to mass-production, thanks to Newcastle University-led research.

published on: 16 November 2021

Paying attention to small details of everyday life in familiar places can help us understand how people feel about where they live, a Newcastle University researcher has found.

published on: 12 November 2021

Kaycee Hill, Marjorie Lotfi and Yvette Siegert named winners of the James Berry Poetry Prize.

published on: 29 October 2021

Seven Roman altars at Newcastle University’s Great North Museum: Hancock have been transformed in vivid hues thanks to an innovative creative project called Roman Britain in Colour.

published on: 27 October 2021

Voluntary carbon markets that allow investors, governments and businesses to buy carbon credits could lower greenhouse gas emissions, a new report has concluded.

published on: 22 October 2021

Hybrid event to highlight Black Britons’ rich legacy and progressive contributions to self and society

published on: 21 October 2021

New PCR assays developed by Newcastle University scientists offer hope in the fight against the environmental spread of antimicrobial resistance.

published on: 21 October 2021