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New £50m centre to develop brain stimulation device-based therapies

A new research centre involving Newcastle University experts aims to develop brain stimulation devices to treat conditions such as Parkinson’s disease, dementia, stroke and childhood epilepsy.

Team Newcastle take on Great North Run in aid of our students

This year, over 35 colleagues, graduates and supporters are joining #TeamNewcastle in the world’s biggest and best half-marathon to raise vital funds for our 29,000-strong student community.

University announces new PVC for Faculty of Medical Sciences

Newcastle University has announced the appointment of a new Pro Vice-Chancellor of the Faculty of Medical Sciences (FMS), Professor Quentin Anstee.

Medical breakthrough unlocks rare disease discovery

A landmark study has found 69 previously unidentified genetic determinants of rare disease, including uncommon forms of epilepsy and schizophrenia.