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National recognition for commitment to wellbeing

Newcastle University has been recognised for its commitment to mental health and wellbeing, reflecting strong practice and continued efforts to enhance support for students and colleagues.

Student Minds Mental Health Charter Visits

Lucy Backhurst, Academic Registrar and Director of Student Services and chair of the Mental Health Steering Group, discusses the upcoming Student Minds Mental Health Charter Visits, taking place 18 and 19 March 2026.

Student Minds Mental Health Charter: Spotlight on the Work Workstream

Steph Alderslade, Colleague Health & Wellbeing Lead shares an update on the Work Workstream as part of the University’s commitment to the Student Minds Mental Health Charter

Wellbeing news from the Press Office

University partners with industry on biofilm innovation projects

Newcastle University has secured funding for two collaborative research projects through the National Biofilms Innovation Centre’s (NBIC) Industrial Challenge Response Fund (ICRF).

Dragonfly Advanced Materials secures £1m in funding

A Newcastle University spinout has secured £1m in funding to scale innovative aerogel technology.

Comment: What Andy Burnham means for the arts

Writing for The Conversation, Adam Behr discusses the impact Andy Burnham, as new Prime Minister, could have for the arts.