Join us for Discover Festival
You are invited to our festival of interactive family-fun on our city-centre campus on Sat 13 June. Immerse yourself in a world of wonder and exploration, with activities and events to inspire all ages.
Busy bees: New study shows males are more active and adaptable
Male bumblebees are more active and flexible in behaviour than female bees, new research has found after creating tasks to analyse how the insects explore, recognise colours and learn to earn rewards.
Newcastle University academic’s Venice Biennale exhibition to open
Fine Art lecturer Angel Cohn Castle is presenting Shame Parade at the 61st International Art exhibtion with her artistic partner Davide Bugarin.
Discover Festival 2026: Celebrating pioneering research and creativity
Newcastle University’s city-centre campus will be transformed into a hub of exploration and fun for everyone on Saturday, 13 June 2026, as the annual Discover Festival takes place.