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Distractions significantly delay remote drivers’ reaction time
Distractions slow the reaction time of automated vehicle remote drivers by over five seconds, new research has shown.
Major boost for North East space sector following £2.5M investment
The North East’s reputation for world-class space research and innovation has been recognised with the announcement of £2.5 million from the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC).
New funding announced for land use and net zero research
Newcastle University experts will help deliver a new project to support agricultural practices, land use change and soil health.
Funding boost for thousands of doctoral students
Major funding to support the next generation of researchers has been announced.
Newcastle climate expert appointed to the Adaptation Committee
Defra and the Devolved Governments have appointed Professor Hayley Fowler, Professor Chris Evans and Dr Marina Romanello to the Adaptation Committee of the Climate Change Committee.
Newcastle University announces Global Scholarships launch for 2025
Over 700 Scholarships Available for International and EU Students.
University joins £8m project to expand power network capacity
Newcastle University experts will help deliver a new project aimed at increasing network capacity in electrical power distribution networks.
Biggest ever Faraday Conference held at Newcastle University
Newcastle University hosted the Faraday Institution’s biggest science dissemination conference to date.
New model to enhance extreme rainfall prediction
Scientists have developed new guidance and tools that could significantly improve the prediction of life-threatening flash flooding.
State of the Climate Report confirms record-high global temperatures
Greenhouse gas concentrations, the global temperature across land and oceans, global sea level, and ocean heat content all reached record highs in 2023.
Outreach event ahead of national energy research institute conference
Young people in Newcastle are set to explore green energy solutions ahead of 500-person academic conference on battery energy storage in the city.
Comment: Climate change and extreme weather
Writing for The Conversation, Professor Hayley Fowler, Paul Davies and Dr Simon Lee discuss how the rapidly warming climate is impacting the range of possible weather conditions, including extremes.
Restoring eroded peatlands reduces downstream flood risk
Scientists have found that the restoration of upland peatlands is a highly effective strategy for reducing downstream flooding.
New 'landmark’ investment in manufacturing skills facility
The North East Mayor is set to approve ‘landmark’ investment in manufacturing skills facility.
New humidity-driven membrane to remove carbon dioxide from the air
A new ambient-energy-driven membrane that pumps carbon dioxide out of the air has been developed by Newcastle University researchers.