News in March 2012
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Experts discover depth of crime against historic buildings
The first comprehensive survey looking at the scale and effect of crime on England’s historic buildings has been carried out.
published on: 30 March 2012
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Why do some heavy drinkers get liver cirrhosis and some don’t?
Newcastle University researchers are to determine the role of genetics in alcoholic liver disease which should lead to better diagnosis and treatment of the condition.
published on: 29 March 2012
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Corals cope with hot water
Some corals may be able to adapt to changes in sea temperature, making them more resilient to climate change than previously thought.
published on: 29 March 2012
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New invention could ease winter blues
A device invented by two Newcastle University graduates could help keep people warm next winter and save on their fuel bills at the same time.
published on: 27 March 2012
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10,000 computer simulations show Earth warming range of 1.4-3 degrees by 2050
A project running almost 10,000 climate simulations on volunteers’ home computers has found that a global warming of three degrees Celsius by 2050 is ‘equally plausible’ as a rise of 1.4 degrees.
published on: 26 March 2012
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Cleaning up the sea air
It’s an age-old remedy that has been passed down generations and was a particular favourite of the Victorians.
published on: 24 March 2012
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Newcastle University wins recycling award
Newcastle University has been recognised for its commitment to sustainability with a national award.
published on: 21 March 2012
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Hazy shades of life on early Earth
A ‘see-sawing’ atmosphere over 2.5 billion years ago preceded the oxygenation of our planet and the development of complex life on Earth, a new study has shown.
published on: 19 March 2012