May
News in May 2015
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Future doctors draw a lesson from art
Medical students at Newcastle University have turned to art to get a better understanding of how the human body is put together.
published on: 27 May 2015
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Study explores development of epilepsy after brain injury
Scientists at Newcastle University will carry out a pioneering study to look at the development of epilepsy following a serious brain injury.
published on: 27 May 2015
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The art of letters: Academics ask pen pals to re-imagine research through creative arts
Researchers at Newcastle University have enlisted the help of members of the public who would like to get involved with their research – by becoming their pen pal.
published on: 27 May 2015
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Newcastle University will deliver new course in Genomic Medicine
Leading academics have been chosen to deliver a new course in Genomic Medicine with doctors and genetic counsellors from a hospital trust.
published on: 27 May 2015
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Newcastle University Medical School ranked Top 50 in the world
A highly respected international ranking of research performance has confirmed Newcastle University as one of the leading universities for medicine in the world.
published on: 26 May 2015
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A fine show - Newcastle Fine Art degree show begins
The next generation of artists will showcase their work when the Newcastle University Fine Art degree show opens at the Hatton Gallery this weekend.
published on: 26 May 2015
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Scientists at the forefront of fighting superbugs
Researchers at Newcastle University are part of a multi-million pound flagship project looking at antimicrobial resistance and the development of new antibiotics.
published on: 26 May 2015
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New model sheds light on 'flocking' behaviour
Understanding how turbulence can alter the shape and course of a flock of birds, a swarm of insects or even an algal bloom could help us to better predict their impact on the environment.
published on: 26 May 2015
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Top 100 entry for Professor Julian Morris
Readers of the Medicine Maker have voted Professor Julian Morris one of the most influential people in the world in drug development and manufacture.
published on: 22 May 2015
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Contaminated green waste has ‘catastrophic’ implications for historic environment
Archaeologists are calling for better regulation of the control and use of green waste in order to protect the historic environment.
published on: 21 May 2015
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Pioneering project will help patients with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease
Patients with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) will benefit from a major multi-million euro European research project aimed at developing better diagnostic tests and treatments.
published on: 19 May 2015
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A curious case of wonder
An intriguing hybrid of art gallery and touring peep show is set to get people talking at county shows and agricultural fairs across Northumberland this summer.
published on: 18 May 2015
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Newcastle students translate Cragside story for overseas visitors
The wonders of Cragside are now accessible to an even wider audience, thanks to students at Newcastle University.
published on: 14 May 2015
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Get your hands dirty for science
Newcastle University has joined forces with The Alnwick Garden to inspire people to get outside and explore nature.
published on: 13 May 2015
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Amino acid found in some foods could improve oral health
A naturally occurring amino acid found in some foods could help millions of people avoid cavities and gum disease, researchers have revealed.
published on: 6 May 2015