How forest fragmentation is impacting on amphibian and reptile species

published on: 30 July 2016

Prostate cancer patients have been offered hope after scientists at Newcastle University have identified a new group of molecules that could be targeted to slow tumour growth.

published on: 28 July 2016

Concordat on Open Research Data launched to help speed up science and the development of innovative new solutions.

published on: 28 July 2016

'Smart' bricks which can recycle wastewater and generate electricity are being created as part of a new project aiming to transform the places where we live and work.

published on: 27 July 2016

Writing for The Conversation, Professor Jeff Errington discusses how DNA sequences from primitive cells could help us trace the origins of life.

published on: 25 July 2016

David Graham, Professor of Ecosystems Engineering at Newcastle University, is helping to shape US health policy around antibiotic resistance.

published on: 21 July 2016

Professor Roy Taylor reflects on how he came to help two sons save their father from diabetes, as featured in the film “Fixing Dad” shown on BBC 2.

published on: 20 July 2016

Students from the region were given an insight into the basics of architecture and sustainable design as part of a new scheme to address the serious shortage of young British talent in the industry.

published on: 19 July 2016

Dr Jesse Salah Ovadia is interviewed for The Conversation about a local approach which could be a game changer for economic development in Africa’s oil producing states.

published on: 19 July 2016

A world-renowned neurosurgeon has been awarded an honorary degree from Newcastle University for his outstanding work in the medical field.

published on: 15 July 2016

Newcastle University is investing over £30m in new state–of-the-art sports facilities and launching a new sport and exercise science degree to further boost its position among the top in the country.

published on: 15 July 2016

Writing for The Conversation, Professor Richard Dawson argues that the UK must develop a coherent way of assessing the risks to infrastructure from climate change.

published on: 14 July 2016

Professor Nick Wright, Pro-Vice-Chancellor for Research and Innovation, comments on the implications for research following the decision to leave the EU.

published on: 14 July 2016

A scheme to help disadvantaged pupils has been shown to increase attendance and attainment in schools.

published on: 13 July 2016

One of Britain’s best-loved children’s authors is the subject of an exhibition informed by Newcastle University research.

published on: 13 July 2016

Newcastle University Fine Art students are exhibiting their work in one of the North East’s most beautiful – if unusual - art galleries.

published on: 13 July 2016

Following an extensive consultation exercise with school staff and students, Durham University has agreed a transfer of its School of Medicine, Pharmacy and Health to Newcastle University.

published on: 13 July 2016

A Newcastle University student battling a rare disease has become the first in her family to get a university degree.

published on: 12 July 2016

Writing for The Conversation, Callum Macgregor explains the rather unexpected participant at the Euro 2016 final.

published on: 12 July 2016

More action is needed to manage the growing risk to UK infrastructure from severe weather, a Newcastle University academic has warned.

published on: 12 July 2016

Professor Chris Day, one of the country's leading medical academics, has been appointed as the new Vice-Chancellor of Newcastle University from January 2017.

published on: 11 July 2016

Professor of Geological Sciences James Syvitski is to be recognised for his work by Newcastle University.

published on: 11 July 2016

Writing for The Conversation, Catherine Douglas discusses the bonds that can develop between humans and other species

published on: 8 July 2016

Writing for The Conversation, Patrick Degenaar discusses the potential that neuroprosthetics holds for patients

published on: 8 July 2016

Writing for The Conversation, Dr Andrew Jackson and Dr Dimitra Blana discuss the technology and opportunities created by brain implants.

published on: 2 July 2016

A major new research facility which will allow scientists to discover more sustainable and affordable ways to treat wastewater has been launched.

published on: 1 July 2016