May
News in May 2022
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Cold War Bunker hosts work by Newcastle academic
Sonic and visual material inspired by Ballistic Missile Early Warning systems at RAF Fylingdales will be presented at a special event at the Cold War Bunker in York.
published on: 31 May 2022
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New play sheds light on impact of military life
A new play about the impact of war and military life, based on research by Newcastle University, premieres next month.
published on: 30 May 2022
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Comment: AI could spot viruses like monkeypox and help conserve nature
Writing for The Conversation, Cristina Neesham and colleagues discuss how using AI to ward off new pandemics can also help protect and conserve nature.
published on: 30 May 2022
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Newcastle University Fine Art Degree Show 2022
Work by exciting new artists is to be exhibited in this year’s Fine Art Degree show.
published on: 27 May 2022
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Protein supplement helps control Type 2 diabetes
Drinking a small amount of whey protein before meals has been shown to help people with type 2 diabetes control their blood sugars.
published on: 27 May 2022
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New liver and kidney disease identified
Scientists have identified a new disease in a ground-breaking discovery that could help patients with unexplained liver and kidney problems.
published on: 26 May 2022
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New National Institute of Teaching announced
The National Institute of Teaching’s research and delivery will further drive up teacher quality to benefit children and young people across England.
published on: 26 May 2022
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Genetic basis of 3 mitochondrial diseases identified via new approach
New understanding of how mitochondria’s hundreds of proteins work together to generate power and perform other functions offers a promising path to better diagnose and treat mitochondrial disease.
published on: 25 May 2022
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Preventing long term side effects of cancer radiotherapies
A new study has found that a simple, one-off treatment was able to prevent long term side effects of cancer radiotherapies.
published on: 23 May 2022
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Newcastle University academic elected to Royal Irish Academy
Professor Karen Corrigan has been made a member of the prestigious Royal Irish Academy.
published on: 20 May 2022
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Student launches new edition of debut novel
A Newcastle University PhD student is set to launch his debut novel with help from a Booker Prize-shortlisted author at a special event.
published on: 19 May 2022
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Healthy Cities?
A new book by a Newcastle University expert looks at how where we live influences our health – for better and for worse.
published on: 16 May 2022
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Heavy metal pollution can increase antibiotic resistance in rivers
Scientists have shown that elevated heavy metal levels in rivers can lead to higher levels of antibiotic resistance.
published on: 16 May 2022
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New research unit to help organ donation and transplantation patients
Newcastle University is receiving almost £2 million for a cutting-edge research unit focused on organ donation to help improve the outcomes for patients waiting for and receiving transplants.
published on: 16 May 2022
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Protecting cultural property in Ukraine
Monuments, sites, and cultural institutions in Ukraine are being monitored using satellite imagery, to safeguard cultural property.
published on: 13 May 2022
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Folk music students perform at 10 Downing Street
Undergraduate guitarists John Hinton and Jack Hogsden performed at the Downing Street Spring Showcase which promotes the best of British business,
published on: 13 May 2022
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Newcastle reaffirmed as a Leader in Openness in animal research
Understanding Animal Research has announced that Newcastle University has reaffirmed its status as a Leader in Openness from 2022 -2025.
published on: 13 May 2022
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Sea ice can control Antarctic ice sheet stability, new research finds
An international team of researchers, including a glaciologist at Newcastle University, has found that changes in sea ice can have an important influence on ice shelves.
published on: 13 May 2022
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Immune cell characteristics mapped across multiple tissues
Experts have shed new light on the types and traits of immune cells that can be found in the human body, from early life to adulthood.
published on: 12 May 2022
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REF2021 confirms growth in research excellence and impact at Newcastle
The national assessment of research performance has reported world-leading research with outstanding impact for society and the economy across all disciplines at Newcastle University.
published on: 12 May 2022
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Prestigious academy elects leading scientists to its Fellowship
The Academy of Medical Sciences has elected two prominent Newcastle University academics to its Fellowship.
published on: 11 May 2022
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Newcastle experts support Port of Tyne’s drive to net zero
Clean Tyne, a UK’s Clean Maritime Demonstration consortium, has created a roadmap for the Port of Tyne and other UK ports to support their journey to net zero.
published on: 10 May 2022
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Network thinking can revolutionise global agriculture
New perspectives show how advances in complexity science can change the way we think about and manage farm and global food systems for good.
published on: 9 May 2022
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Students showcase their own community-based research
Students at Newcastle University have showcased research they have been carrying out throughout the academic year with a range of local charities and voluntary organisations.
published on: 9 May 2022
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Comment: Tests and threats recall nuclear fears of the cold war
Writing for The Conversation, Dr Michael Mulvihill discusses how Russia's actions during the Ukraine War echo the cold war.
published on: 5 May 2022
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Former Newcastle student wins prestigious Geography prize
Jessica Edgley, a Newcastle University geography graduate, has been awarded the prestigious Alfred Steers Dissertation prize by the Royal Geographical Society (with IBG).
published on: 5 May 2022