Research News
Research News
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Collaboration to uncover mutations in rare blood disorder
Newcastle University has collaborated with UK-based Wellcome Sanger Institute (Sanger) and the SKAN Research Trust (SKAN) to investigate early mutations in blood stem cells.
published on: 25 June 2024
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Hidden treasure in the Galaxy
Astronomers have uncovered that a well-known X-ray binary, whose exact nature has been a mystery to scientists until now, is actually a hidden ultraluminous X-ray source.
published on: 24 June 2024
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Final year of excavations commence at Birdoswald Roman fort
Work has begun on the final season of a long-term programme at the Roman fort of Birdoswald, on the Hadrian’s Wall World Heritage Site.
published on: 13 June 2024
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Comment: Mexico’s voters set to elect first woman president
Writing for The Conversation, Rosario Aguilar discusses the election in Mexico this weekend, and how the country looks set to make history by electing its first woman president.
published on: 3 June 2024
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Genetic cause of rare childhood immune disorders discovered
Scientists have pinpointed genetic changes that can leave children born with little to no immune defence against infection.
published on: 24 May 2024
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Unique visualisations offer chance to explore ancient Rome
A new exhibition at Newcastle University's Great North Museum: Hancock uses stunning visualisations to transport visitors on a time-travelling journey to Ancient Rome.
published on: 24 May 2024
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‘Dressing Fancy’ in Bath
A ‘Dressing Fancy’ programme of events will take place in Bath throughout June, as part of a Newcastle University research project into Georgian fancy dress and how people dress up today.
published on: 15 May 2024
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Animation examines reasons behind low bowel cancer survival rates
A Newcastle University-generated animation explores the reasons behind low bowel cancer survival rates in rural Yorkshire after premiering in Harrogate.
published on: 13 May 2024
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New report calls for ‘fresh start for Sure Start’
The document written by Professor Liz Todd, sets out the case for a new updated model of Sure Start that puts schools and nurseries at its heart.
published on: 10 May 2024
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Newcastle expert helps reveal link between ancient Rome and Carlisle
A Newcastle University lab technician has played a pivotal role in establishing the connection between a modern day cricket club in Carlisle and the centre of Roman power in the third century AD.
published on: 7 May 2024
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Prestigious awards given to two Newcastle academics
Two Newcastle University experts have been awarded prestigious honours by the Royal Geographical Society with the Institute of British Geographers (RGS-IBG).
published on: 7 May 2024
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Climate change intensifies wind-rain extremes in the UK and Ireland
Climate change will cause an increase in extreme winter storms combining strong winds and heavy rainfall over the UK and Ireland, new research has shown.
published on: 3 May 2024
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Flowers of the Seasons: Politics, Power & Poverty
Dr Oskar Jensen and Electric Voice Theatre present an historic afternoon of BSL interpreted singing, poetry and storytelling celebrating the music of a once famous composer - Eliza Flower.
published on: 29 April 2024
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International recognition for Newcastle PhD student
A Newcastle University doctoral student has received international recognition for the quality and originality of her research.
published on: 26 April 2024
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Newcastle recognised for excellence nationally by Brain Cancer Mission
The paediatric neuro-oncology collaboration between Newcastle University and Hospitals' has been recognised as a Centre of Excellence by the Tessa Jowell Brain Cancer Mission.
published on: 25 April 2024
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Solar-electric taxi boat sets sail in Kenya
Experts from Newcastle University have helped innovate a solar-electric water taxi fabricated entirely from recycled plastic collected and manufactured in Kenya.
published on: 18 April 2024
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Tyne Derwent Way
Newcastle University is a partner in a project which is revitalising the nine-mile outdoor trail between Gateshead town centre and the Derwent Valley.
published on: 15 April 2024
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AI software could revolutionise voice box cancer treatment
Artificial intelligence has been found to improve the outcome of patients with voice box cancer, which is a step closer to personalised treatment, new research has revealed.
published on: 15 April 2024
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Astronomers solve merger mystery of a magnetic star
An international team of astronomers have unveiled the evolutionary history of a massive binary system, which unusually contains a magnetic star.
published on: 12 April 2024
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Newcastle geographer awarded prestigious Fellowship
Professor Peter Hopkins has been made a Fellow of the Royal Society of Edinburgh (RSE) for the excellence of his work and his contributions to policy in Scotland.
published on: 9 April 2024
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Community climate project gets National Lottery funding
Young dads in the North East have received a significant funding boost for a community climate project involving a Newcastle University academic.
published on: 8 April 2024
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Prehistoric henge reveals centuries-old sacred site in Lincolnshire
Archaeologists from Newcastle University have unearthed evidence for an evolving sacred landscape spanning centuries in Crowland, Lincolnshire.
published on: 5 April 2024
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Farrell Centre Director to represent UK at La Biennale di Venezia
Owen Hopkins, Director of the Farrell Centre at Newcastle University, is to represent the UK at the 19th International Architecture Exhibition at La Biennale di Venezia 2025.
published on: 5 April 2024
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Comment: New drama charts the influence of ska during Thatcher years
Writing for The Conversation, Dr Adam Behr discusses how the urban deprivation of the Thatcher years spawned the growth of two-tone music and provides the setting for new BBC drama This Town.
published on: 2 April 2024
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Study shows the crop benefits of enhanced rock weathering
Enhanced rock weathering results in higher crop yields and improved crop health, new research has shown.
published on: 28 March 2024