Tag Archives: Newcastle University

Newcastle University Lecturer Honored with National Award for Surgical Innovation

(IN BRIEF) Dr. Kenneth Rankin, an honorary senior lecturer at Newcastle University, was bestowed with the prestigious Researcher of the Year award at The Bone Idols 2024 ceremony for his outstanding contributions to surgical oncology. Recognized for his remarkable innovation … Read the full press release

Newcastle University Hosts ‘Exploring Polar Environments’ Day to Inspire Young Scientists and Challenge Stereotypes in Polar Research

(IN BRIEF) Newcastle University is welcoming hundreds of schoolchildren for the ‘Exploring Polar Environments’ day, an initiative organized by polar scientists to educate students about polar science and the career prospects it offers. The event aims to challenge stereotypes surrounding … Read the full press release

Newcastle University Academic’s Insights Illuminate Belsay Hall’s Greek Revival Origins

(IN BRIEF) Dr. Susanna Phillippo, a Senior Lecturer in Classics at Newcastle University, has collaborated with English Heritage on a comprehensive interpretative resource aimed at providing visitors to Belsay Hall, Castle, and Gardens with insights into the historical and architectural … Read the full press release

Newcastle University Recognized for Exceptional Internationalization Efforts in Higher Education

(IN BRIEF) Newcastle University has been awarded the Excellence in Internationalisation honor by the European Association for International Education (EAIE). This prestigious accolade celebrates the university’s exceptional approach to integrating international research and educational opportunities, focusing on addressing societal and … Read the full press release

Newcastle University Receives Funding to Expand Applied Health and Care Research Methodology Incubator

(IN BRIEF) Newcastle University has been awarded funding from the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) Incubator award to expand capacity in applied health and care research methodology. Led by Professor Dawn Teare, the renewal of the Applied … Read the full press release

Newcastle University Receives £37M Funding to Drive Research Support and Tackle Public Health Challenges

(IN BRIEF) Newcastle University has been awarded over £37 million by the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) to address public health and social care issues. The funding will be used to establish a Research Support Service (RSS) … Read the full press release

Study Exposes Dire Impact of Small-Scale Fisheries on Marine Megafauna in Thailand

(IN BRIEF) A study conducted by Newcastle University has unveiled the ecological threats posed by small-scale fisheries in Thailand. The research provides the first-ever estimate of marine megafauna catch in Thailand’s small-scale fisheries, including rays, sharks, sea turtles, dolphins, and … Read the full press release

Newcastle University Educators Honored for Outstanding Impact on Student Success and Teaching Excellence

(IN BRIEF) Newcastle University educators have been honored with prestigious awards for their exceptional impact on student outcomes and the teaching profession. Professor Ruth Valentine and Dr Joanna Matthan have been named National Teaching Fellows for their contributions to widening … Read the full press release

Newcastle University Researchers Recognized for Groundbreaking Chemistry Discoveries

(IN BRIEF) Newcastle University researchers, Professor Akane Kawamura and Dr James Dawson, have been awarded prestigious prizes by the Royal Society of Chemistry. Professor Kawamura received the Jeremy Knowles Award for her innovative work in developing technologies and chemical probes … Read the full press release

Newcastle University-Led NERAP Consortium Celebrates Widening Access Award Success

(IN BRIEF) The North East Raising Aspiration Partnership (NERAP), consisting of five universities in the North East region of the UK, including Newcastle, Durham, Northumbria, Sunderland, and Teesside, has been awarded the Widening Access Partnership of the Year at the … Read the full press release

Newcastle University partners with New Writing North to sponsor Gordon Burn Prize

(IN BRIEF) Newcastle University has partnered with New Writing North to sponsor the Gordon Burn Prize for three years. The prize, which recognizes and celebrates bold writing that often finds its readers outside the mainstream, was launched in 2012 by … Read the full press release

Creative Industries Policy and Evidence Centre Finds New Home at Newcastle University and RSA

(IN BRIEF) Newcastle University and the Royal Society of Arts (RSA) have been selected as the new hosts of the Creative Industries Policy and Evidence Centre (Creative PEC), which provides independent research and policy recommendations for the UK’s creative industries. … Read the full press release

Newcastle University and WMG at the University of Warwick partner to prepare the UK workforce for the electrification revolution

(PRESS RELEASE) NEWCASTLE, 14-Dec-2021 — /EuropaWire/ — Newcastle University, a UK public research university and a member of the Russell Group, and WMG at the University of Warwick, a public research university ranked the 10th in the UK, have announced … Read the full press release

Sound-based educational astronomy platform launches to help blind and partially sighted people to ‘hear’ the Universe

(PRESS RELEASE) SWINDON, 7-Dec-2021 — /EuropaWire/ — UK Research and Innovation, non-departmental public body of the Government of UK that directs research and innovation funding, has announced the launch of a new online astronomy resource aimed at blind and partially … Read the full press release

Newcastle University honorary degree awardee Martin Luther King shortlisted in BBC’s Icons history programme

(PRESS RELEASE) NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, 10-Jan-2019 — /EuropaWire/ — Civil rights leader Martin Luther King and famed diplomat and archaeologist Gertrude Bell are featured in a new BBC series where members of the public vote for the 20th century’s greatest icon. … Read the full press release

Newcastle University to create an online archive of all the headstones, plaques, statues and other memorials dedicated to animals

(PRESS RELEASE) NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, 10-Jan-2019 — /EuropaWire/ — Historical memorials The Victorian era is often regarded as a pivotal moment in British society’s attitudes towards animals. It was during this period that the RSPCA was established and several new … Read the full press release

St Andrews and Newcastle Universities: breakthrough in catalysis research could lead to clean diesel engine technology

Fife, Scotland, 04-Dec-2017 — /EuropaWire/ — A breakthrough in catalysis research by academics at the Universities of St Andrews and Newcastle could lead to the development of clean diesel engine technology and help combat air pollution. Catalysis is an important process … Read the full press release

Newcastle University lecturer Paul Stott: focusing entirely on naval ships and ignoring the commercial sector is a mistake

Newcastle upon Tyne, 07-Nov-2017 — /EuropaWire/ — Experts call on the Government to put the past behind us and invest in an industry that could have positive economic and societal benefit in the 21st century. Thatcher not to blame for the … Read the full press release

Newcastle University: School of Pharmacy will be based in the impressive King George VI building

Students begin the first ever pharmacy degree at Newcastle University and are embarking on an exciting career path. NEWCASTLE, 02-Oct-2017 — /EuropaWire/ — Pharmacists work in a variety of settings to provide essential healthcare services, yet none will have the … Read the full press release

Contemporary artists Jane and Louise Wilson appointed to Newcastle University’s pioneering Fine Art Department

NEWCASTLE, 26-Jun-2017 — /EuropaWire/ — Leading contemporary artists Jane and Louise Wilson have been appointed to Newcastle University’s pioneering Fine Art Department. Wonderful acknowledgement Twins Jane and Louise have a national and international reputation, forged over the past two decades as … Read the full press release

Newcastle University to help improve relations between residents and students in Jesmond

Newcastle University is leading a new initiative to help improve relations between residents and students in Jesmond. NEWCASTLE, 09-Jun-2017 — /EuropaWire/ — Working with Northumbria Police, Newcastle City Council, Northumbria University and local councillors, Newcastle University and its Students’ Union have … Read the full press release

Newcastle University celebrates 70th anniversary of the Thousand Families Study

They have been part of one of the longest ever studies into health, and now the ‘Red Spot’ babies are marking their 70th birthdays. NEWCASTLE, 09-Jun-2017 — /EuropaWire/ — Set up by experts at Newcastle University and the Royal Victoria Infirmary, … Read the full press release

Newcastle University scientists to help diagnose the dementia with Lewy bodies (DLB) more accurately and improve management of the complex disorder

New guidelines have been published on the clinical and physical indicators to help ensure patients with dementia with Lewy bodies get an accurate diagnosis and the best care possible. NEWCASTLE, 09-Jun-2017 — /EuropaWire/ — The death of Hollywood actor Robin Williams … Read the full press release

Newcastle University won Business/Industry Collaboration of the Year at the Educate North awards

NEWCASTLE, 12-May-2017 — /EuropaWire/ — Newcastle University has won Business/Industry Collaboration of the Year at the Educate North awards for its innovative partnership with Northumbrian Water. Best practice and excellence The Educate North Awards celebrate best practice and excellence in the … Read the full press release

Islamophobia Makes Young Muslims Anxious To Engage in Politics

NEWCASTLE, 16-Mar-2017 — /EuropaWire/ — Young Muslims could play a much bigger role in politics in Scotland but many are put off engaging too visibly because of Islamophobia, according to new research. Actively engaged in politics A study carried out … Read the full press release

Rubbish Takes Centre Stage in Art Installation

NEWCASTLE, 16-Mar-2017 — /EuropaWire/ — A new art installation on Newcastle University’s campus takes rubbish and puts it centre stage. Academic waste Helena Lacey has gathered the things thrown away at the University and has turned them into the artwork … Read the full press release

£34.7 million scheme to create better outcomes for patients with blood disorders

A new project involving Newcastle University experts aims to create better outcomes for patients with blood disorders. NEWCASTLE, 10-Jan-2017 — /EuropaWire/ — The £34.7 million scheme, involving scientists from the Northern Institute for Cancer Research, will pull together anonymous patient data … Read the full press release

Newcastle University’s Vice-Chancellor and President Professor Chris Day joins the Sir Bobby Robson Foundation’s Board of Trustees

NEWCASTLE, 10-Jan-2017 — /EuropaWire/ — A liver disease expert, Professor Day brings with him a vast wealth of experience and knowledge and is a strong addition to Sir Bobby’s team. Professor Day was brought up in North Tyneside and studied … Read the full press release

Newcastle University commits to embed Environmental, Social and Governance considerations into its investment strategy

Newcastle University’s governing Council has agreed to take steps to ensure the organisation’s investments better reflect its values and ethos going forward. NEWCASTLE, 25-May-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — Responding to calls from Newcastle University Students’ Union (NUSU) and representations from students involved … Read the full press release

11th annual ¡Vamos! Festival: Pulitzer Prize winner Junot Díaz to give public lecture at Newcastle University on June 8

NEWCASTLE, 25-May-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — Pulitzer Prize winner Junot Díaz returns to the UK in June to give a public lecture at Newcastle University as part of a festival celebrating Latin and Lusophone culture. Immigration and Xenophobia The author will … Read the full press release

BBC’s Living Life Longer series to feature Newcastle University research on best ways to age well

Experts at Newcastle University will feature in a BBC Look North news series which explores the best ways to age well. NEWCASTLE, 24-May-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — All this week, the BBC’s Living Life Longer series will focus on the University’s key … Read the full press release

Newcastle University extends its main university campus

NEWCASTLE, 05-Apr-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — Work has begun on a £2.4m extension to Newcastle University. Workshop and design space The Building Sciences lab, which will provide enhanced workshop and design space for architecture students, is due to open in March 2017. … Read the full press release

ISB Survey 2015: International student satisfaction at Newcastle University one of the highest in the world

International student satisfaction at Newcastle University is one of the highest in the world, according to recent survey results. NEWCASTLE, 01-Mar-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — The International Student Barometer  (ISB) Survey 2015, conducted by i-graduate, gave Newcastle University an overall satisfaction rating … Read the full press release

Newcastle University report shows how most of UK struggling cities are based in the north

A new report by Newcastle University urban and regional development experts shows how 10 of the UK’s top 12 struggling cities are based in the north. NEWCASTLE, 01-Mar-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — Uneven growth: tackling city decline, written for the JRF (Joseph … Read the full press release

Newcastle University, UK’s RNLI led and supported by Lloyds’ Register study reviewed the design of all-weather lifeboats

LONDON, 21-8-2015 — /EuropaWire/ — The design of all-weather lifeboats is being reviewed as part of a study led by Newcastle University and the UK’s Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) with support from Lloyds’ Register. The four-year project will help … Read the full press release

Newcastle University study shows that intensive diet and exercise regime alone does not prevent gestational diabetes in obese women

Newcastle, UK, 13-7-2015 — /EuropaWire/ — A diet and exercise regime for high-risk obese pregnant women, whilst effective in promoting a healthy lifestyle, does not prevent gestational diabetes, a study has revealed. Experts at Newcastle University have been part of research, … Read the full press release

Newcastle University: Blood cancers expert Professor Graham Jackson given Gold Medal from the British Society of Haematology in recognition of his outstanding research

NEWCASTLE, 9-6-2015 — /EuropaWire/ — A world-renowned blood cancers expert has been given a prestigious award in recognition of his outstanding contribution in helping patients with the life-threatening conditions. Professor Graham Jackson, honorary clinical professor of clinical haematology at the Northern … Read the full press release

Newcastle University: ground-breaking new screening tool reveals hidden diversity within the UK’s Algae Bank

NEWCASTLE, 9-6-2015 — /EuropaWire/ — Thousands of samples at the UK’s ‘algae bank’ will need to be re-labelled as a ground-breaking new screening tool has revealed greater diversity  than was previously  known within the collection. Analysing the protein ‘fingerprint’ of … Read the full press release

Newcastle University fine art lecturer curated Gallery of Wonders set to get people talking at county shows and agricultural fairs across Northumberland this summer

NEWCASTLE, 20-5-2015 — /EuropaWire/ — 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. Gallery of Wonders, curated by Newcastle University fine art lecturer … Read the full press release

Lloyds Banking Group and School of Computing Science at Newcastle University to try and find innovative solutions to help young people become more engaged with banking

Lloyds Banking Group has partnered with Newcastle University’s School of Computing Science to create digital solutions around the topic of ‘everyday banking and money management’ Students have been tasked to come up with innovative solutions to help young people become … Read the full press release