News in 2017 Lose the weight and lose the diabetes A New Year's Resolution to lose just over 2 stone or 15 kgs can reverse your Type 2 diabetes. published on: 2 January 2018 Comment: A rare Beatles flop that paved the way for for Monty Python Writing for The Conversation, Dr Adam Behr discusses how Magical Mystery Tour film set the stage for 'Monty Python鈥檚 explosion of absurdity into mainstream television'. published on: 22 December 2017 Britain鈥檚 greatest Olympian visits University Britain鈥檚 greatest Olympian Sir Chris Hoy was in the North East to speak to experts about the importance of exercise and nutrition. published on: 22 December 2017 Comment: Humbug, tinsel and gravy: the perfect Christmas pop song Writing for The Conversation, Dr Adam Behr takes a look at what makes a classic festive tune. published on: 22 December 2017 New app helps young people when visiting relatives with dementia Young people who have difficulty talking to older relatives or friends with dementia can now be helped by a smartphone app called Ticket-to-Talk designed by researchers at 缅北禁地. published on: 21 December 2017 Comment: What Neolithic rock art can tell us about our ancestors Writing for The Conversation, Dr Aron Mazel and Dr Myra Giesen discuss theories of why rock art exists and explain why it is now under threat. published on: 20 December 2017 缅北禁地 pledges support to City of Sanctuary 缅北禁地 has joined a city-wide coalition to welcome refugees and asylum seekers to the city. published on: 20 December 2017 Comment: How mobile working ruins work-life balance Writing for The Conversation, Dr Stefanie Reissner and Michal Izak highlight the benefits and limitations of mobile working. published on: 19 December 2017 New book sheds light on secret places Even in an age of GPS and smartphones there is a multitude of secret places in the world, often in the most surprising of locations, a 缅北禁地 academic has discovered. published on: 18 December 2017 Dramatic origin of the fairy light revealed 缅北禁地 energy expert Dr Sara Walker sheds light on the very first fairy lights as part of BBC TWO鈥橲 鈥業nside the Factory鈥� Christmas Special. published on: 18 December 2017 Winner of the Flambard Poetry Prize 2017 revealed Lydia Kennaway has walked away with this year鈥檚 Flambard Poetry Prize. published on: 15 December 2017 Creative Fuse North East Awards 拢250k to Creative Collaborators Virtual reality technology as a catalyst for dance and metal sculptures to regulate building temperatures are among 31 innovative projects funded through a 拢250k scheme by Creative Fuse North East. published on: 14 December 2017 Global significance of Gertrude Bell archive recognised by UNESCO 缅北禁地鈥檚 prestigious Gertrude Bell archive has been recognised by UNESCO as a collection of global significance. published on: 12 December 2017 A new politics for an age of crisis - writer discusses a new society Columnist and best-selling author George Monbiot will speak about his vision to create a new politics of belonging at a free public lecture at 缅北禁地. published on: 8 December 2017 Comment: Social rights for UK's citizens after Brexit Writing for The Conversation, Dr Koldo Casla discusses the implications of Brexit on the right to health, education, an adequate standard of living and to social security. published on: 8 December 2017 Improving employees鈥� work-life balance gives competitive advantage Providing working arrangements that meaningfully improve the work-life balance of employees can give firms a competitive advantage, research by 缅北禁地 has found. published on: 8 December 2017 Older women liable to lifetime of unequal pay and working conditions Older women are more vulnerable to financial difficulties than older men, with their employment history and family circumstances impacting on pension income and ability to save. published on: 7 December 2017 Student brewers toast success with international awards Europe鈥檚 first student-run microbrewery has scooped top international awards for enterprise and sustainability. published on: 7 December 2017 Dangers of commonly prescribed painkillers highlighted Commonly prescribed painkillers need to be given for shorter periods of time to reduce the risk of obesity and sleep deprivation, a new study has revealed. published on: 6 December 2017 Type 2 diabetes is not for life Almost half of the patients with Type 2 diabetes supported by their GPs on a weight loss programme were able to reverse their diabetes in a year, a study has found. published on: 5 December 2017 At the sharp-end of University research 缅北禁地鈥檚 head glassblower Robyn Hare reveals the artistic side of science. published on: 4 December 2017 Experts call for age restrictions on the sale of energy drinks Experts have called for the Government to consider restricting the sale of energy drinks to under-16s after a study has revealed that they are being sold to children 鈥榗heaper than water and pop鈥�. published on: 1 December 2017 Northumberland鈥檚 Neolithic Goats in the spotlight Just 150 individuals remain of one of the UK鈥檚 oldest herds of wild animals. published on: 1 December 2017 Standing up for Science Fracking expert commended for his efforts to encourage open, honest debate and impartial research on the impact of oil and gas extraction. published on: 30 November 2017 Deepest fish in the ocean A new species discovered 8,000 metres down by researchers from 缅北禁地 and the University of Washington has been officially named. published on: 29 November 2017 Success for 缅北禁地 start-up casting a wide net A premium sportswear business launched with support from 缅北禁地鈥檚 START UP Founderships has received a 拢1.2m investment from a group led by the founder of New Look. published on: 29 November 2017 Comment: Foreign parliaments are not powerless to help the Rohingya Writing for The Conversation, Dr Wessel Vermeulen and Dr Andreja Pegan highlight the steps needed to contribute to a resolution of the Rohingya crisis. published on: 28 November 2017 鈥楧ark matter鈥� discoveries shine light on new treatments for disease Soils from one of the highest, driest places on earth harbour microorganisms with the potential to treat HIV and tackle the world鈥檚 antibiotic time bomb. published on: 27 November 2017 Arts, humanities and social science graduates鈥� skills in demand A new study has defined for the first time the skills graduates develop by studying arts, humanities and social science (AHSS) degrees. published on: 27 November 2017 Student expedition studies vulnerable species 缅北禁地 students came up close and personal with one of the world鈥檚 most feared predators during a research expedition to the pristine wetlands and dry forest habitat of Costa Rica. published on: 24 November 2017 New 拢50m national innovation centre given go-ahead Permission has been granted for a major new development which will link up university academic talent with industry and the public sector to help develop skills needed to solve real world problems. published on: 24 November 2017 Preserving rock art at the touch of a button Some of the world鈥檚 most ancient art could be protected with a new app designed by 缅北禁地 heritage and software experts. published on: 23 November 2017 New project will investigate the complexity of cancer A revolutionary new 鈥榩ersonalised鈥� cancer treatment and research project involving 缅北禁地 is being funded by the Sir Bobby Robson Foundation. published on: 22 November 2017 Launching FutureMe in the North East The North East Collaborative Outreach Programme has launched its FutureMe programme of activity and support to increase the number of young people from the North East progressing to higher education. published on: 21 November 2017 缅北禁地 set to join The Alan Turing Institute 缅北禁地 is set to join the national institute for data science 鈥� The Alan Turing Institute 鈥� as a new university partner. published on: 21 November 2017 鈧�34 million project to develop better test for liver disease A pioneering European research project aims to lead to new diagnostic tests to assess patients with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease and identify those most at risk of developing problems. published on: 21 November 2017 Comment: Do speed cameras really save lives? Writing for The Conversation, Dr Neil Thorpe and Dr Lee Fawcett discuss the effectiveness of speed cameras in reducing death and injury on the roads. published on: 20 November 2017 Comment: Malcolm Young helped define heavy rock鈥檚 guitar sound Writing for The Conversation, Dr Adam Behr pays tribute to Malcom Young, the AC/DC guitarist who embodied some contradictory elements that came to be one of the defining sounds of rock. published on: 20 November 2017 缅北禁地 academic elected chair of the RSA Professor Mark Tewdwr-Jones will be in his new role until 2020. published on: 20 November 2017 缅北禁地 academics in first wave of Antarctic field research A team from 缅北禁地 has arrived in Antarctica this week as part of a major new research project to measure the rate of uptake of heat and CO2 in the Southern Ocean. published on: 20 November 2017 Tributes paid to world-leading dental expert Tributes have been paid to world-leading expert, Emeritus Professor Jimmy Steele CBE, who changed the way that dental services are provided in the UK and abroad. published on: 17 November 2017 Top documentary maker to visit 缅北禁地 Rob Lemkin's talk, Investigative Film Journalism and the Real World, forms part of both the University鈥檚 Popular Culture and World Politics conference and its Insights Public Lecture Series. published on: 17 November 2017 The future of cell culture: a new continuous bioprocess developed A technique which revolutionises cell culture by allowing the continuous production and collection of cells, has been developed by scientists at 缅北禁地. published on: 17 November 2017 Trust appoints leading professor as new chairman Professor Sir John Burn has been confirmed as the new Chairman of The 缅北禁地 upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. published on: 16 November 2017 Professor鈥檚 contribution to Peruvian culture An international expert from 缅北禁地 was a guest of honour at a special forum in Lima recently, at the invitation of Peru鈥檚 Minister of Culture. published on: 16 November 2017 鈥淕rave concern鈥� over plans to allow US-style bodies to operate in NHS It is of grave concern that there has been no public consultation on government plans to enable accountable care organisations (ACOs) to operate in England, say experts in The BMJ. published on: 14 November 2017 Man-made fibres and plastic found in the deepest living organisms Animals from six of the deepest places on Earth found to contain man-made fibres and plastic in their stomachs, scientists have shown. published on: 14 November 2017 Exhibitions and events bring sparks of life to Art Deco landmark A Frankenstein-themed installation, screening and talks from a group of 缅北禁地鈥檚 architectural researchers invites the public to discover more about a monumental 缅北禁地 building. published on: 14 November 2017 缅北禁地 appoints new Deputy Vice-Chancellor 缅北禁地 has appointed Professor Julie Sanders to the post of Deputy Vice-Chancellor (DVC). published on: 14 November 2017 鈥楩irst Class鈥� Award for ethical and environmental performance 缅北禁地, UK, has successfully retained its 鈥楩irst Class鈥� award in the People and Planet University League. published on: 14 November 2017 New cancer cell screening is improving childhood leukaemia treatment Treatment for children with leukaemia could be significantly improved with new cancer cell screening, leading experts say. published on: 13 November 2017 Civil rights advocates recognised with honorary degrees Notable civil rights advocates have been recognised with honorary degrees from 缅北禁地 on the 50th anniversary of Dr Martin Luther King Jr receiving the same award. published on: 13 November 2017 Acclaimed author to visit 缅北禁地 Graeme Macrae Burnet will be visiting 缅北禁地 to talk about his Booker-Prize nominated novel His Bloody Project later this month. published on: 13 November 2017 Statue unveiled in honour of Martin Luther King Jr. A brand new statue of Dr Martin Luther King Jr. was unveiled at 缅北禁地 today to mark the 50th anniversary of his visit to accept an honorary degree. published on: 13 November 2017 Custom-made organ crowns University鈥檚 restoration project A new pipe organ has taken pride of place in 缅北禁地鈥檚 King鈥檚 Hall as part of a 拢26 million restoration project in the historic Armstrong Building. published on: 10 November 2017 Farms the most dangerous family homes in the UK Understanding the culture of farming families can make farms safer places to live and work. published on: 9 November 2017 New organisation set up to improve local communities A new grass roots campaigning force in Tyne and Wear, supported by a broad cross-section of society, has been launched to improve the lives of ordinary people in the North East. published on: 9 November 2017 Comment: Shipbuilding in Britain: How to reboot it Writing for The Conversation, Dr Paul Stott discusses the issues surrounding the UK's new shipbuilding strategy. published on: 9 November 2017 Taking forward the Sustainable Development Goals Senior UN adviser to discuss how research links to the UN鈥檚 flagship sustainability agenda. published on: 9 November 2017 University ranked within top 100 in the world 缅北禁地 has been ranked one of the top universities in the world for Life Sciences and Computer Science. published on: 8 November 2017 Research project to create new artwork for historic sites 缅北禁地 has launched a 拢775,000 research project which will lead to the creation of four new pieces of artwork for three historic sites. published on: 8 November 2017 Comment: The tension between rock stars and the taxman Writing for The Conversation, Dr Adam Behr explains how the paradise papers revelations shed new light on the hostility between musicians and tax authorities. published on: 8 November 2017 拢2.25M boost to North East energy research 缅北禁地, Northumbria and Durham Universities will work to improve energy technology at the atomic level. published on: 8 November 2017 Post-Brexit future for shipbuilding 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. published on: 6 November 2017 Exhibition on lost connections between Tyneside and the Caribbean An exhibition and event series will be hosted by 缅北禁地 this month as part of Being Human 2017, the UK鈥檚 only national festival of the humanities. published on: 6 November 2017 New cutting-edge facilities for research and study in Singapore 缅北禁地 has expanded its operation in Singapore with the opening of the 缅北禁地 Research and Innovation Institute (NewRIIS). published on: 3 November 2017 Hot rock solution to grid-scale energy storage Energy Technologies Institute and 缅北禁地 agree energy storage technology deal to create a new National Facility for Pumped Heat Energy Storage. published on: 3 November 2017 Life on the edge New research identifies the winners and losers of forest fragmentation. published on: 1 November 2017 Digitalisation review unveils plans to boost industry Input from 缅北禁地 is part of major plans announced this week to boost the UK鈥檚 economy using advanced digital technology. published on: 1 November 2017 A city remembers Martin Luther King 缅北禁地 was one of the locations used to tell stories related the global struggle for civil rights this weekend. published on: 30 October 2017 Park View Student Village starts to take shape The last of the building modules that will become 缅北禁地鈥檚 largest student accommodation site has arrived at Park View Student Village. published on: 25 October 2017 缅北禁地 named as a top UK smart city 缅北禁地 is the fastest growing region outside of London for digital and technology employment, according to the second UK Smart Cities Index. published on: 23 October 2017 Curve-eye-ture: how to grow artificial corneas Scientists at 缅北禁地, UK have developed a new method to grow curved human corneas improving the quality and transparency - solely by controlling the behaviour of cells in a dish. published on: 20 October 2017 Construction underway on new Learning and Teaching Centre Work has started on a 拢34 million Learning and Teaching Centre for 缅北禁地 based on 缅北禁地 Science Central. published on: 19 October 2017 Call for citizen scientists to shed light on secret life of lugworms Volunteers are being asked to keep an eye out for signs of passion along our coastlines this month. published on: 19 October 2017 'FREEDOM鈥� the rallying call as politically-charged exhibitions open Two politically-charged exhibitions inspired by Dr Martin Luther King Jr鈥檚 1967 speech at 缅北禁地 have opened at the Great North Museum: Hancock. published on: 17 October 2017 The importance of asymmetry in bacteria New research published in Nature Microbiology has highlighted a protein that functions as a membrane vacuum cleaner and which could be a potential new target for antibiotics. published on: 16 October 2017 Pioneering research centre celebrates 40th anniversary A research centre whose pioneering work paved the way for Local Enterprise Partnerships and Metro Mayors is celebrating four decades of being at the forefront of research and policy influence. published on: 16 October 2017 Major national film audience research project launched A major new 拢900,000 research project is to transform our understanding of how people watch film today. published on: 13 October 2017 Comment: Cambodia heads towards one-party state Writing for The Conversation, Professor Rhona Smith argues that Cambodia is on the brink of becoming a one-party state, 24 years after its first modern era elections. published on: 13 October 2017 Comment: Tackling the sale of unapproved antibiotics Writing for The Conversation, Professor Allyson Pollock and Dr Patricia McGettigan argue that the Indian government is not doing enough to tackle sale of unapproved antibiotics. published on: 13 October 2017 Cutting bills needs energy devolution not price cap Experts have criticised the Government鈥檚 energy price cap as a quick fix not a sustainable way to cut bills and drive clean, green growth. published on: 12 October 2017 Toddlers' language development can predict later ability A new review of the evidence on early language development has examined the most effective ways to support young children with delays in their early language development. published on: 11 October 2017 Improving dairy farming for the environment and farmers Researchers from 缅北禁地 are leading a major new project that aims to make the UK dairy industry more sustainable and resilient. published on: 11 October 2017 Tackling the rising sale of unapproved antibiotics in India Indian government needs to do more to tackle rising sale of unapproved antibiotics, according to an analysis by researchers at 缅北禁地 and Queen Mary University of London. published on: 9 October 2017 Steel-string guitar virtuoso鈥檚 archive donated to University The archive of one of Britain鈥檚 most influential and gifted acoustic guitarists has been donated to 缅北禁地. published on: 9 October 2017 Mission to explore hidden Antarctic ecosystem A team of scientists is planning an urgent mission to investigate a mysterious marine ecosystem that鈥檚 been hidden beneath an Antarctic ice shelf for up to 120,000 years. published on: 9 October 2017 New poetry collection celebrates Martin Luther King Jr. Powerful poems inspired by a speech that Dr Martin Luther King gave when he visited 缅北禁地 in 1967 feature in a new book launched next month. published on: 9 October 2017 Industry leader appointed to head innovation for an ageing population Professor Michael Catt has been appointed as the new Director of the National Innovation Centre for Ageing. published on: 5 October 2017 New degree apprenticeships in power engineering 缅北禁地 is helping address essential skill gaps in engineering by offering new degree apprenticeships. published on: 5 October 2017 Comment:Tom Petty stood up for authentic rock and he never backed down Writing for The Conversation, Dr Adam Behr pays tribute to Tom Petty, an 'archetype of staunchly and self-consciously 鈥渁uthentic鈥� rock'. published on: 4 October 2017 Leading the way in battery technology 缅北禁地 to lead pioneering research into the next generation of battery technology. published on: 3 October 2017 Talk will put Black British history in the spotlight Leading historian David Olusoga will be coming to 缅北禁地 later this week to talk about black history in the UK. published on: 3 October 2017 New exhibition responds to a civil rights icon A new exhibition will explore the theme of social justice to give a thought-provoking response to the challenges set out by a civil rights icon. published on: 3 October 2017 Floella Benjamin to speak at 缅北禁地 Children鈥檚 campaigner, author and actor Baroness Floella Benjamin OBE gets 缅北禁地鈥檚 autumn programme of Insights Public Lectures underway. published on: 2 October 2017 Historic building sets tone for future generation of pharmacists Students begin the first ever pharmacy degree at 缅北禁地 and are embarking on an exciting career path. published on: 29 September 2017 The sounds of singing sands uncovered The phenomenon of singing sands is being explored this week - at an event miles away from the coast. published on: 28 September 2017 Turner Prize 2017 exhibition curated by 缅北禁地 fellow George Vasey from the University鈥檚 leading Fine Art department, is joint curator of the exhibition which opened in Hull鈥檚 refurbished Ferens Art Gallery this week. published on: 27 September 2017 Health and social care changes "paving way for fewer services" Current health and social care services reform, and radical redesign of the local government finance system, may signal the end of the NHS and local government in England, experts warn. published on: 27 September 2017 A new era for marine engineering research at 缅北禁地 缅北禁地 will today unveil its newly-refurbished Emerson Cavitation Tunnel as part of a 拢2.5m investment in marine engineering. published on: 26 September 2017 Experts call for a ban of tackle and scrum in school rugby Tackle and scrum should be banned in school rugby, argue 缅北禁地 experts in the BMJ today. published on: 26 September 2017 Freedom fighters immortalised in new comic Characters from the North East now have their own comic celebrating the region鈥檚 local and global role in real-life struggles for freedom. published on: 25 September 2017 缅北禁地 ranked top for Art and Design in the UK 缅北禁地 has been ranked as the best university in the UK for Art and Design by an influential guide. published on: 25 September 2017 缅北禁地 professor wins top poetry prize Sin茅ad Morrissey has won the prestigious Forward Prize for her collection On Balance. published on: 22 September 2017 Building bridges 鈥� Inspiring the brightest creative talent A pioneering new programme aims to develop the next generation of artists and creatives in the region. published on: 22 September 2017 Minister tasked with leading Brexit meets life science businesses Steve Baker has been hearing from the life science sector as part of the government鈥檚 engagement with businesses ahead of Brexit. published on: 21 September 2017 Global leader in offshore energy North of England and Scotland at the heart of globally important offshore renewable energy sector. published on: 21 September 2017 Comment: Failing medical implants are causing misery to thousands Writing for The Conversation, Professor Tom Joyce discusses the best ways to test and approve new medical implants. published on: 20 September 2017 Study suggests epilepsy drug can be used to treat form of dwarfism A drug used to treat conditions such as epilepsy has been shown in lab tests to significantly improve bone growth impaired by a form of dwarfism. published on: 19 September 2017 Brain cancer breakthrough could help medics give better treatment A new discovery about the most common type of childhood brain cancer could transform treatment for young patients by enabling doctors to give the most effective therapies. published on: 18 September 2017 Losing weight can reverse diabetes Type 2 diabetes costs the NHS 拢22m a day but could be beaten into remission if patients shed the pounds, say experts from 缅北禁地 and Glasgow Universities. published on: 15 September 2017 Professor Mark Shucksmith appointed House of Lords Specialist Adviser The Director of the 缅北禁地 Institute for Social Renewal will advise on the Natural Environment and Rural Communities Act 2006. published on: 15 September 2017 New national innovation centre to put UK at forefront of big data A new 拢30m National Innovation Centre for Data (NICD) aims to see the next Google or Facebook started in the UK and help the country capitalise on a potential 拢40bn a year boost to the economy. published on: 14 September 2017 缅北禁地 to welcome thousands to Open Day 缅北禁地, UK, will be showcasing its city centre campus and friendly student community to 18,000 Open Day visitors this Saturday. published on: 14 September 2017 How to Stay Young Experts from 缅北禁地 reveal the shocking differences between people鈥檚 body age and their actual age in the BBC 1 series 鈥楬ow to Stay Young鈥�. published on: 14 September 2017 Researchers investigate heart attack treatments in the elderly 缅北禁地 researchers have been awarded 拢1.7m to investigate heart attack treatments for patients over 75. published on: 14 September 2017 Type 2 diabetes is a reversible condition A body of research putting people with Type 2 diabetes on a low calorie diet has confirmed the underlying causes of the condition and established that it is reversible. published on: 13 September 2017 Sense your street Local communities tap into the UK鈥檚 largest urban data set to find out how polluted their street is. published on: 13 September 2017 Science of sensing UK鈥檚 first Urban Observatory provides unique understanding of how our cities work. published on: 13 September 2017 Comment: Irma鈥檚 devastation piles pressure on strained relationship Writing for The Conversation, Dr Matt Benwell and Dr Alasdair Pinkerton discuss Hurricane Irma's devastation of Caribbean territories and how this strains the relationship with the UK. published on: 12 September 2017 拢30m energy research and development facility opens in Gateshead 缅北禁地, Northern Gas Networks (NGN) and Northern Powergrid have launched InTEGReL - Integrated Transport Electricity Gas Research Laboratory. published on: 11 September 2017 Student success after new Scottish bank unveiled Plans for a new Scottish investment bank have been unveiled - just 18 months after a 缅北禁地 PhD student proposed the idea published on: 8 September 2017 Encapsulated human cells to revolutionise cell research A new biotech spin-out, Atelerix, is offering encapsulated human cells in an alginate gel made from seaweed making them practical, adaptable and easy to store and transport, even at room temperature. published on: 7 September 2017 缅北禁地 Professors named Fellows of Royal Academy of Engineering Two leading academics have been elected to join the most exclusive fellowship in the engineering profession. published on: 6 September 2017 缅北禁地 rises in global rankings 缅北禁地, UK, has improved its position as one of the world鈥檚 top universities, according to an influential guide. published on: 5 September 2017 Comment: A blow for freedom of information and expression in Cambodia Writing for The Conversation, Professor Rhona Smith discusses the implications of Cambodia Daily鈥檚 shutdown. published on: 5 September 2017 Comment: Adopt, don鈥檛 shop Writing for The Conversation, Dr Catherine Douglas discusses why puppy-farmed dogs show worse behaviour, suffer ill health and die young. published on: 1 September 2017 New Innovation Fund for Region鈥檚 Creative, Digital and IT Businesses Creative Fuse North East is looking for bright sparks to come up with exciting new ideas for its Innovation Pilot and Innovation Development Award scheme. published on: 1 September 2017 Day of reckoning for marine invaders Volunteers are being asked to help track an alien invasion taking place around the UK鈥檚 coastline. published on: 1 September 2017 缅北禁地 Lecturer named National Teaching Fellow Dr Lindsay Marshall, a Senior Lecturer in Computing at 缅北禁地, has received the top accolade in the country for teaching in higher education. published on: 31 August 2017 The inside story of a King in 缅北禁地 The inside story of Martin Luther King Jr.鈥檚 visit to 缅北禁地 in 1967 to accept an honorary degree is being told for the first time in a special exhibition. published on: 30 August 2017 Top academic will lead research into energy networks Professor Phil Taylor has been named as one of the three Supergen Leaders selected to prepare research hub bids. published on: 24 August 2017 Fortifying Hadrian鈥檚 Wall for the future Experts from 缅北禁地 hope to be able to save parts of Hadrian鈥檚 Wall that are currently at risk thanks to a 拢1.3m grant from the National Lottery. published on: 22 August 2017 In search of Edwards鈥� Pheasant Genuinely extinct or just not worth looking for? Scientists set out to discover just how endangered certain species are. published on: 18 August 2017 Five million want more work and better jobs in UK鈥檚 biggest cities Over five million people are missing out because of a 鈥榤ore and better jobs gap鈥� a new report by 缅北禁地's Centre for Urban and Regional Development(CURDS) shows. published on: 16 August 2017 Extra 71,000 care home places needed in eight years, study warns An extra 71,000 care home places will be needed in England in just eight years to cope with rising numbers of older people unable to live independently, new research has revealed. published on: 15 August 2017 Comment: 鈥楤reksit鈥� or 鈥榖regzit鈥�? The question that divides a nation Writing for The Conversation, Dr Damien Hall discusses the effect of linguistic differences when forming impressions of others. published on: 14 August 2017 缅北禁地 Master of Fine Art Show 2017 A dynamic range of work, including painting, sculpture, video and light installations, photography, print and sound will be on display in the Fine Art Department from 19 August to 2 September. published on: 11 August 2017 Comment:Glen Campbell's impact on American music Writing for The Conversation, Dr Adam Behr looks at how Glen Campbell combined rural grit and urban sheen to straddle American music like a Rhinestone Cowboy. published on: 10 August 2017 Underwater noise pollution stresses and confuses fish Increased noise pollution in the oceans is confusing fish and compromising their ability to recognise and avoid predators. published on: 10 August 2017 Hatton Gallery to reopen with Pioneers of Pop exhibition The Hatton Gallery at 缅北禁地 will re-open on 7 October 2017 with a ground-breaking exhibition that will firmly 鈥� and correctly - position 缅北禁地 as the birthplace of Pop Art. published on: 9 August 2017 New resources bring Dr King鈥檚 legacy to life for schoolchildren A set of teaching resources inspired by Dr Martin Luther King Jr. has been created to help young people today think about the issues of racism, poverty and war. published on: 9 August 2017 Lufton Villa excavations reveal new details about famous fish mosaic A two week excavation of a Roman villa by a team of 缅北禁地 students has uncovered new details about its famous octagonal fish mosaic. published on: 9 August 2017 缅北禁地 ranked among UK's best for student satisfaction An independent student survey has firmly positioned 缅北禁地 as one of the best universities in the UK for student satisfaction. published on: 9 August 2017 Researchers crack the 鈥楰arakoram anomaly鈥� A summer 鈥榲ortex鈥� of cold air over the Karakoram mountain range is causing the glaciers in the region to grow in spite of global warming, scientists have shown. published on: 7 August 2017 Comment: 70 years of the Edinburgh Festival Writing for The Conversation, Dr Adam Behr discusses what the Edinburgh festival has done for the arts - and economy. published on: 7 August 2017 Importance of health research recognised for NHS Trusts Figures published show how the North East has maintained its leading position in driving health research. published on: 4 August 2017 In search of utopia The enduring appeal of utopia is the focus of a major new series for BBC Four, presented by 缅北禁地鈥檚 Professor Richard Clay. published on: 4 August 2017 Government鈥檚 position on EU nationals: 10 points requiring clarity The Russell Group has today (3 August) published a document containing 10 demands on EU citizens' rights, which it says must be met to ensure higher education is not damaged by Brexit. published on: 3 August 2017 New digital method enhances understanding of changes in DNA鈥檚 makeup Scientists have developed a computational method to detect chemical changes in DNA that highlight cell diversity and may lead to a better understanding of cancer. published on: 3 August 2017 缅北禁地 students design new Kielder nature hide Members of the public can now enjoy watching wildlife from a brand new nature hide at Kielder Water & Forest Park. published on: 2 August 2017 缅北禁地 celebrates Top 10 national ranking for sport Another Top 10 BUCS ranking has cemented 缅北禁地 as one of the best universities for sport in the UK. published on: 1 August 2017 Paediatric oncologist appointed Sir Bobby Robson Clinical Fellow New specialist research roles, funded through the Sir Bobby Robson Foundation, are helping find more effective treatments for children鈥檚 cancer in the North East. published on: 26 July 2017 Third generation medic graduates from 缅北禁地 A love of medicine runs through the veins of Louisa Murray鈥檚 family as she becomes the third generation of doctors to qualify at 缅北禁地. published on: 26 July 2017 缅北禁地 students return to Roman villa for new excavation An octagonal bath and fish mosaic are under the spotlight as new archaeological investigations into a fourth century Roman Villa get underway in Lufton, Somerset. published on: 21 July 2017 Unofficial website using the 缅北禁地 brand Response and advice regarding the unofficial website that is fraudulently using the 缅北禁地 brand. published on: 21 July 2017 Ensuring young scientists enter nutrition research Review urges action to ensure young scientists enter nutrition research published on: 21 July 2017 Scientists and patient volunteers reunite after 12 years for new study Patients who took part in research into bowel health more than a decade ago have reunited for a follow-up study to help experts gain a better understanding into the risks of bowel cancer. published on: 20 July 2017 Turnaround Towns Changing fortunes of North Shields in the spotlight. published on: 20 July 2017 Twin sisters graduate with top degrees It is double delight for twins Diana and Steph Luke as they both graduate from 缅北禁地 with top degrees. published on: 18 July 2017 Online tools help cut drinking in former soldiers UK Armed Forces personnel moving back into civilian life and having difficulties with alcohol could be helped by the use of online tools, a new study has revealed. published on: 18 July 2017 Comment: A mud volcano has been erupting for ten years Writing for The Conversation, Professor Richard Davies discusses the Lusi volcano in Indonesia, which has been erupting for 10 years 鈥� and scientists are still undecided what caused it. published on: 18 July 2017 Comment: Why upward social mobility means some people move downwards Writing for The Conversation, Professor Geoff Payne discusses the relationship between upward and downward social mobility. published on: 18 July 2017 Temporary closure of campus Prayer Space Information about the temporary closure of the campus Prayer Space. published on: 17 July 2017 A prescription of activities shown to improve health and well-being Gyms, walking groups, gardening, cooking clubs and volunteering have all been shown to work in improving the health and well-being reported by a group of people with long-term conditions. published on: 17 July 2017 Millions awarded for Global Health Research into dementia Experts in ageing have been awarded 拢2 million from the Department of Health to focus on dementia care and prevention on a global scale. published on: 14 July 2017 Achievements of leading figures celebrated with honorary degrees A best-selling children鈥檚 author, the former Vice-Chancellor of 缅北禁地, a pioneering entomologist and an influential computer scientist are to receive honorary degrees this week. published on: 14 July 2017 President of ACM awarded honorary degree World-leading computer scientist Professor Vicki Hanson has been awarded an honorary degree from 缅北禁地. published on: 14 July 2017 Experts call for a ban on children rugby tackling In light of the Lions' recent rugby success, 缅北禁地 experts warn steps need to be taken to ensure children鈥檚 safety when they play the sport. published on: 13 July 2017 Gerontologist receives national recognition Leading 缅北禁地 researcher, Professor Thomas von Zglinicki, has received Britain鈥檚 highest award for services to gerontology. published on: 12 July 2017 Drug delivery project receives business boost A start-up drug delivery project at 缅北禁地 has been given a boost to help turn the idea into a business. published on: 11 July 2017 Chi Onwurah MP pledges support to international students in 缅北禁地 Chi Onwurah MP joined the #WeAreInternational campaign Parliamentary reception to highlight the economic, social and cultural benefits that international students bring to UK towns and cities. published on: 11 July 2017 Graduates share their memories of Martin Luther King in 缅北禁地 Former students of 缅北禁地 who were present when Dr Martin Luther King Jr. visited the city in 1967 to accept an honorary degree have shared their memories of that momentous day. published on: 11 July 2017 Centre of excellence in railway research Universities and industry unite in 拢92 million UK railway research partnership. published on: 10 July 2017 Class of 1957 reunite for diamond occasion Sixty years after graduating, 13 medical students have reunited at the University. published on: 7 July 2017 A new era of agricultural research at 缅北禁地 Two national centres of excellence have opened at 缅北禁地鈥檚 Cockle Park farm, heralding a new era of agricultural research at 缅北禁地. published on: 7 July 2017 缅北禁地 Fine Art student wins top graduate art prize Joy Labinjo has won the 拢20,000 Woon Prize and will now take up a 12-month fellowship in the Woon Tai Jee studio at BALTIC 39 in 缅北禁地. published on: 5 July 2017 Royal success for 缅北禁地 rowers 缅北禁地鈥檚 men鈥檚 coxed four won the Henley Royal Regatta and set a new record in the final. published on: 5 July 2017 缅北禁地 Professor named Chief Scientific Adviser on marine policy 缅北禁地鈥檚 Professor of Marine Governance has been named the Government鈥檚 new Chief Scientific Adviser for the Marine Management Organisation (MMO). published on: 4 July 2017 Showcase of flood research on anniversary of Thunder Thursday 缅北禁地 researchers are set to showcase their latest work on reducing the impact of flooding exactly five years on from the flash floods that hit the city. published on: 3 July 2017 Eliminating harmful bacteria from oil reservoirs Better bacteria-busting techniques could make oil extraction greener and cheaper. published on: 3 July 2017 Can satellites be used as an early warning system for landslides? Researchers are working hard to use satellite data to accurately map the movement of the earth before a landslide in a bid to develop a life-saving early warning system. published on: 3 July 2017 缅北禁地 Fine Art student wins young sculptor award Peter Hanmer has scooped the 2017 Gillian Dickinson North East Young Sculptor of the Year Award and a 拢6,500 commission published on: 30 June 2017 拢10m research mission to the Arctic 缅北禁地 researcher part of a UK mission to explore the Changing Arctic Ocean. published on: 30 June 2017 Parliamentary Decline? Don鈥檛 bet on it. Senior politics lecturer Dr Alistair Clark, gives his expert opinion on why parliamentary politics is more important than ever. published on: 29 June 2017 Comment: Fracking guidelines Writing for The Conversation, Professor Richard Davies discusses how research can drive guidelines, but argues it makes no sense to talk of fracking being entirely 鈥渟afe鈥�. published on: 28 June 2017 Leading the way in deep-sea engineering Northern Powerhouse Minister visits 缅北禁地鈥檚 world-leading National Centre for Subsea and Offshore Engineering. published on: 28 June 2017 Scientists awarded 拢5m for cancer research A group of scientists in 缅北禁地 have been awarded 拢5 million from Cancer Research UK to extend their groundbreaking cancer research. published on: 27 June 2017 Acclaimed artists Jane and Louise Wilson join 缅北禁地 Leading contemporary artists Jane and Louise Wilson have been appointed to 缅北禁地鈥檚 pioneering Fine Art Department. published on: 23 June 2017 Challenging tradition Researchers urge agricultural industry to challenge barriers to women farmers published on: 23 June 2017 缅北禁地 and Seven Stories partnership wins THELMA award 缅北禁地 picked up the Knowledge Exchange / Transfer Initiative of the Year trophy last night at this year鈥檚 THE Leadership and Management Awards. published on: 23 June 2017 Comment: Is Glastonbury running out of headliners Writing for The Conversation, Dr Adam Behr discusses issues facing the live music scene and how they affect festivals like Glastonbury. published on: 22 June 2017 Creative Fusion at the heart of the North East economy The North East鈥檚 creative, digital and IT (CDIT) sector is growing and sustaining the crucial development of technology-based networks in the region, a new survey has revealed. published on: 22 June 2017 Dr Martin Farr's view on the Queen's Speech Dr Martin Farr, Senior Lecturer in Modern and Contemporary British history, provides expert analysis. published on: 22 June 2017 缅北禁地 ranked one of the best in the UK for teaching and learning 缅北禁地 has been given the highest rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework published on: 22 June 2017 Alzheimer鈥檚 Society gives 拢1.7m to dementia research Alzheimer鈥檚 Society has announced today that it has committed almost 拢1.7m to 缅北禁地, as part of its biggest single investment in dementia care research. published on: 20 June 2017 Comment: Duterte risks losing support if he gets too close to Trump Writing for The Conversation, Maddy Thompson suggests president of the Philippines, Rodrigo Duterte, could alienate his supporters if he abandons his anti-American stance. published on: 19 June 2017 Measuring the magnetic fields on the hottest planets in the galaxy It is now possible to measure the magnetic field strengths of the hottest planets in the galaxy, new research has shown. published on: 19 June 2017 New campaign to protect children from exposure to secondhand smoke New figures suggest at least one in 10 North East children are still being exposed to toxic secondhand smoke in the home as a hard-hitting new campaign launches today. published on: 19 June 2017 缅北禁地 staff recognised in Queen鈥檚 Birthday Honours An emeritus professor, an innovation leader and the former Executive Director of Human Resources at 缅北禁地 have been named in the 2017 Birthday Honours List. published on: 17 June 2017 Comment: Satellite sends quantum-spooky signals to Earth Writing for The Conversation, Dr Clive Emary discusses how the the world鈥檚 first quantum-enabled satellite paves the way for truly secure global communications. published on: 16 June 2017 Women take science to the streets Female scientists from 缅北禁地 will be teaming up with Soapbox Science to transform 缅北禁地 city centre into a hub for science and discovery tomorrow. published on: 16 June 2017 Royalty hear of rural renaissance Remote countryside towns and villages can breathe new life into their communities, a 缅北禁地 expert will tell a Royal symposium in Amsterdam today (15 June). published on: 15 June 2017 Inspiring the chemists of the future Twenty teams of budding chemists from schools across the North-East took part in the Salter鈥檚 Festival of Chemistry at 缅北禁地 this week. published on: 15 June 2017 Design for Life The next generation of architects are showcasing their designs at the 缅北禁地 Architecture Degree Show. published on: 15 June 2017 Comment: Togetherness is more important Writing for The Conversation, as the anniversary of Jo Cox's murder is marked across the country, Dr Helen Jarvis asks whether annual get togethers can promote more co-operative ways of living. published on: 15 June 2017 The importance of time and space in brain development and disease Exactly when and where individual neurons develop is as important to our understanding of brain diseases as the underlying genetics, experts have shown. published on: 14 June 2017 Scientists reverse mechanism of fatty liver disease Researchers have identified the mechanism which causes a build-up of fat in the liver in a disease affecting one in five in the UK 鈥� and were able to reverse it in a mouse model. published on: 13 June 2017 Millions invested in cancer research More than 拢7m of private donations to 缅北禁地 has been used to fund research into life-threatening cancers. published on: 13 June 2017 Leading by example 缅北禁地 staff join students for a street clean up as part of a new initiative to help improve relations between residents and students in Jesmond. published on: 13 June 2017 Few winners in a night of high drama Dr Alistair Clark gives his view on the result of the 2017 general election published on: 9 June 2017 General Election 2017: Comment and analysis Our experts give their views on the result of the general election published on: 9 June 2017 New international guidelines to identify dementia with Lewy bodies 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. published on: 8 June 2017 Childhood research project set up 70 years ago is still going strong They have been part of one of the longest ever studies into health, and now the 鈥楻ed Spot鈥� babies are marking their 70th birthdays. published on: 6 June 2017 Bridging the gap between students and residents in Jesmond 缅北禁地 is leading a new initiative to help improve relations between residents and students in Jesmond. published on: 6 June 2017 Comment: Unreliable food supplies may lead to obesity Writing for The Conversation, Dr Clare Andrews discusses why unreliable food supplies, rather than too much food, may lead to obesity. published on: 5 June 2017 Comment: Is Theresa May an unlucky gambler, or just a bad one? Writing for The Conversation, Dr Martin Farr highlights the arguments in defence and against televised debates. published on: 2 June 2017 拢58m 鈥榖uilding of the future鈥� to be wrapped in a web of data A 鈥榩ortrait鈥� of every link and data point that makes up 缅北禁地鈥檚 website will emblazon the outside of the new Urban Sciences Building being built on Science Central. published on: 2 June 2017 Celebrating the next generation of artists Work by some of the country鈥檚 most talented young artists goes on display this week as the 缅北禁地 Fine Art degree show gets underway. published on: 1 June 2017 Rare children鈥檚 book collection donated to 缅北禁地 Brian Wouldhave Alderson is donating his extraordinary collection of children's books to 缅北禁地 and Seven Stories: The National Centre for Children鈥檚 Books. published on: 1 June 2017 Volunteer network to blitz shores around the UK this summer A series of special events next month will see members of the public join together in building a more accurate picture of the diversity of marine life around the UK鈥檚 coastline. published on: 30 May 2017 Comment: Why British politicians keep swearing on the campaign trail Writing for The Conversation, Dr Damien Hall discusses why politicians are using unparliamentary language during the general election campaign. published on: 30 May 2017 Solving the puzzle of when the first humans arrived in the Americas A 缅北禁地 expert is leading a new study which aims to resolve a longstanding debate about how and when people first came to the Americas. published on: 27 May 2017 Comment: UK-US intelligence-sharing relationship Writing for The Conversation, Colin Murray discusses what the Manchester attack leaks mean for the UK-US intelligence-sharing relationship. published on: 26 May 2017 Comment: Sgt Pepper鈥檚 at 50 Dr Adam Behr is among The Conversation panel of experts providing their perspectives on The Beatles鈥� Sgt Pepper鈥檚 Lonely Hearts Club Band, which turns 50 on June 1. published on: 25 May 2017 Rates of suicide 鈥渨orrying鈥� among people with autism, say experts Suicide rates among people with autism in England have reached 鈥渨orryingly鈥� high levels, according to experts writing in the Lancet Psychiatry. published on: 25 May 2017 Fighting forgery with paper fingerprints Fingerprinting official documents could provide a cost-effective way to prevent forgery, new research shows. published on: 25 May 2017 Comment: Virtual reality could transform porn, but there are dangers Writing for The Conversation, Matt Wood discusses the 缅北禁地 study which asked people to imagine how virtual reality could change pornography. published on: 23 May 2017 Flooding - who pays? Public invited to take part in a major debate about the true 鈥榗ost鈥� of flooding. published on: 23 May 2017 New insight into life-threatening childhood brain cancer The most common type of malignant childhood brain cancer has been identified as seven separate conditions each needing a different treatment, new research has revealed. published on: 22 May 2017 Key appointment strengthens senior team at 缅北禁地 缅北禁地 has appointed internationally renowned Endocrinologist, Professor Brian Walker, as its new Pro-Vice-Chancellor for Research Strategy and Resources, a post he will take up in September. published on: 19 May 2017 Comment: Alien Covenant falls short of the original's feminism Writing for The Conversation, Dr Sadek Kessous discusses the ways that the new Alien: Covenant film falls short of the original's trailblazing feminism. published on: 19 May 2017 New head of Pharmacy appointed Professor Andrew Husband has been appointed as the Head of the newly-created School of Pharmacy at 缅北禁地, which will take in the first students this September. published on: 19 May 2017 The 鈥榬eality鈥� of virtual reality pornography How the latest digital technology could blur the line between reality and fantasy, pushing the dangers of porn to a whole new level. published on: 19 May 2017 Last chance to have your say about live music Time is running out for audiences, musicians, venues and promoters to have a say about live music, as researchers try to build the most accurate picture possible of live music in the UK. published on: 17 May 2017 A new show explores the interplay of global and local in our cities The Assignment takes you on a journey into your city, where you will uncover stories from just around the corner and from the other side of the world. published on: 15 May 2017 "Too much TV is bad for a child鈥� 鈥� a familiar cry but how true is it? A new study suggests that most five-year-olds can watch up to three hours of television a day with few ill effects on their language skills by the time they leave primary school published on: 15 May 2017 Research facility will advance treatment of Type 1 diabetes Patients with Type 1 diabetes will benefit from a unique 缅北禁地 research facility aimed at significantly advancing treatment for those with the condition. published on: 11 May 2017 University partnerships recognised for excellence 缅北禁地 has won Business/Industry Collaboration of the Year at the Educate North awards for its innovative partnership with Northumbrian Water. published on: 10 May 2017 Top scientists recognised with Fellowship Two distinguished researchers from 缅北禁地 have joined world-leading scientists elected to the prestigious Fellowship of the Academy of Medical Sciences. published on: 8 May 2017 Reasons for eczema susceptibility uncovered Scientists have uncovered evidence that a deficiency in the skin鈥檚 barrier is key to triggering eczema. published on: 4 May 2017 Hand that sees offers new hope to amputees A new generation of prosthetic limbs which will allow the wearer to reach for objects automatically, without thinking 鈥� just like a real hand 鈥� are to be trialled for the first time. published on: 3 May 2017 The not-so beautiful game 鈥� how liable are football clubs for abuse? The football world has recently been rocked by a string of allegations of sexual abuse. published on: 3 May 2017 缅北禁地 academics bring Nashe鈥檚 鈥楾errors of the Night鈥� to the Globe A rare performance of work by one of Elizabethan literature鈥檚 most celebrated writers will be taking place at the Globe Theatre next month. published on: 3 May 2017 Comment: What immigrants in Britain think of immigration Writing for The Conversation, Professor John Wildman, Dr Nils Braakmann and Dr Muhammad Waqas look at the position of immigrants on further immigration. published on: 3 May 2017 Brexit鈥檚 Great Repeal Bill will axe the right to health, warn experts Brexit鈥檚 Great Repeal Bill will axe the right to health, warn experts in The BMJ today. published on: 2 May 2017 缅北禁地 rises up league table 缅北禁地 has risen for the second consecutive year in The Complete University Guide League table. published on: 26 April 2017 What鈥檚 coming next? Scientists identify how the brain predicts speech An international collaboration of neuroscientists has shed light on how the brain helps us to predict what is coming next in speech. published on: 25 April 2017 缅北禁地 appoints new Business School Director 缅北禁地 has appointed Professor Sharon Mavin as the new director of its Business School. published on: 25 April 2017 Stimulating your brain can help you stay mentally healthy in older age Stimulating the brain by taking on leadership roles at work or staying on in education help people stay mentally healthy in later life, according to new research. published on: 21 April 2017 Top contemporary poets line up for festival Exciting collaborations between poets and performers will be music to the ears of visitors to the third 缅北禁地 Poetry Festival. published on: 20 April 2017 Northern Accelerator aims to create new innovation business eco-system 缅北禁地 and Durham universities have joined forces in an exciting new project aimed at creating 15 successful high technology spin-out companies over the next three years. published on: 19 April 2017 N8 university equipment database to help boost research and industry A huge efficiency drive among eight of the North鈥檚 top universities has resulted in a list of key research assets with the potential to save each university significant sums of money. published on: 18 April 2017 Sowing the seeds of a new approach to rural policy post-Brexit Policymakers must look beyond agriculture if the rural economy is to contribute fully to the future of post-Brexit Britain, say experts at 缅北禁地. published on: 18 April 2017 Comment: How economics 101 could have prevented United鈥檚 PR nightmare Writing for The Conversation, Dr Volodymyr Bilotkach discusses how United Airlines could have prevented the overbooking incident. published on: 12 April 2017 Communities can fill the gaps on flooding Flood-hit communities are the best placed to collect information about flash flooding which might otherwise be underestimated or missed altogether, scientists at 缅北禁地 say. published on: 12 April 2017 Antarctic penguin colony repeatedly decimated by volcanic eruptions One of the largest colonies of gentoo penguins in Antarctica was decimated by volcanic eruptions several times during the last 7,000 years according to a new study. published on: 11 April 2017 Learning and Teaching Centre gets green light on Science Central Plans for a new 拢34 million Learning and Teaching Centre on 缅北禁地 Science Central have been approved. published on: 11 April 2017 How criminals can steal your PIN by tracking the motion of your phone Hackers are able to decipher PINs and passwords just from the way we tilt our phone when we are typing in the information. published on: 11 April 2017 From heart failure to health: Pump shown to restore organ to fitness A study has shown that nearly 40% of severe heart failure patients initially fitted with a mechanical heart which was later removed go on to fully recover. published on: 10 April 2017 缅北禁地 launches new 鈥淩etirement Living Explained鈥� guide A groundbreaking new document which gives a fresh perspective on how retirement living is defined and the benefits it brings people and communities has been launched. published on: 7 April 2017 Ovarian cancer patients get access to life-extending drug Cancer patients in America are now receiving a life-extending drug developed by scientists at 缅北禁地. published on: 7 April 2017 缅北禁地 graduate success at Radio Two Folk Awards The achievements of Folk and Traditional Music alumni have been recognised at the prestigious BBC Radio Two Folk Awards 2017. published on: 7 April 2017 Room pods starting to arrive at Park View Student Village The first building modules of 缅北禁地鈥檚 largest student accommodation are starting to arrive at Park View Student Village. published on: 6 April 2017 New Director of the National School for Public Health Research Professor Ashley Adamson has been named the new director of a 拢20.5m collaboration set up to tackle the big health challenges of the future. published on: 5 April 2017 New study reveals huge contribution of carers of terminally ill A new study has revealed that family carers of people with cancer are providing support beyond the safe working hours recommended to preserve their health and wellbeing. published on: 3 April 2017 Industry recognition for employability and enterprise at University 缅北禁地 has won the award for 鈥楤est university employability strategy鈥� at this year鈥檚 TARGETjobs National Graduate Recruitment Awards. published on: 3 April 2017 缅北禁地 recognised as a national leader in cyber research 缅北禁地 has reaffirmed its position as one of the UK鈥檚 leading centres for cyber security research after being named a Centre of Excellence by Government. published on: 3 April 2017 Indonesian students in the UK raise money for orphans in Java Despite being over 11,000 km away, six 缅北禁地 students have managed to raise money for an orphanage in Indonesia through their social enterprise, CLR19bakes. published on: 31 March 2017 New treatment for antibiotic resistant bacteria and infectious disease A new treatment for antibiotic resistant bacteria and infectious disease has been identified by scientists to help patients with a debilitating lung condition. published on: 31 March 2017 Shaping the future of health innovation Future advances in healthcare will be aided by a new 拢10 million facility - the National Institute for Health Research Innovation Observatory based at 缅北禁地. published on: 31 March 2017 Student volunteers help region鈥檚 refugees Students at 缅北禁地 Students鈥� Union have been helping refugees to integrate with the local community through two support projects. published on: 30 March 2017 Response to Article 50 Professor Tony Stevenson, Deputy Vice-Chancellor, responds to Article 50. published on: 29 March 2017 Graduates brew afternoon tea with a twist A twist in the way one traditionally drinks afternoon tea is about to be promoted to the British public by innovative drinks brand NOVELTEA, launched by 缅北禁地 graduates. published on: 29 March 2017 New insight into superfluids reveals a storm at the surface Mathematicians have shown for the first time that superfluid Helium has a boundary layer that 鈥榮ticks鈥� to surfaces in the same way as an ordinary fluid. published on: 28 March 2017 Metro-mayors 鈥� Will they really make a difference? Metro-mayors have been championed as a way to give a new lease of life to local and regional growth and politics. published on: 27 March 2017 Academics call for Parliament to tackle the privatisation of NHS A bill to prevent the privatisation of NHS services and to reinstate the NHS in England, supported and written by 缅北禁地 academics, is scheduled to be debated today. published on: 24 March 2017 缅北禁地 ranked top 10 in the UK for student experience 缅北禁地 is ranked in the top 10 for student experience in the UK for the third year in a row, according to latest survey results. published on: 23 March 2017 Scientists identify a new way gut bacteria break down complex sugars New light has been shed on the functioning of human gut bacteria which could help to develop medicines in the future to improve health and wellbeing. published on: 22 March 2017 Green technologies key to mineral resources Better incentives to recycle metals could help combat global mineral depletion, says new study. published on: 21 March 2017 Comment: First Brexit play tries to break the bubble but disappoints Writing for The Conversation, Professor Mark O'Thomas reviews Carol Ann Duffy鈥檚 new verbatim drama, My Country. published on: 21 March 2017 缅北禁地 residents invited to give their views on city鈥檚 parks The future of 缅北禁地鈥檚 parks and allotments is up for discussion, and researchers at 缅北禁地 are making it easier for people to give their views and opinions. published on: 21 March 2017 Comment: Chuck Berry - founder of a genre Writing for The Conversation, Dr Adam Behr explains why Chuck Berry is one of the only musicians with a genuine claim to be the founder of a genre. published on: 20 March 2017 Artists leave their mark Its home might be a little-known space tucked away up the stairs in Fine Art, but printmaking is about to start making some noise. published on: 20 March 2017 缅北禁地 and 缅北禁地 Falcons launch new partnership 缅北禁地 has become an official partner to the region's only Premiership rugby club, 缅北禁地 Falcons. published on: 17 March 2017 Green beer highlights the science behind the brew Scientists at 缅北禁地 have found a way to accelerate the production of phycocyanin 鈥� a natural blue food colouring - by exposing algae to a very narrow wavelength of light. published on: 17 March 2017 缅北禁地 awarded world's first mitochondrial licence 缅北禁地 has been granted the first licence to offer a fertility treatment to mothers affected by mitochondrial disease. published on: 16 March 2017 Comment: Islamophobia puts young Muslims off politics Writing for The Conversation, Professor Peter Hopkins and Dr Robin Finlay discuss how prejudice and Islamophobia may be stopping Muslim youths from participating in politics. published on: 16 March 2017 Islamophobia stops young Muslims playing bigger role in politics 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. published on: 15 March 2017 A creative approach to waste A new art installation on 缅北禁地鈥檚 campus takes rubbish and puts it centre stage. published on: 14 March 2017 Breeding crops with pollinator-friendly traits Plant breeding could be used to create crop varieties that benefit both bees for pollination and crop production. published on: 14 March 2017 Physical activity levels tail off in boys and girls from age seven Physical activity levels may start tailing off as early as seven-years-old, rather than during adolescence as is widely believed, new research reveals. published on: 14 March 2017 Young 缅北禁地 artist is a 'rising star' Fine art student Ellie Prime has been named a Royal Society of British Artist 鈥榬ising star鈥�. published on: 13 March 2017 Artist and academic gives performance for memorial lecture Chants, poetry and photography will form the basis of the second Vanessa Knights Memorial Lecture, at 缅北禁地. published on: 10 March 2017 Could a new generation of corals save reefs from extinction? Scientists at 缅北禁地 aim to find out whether a new generation of corals could be bred to halt the decline of coral reefs due to climate change. published on: 10 March 2017 Comment: The UK's rich musical heritage is under threat Writing for The Conversation, Dr Adam Behr explains why the UK's live music scene is under pressure. published on: 8 March 2017 Science and Engineering Excellence 缅北禁地鈥檚 rising stars selected to showcase their research in Parliament. published on: 8 March 2017 Celebrating Women in Law Influential black, Asian and minority ethnic women who have made a significant contribution to society through their work in, and using, the law will speak about their experiences at an event. published on: 8 March 2017 缅北禁地 peaks in global subject ranking 缅北禁地 is ranked among the world's elite institutions in a range of popular subject areas, according to an influential ranking. published on: 8 March 2017 Groundbreaking report sets a benchmark for pig welfare Pig welfare on farms across the UK has shown progressive improvement over the past three years, a new study led by 缅北禁地 has shown. published on: 6 March 2017 Budget tax rise threatens gigs, experts say as music census begins Increasing tax paid by music venues could pose a major threat to the UK's live music scene, experts have warned. published on: 6 March 2017 Celebrated poet joins 缅北禁地 缅北禁地 can now boast not one, but three TS Eliot Prize winners on its staff. published on: 3 March 2017 Funding awarded for cities and infrastructure research 缅北禁地 is being given funding to develop innovative solutions to ensure the long-term resilience of the UK鈥檚 urban infrastructure. published on: 2 March 2017 Comment: Why science fiction set in the near future is so terrifying Writing for The Conversation, Dr Amy Chambers explains why we find near future science fiction so disturbing published on: 2 March 2017 Space, solar panels ... and seat dividers The public put forward their ideas for the Metrocars of the future. published on: 2 March 2017 Mistaken for Being Muslim Islamophobia is a serious problem for Muslims 鈥� and new research highlights it is also an issue for people of other ethnicities and religions. published on: 2 March 2017 It鈥檚 time for tea 鈥� Civil War style Afternoon tea with cakes which have not been baked for over 300 years are on the menu at 缅北禁地. published on: 28 February 2017 New report reveals economic impact of 缅北禁地 An independent assessment of 缅北禁地鈥檚 contribution to the city of 缅北禁地 and wider UK shows that the Russell Group institution adds 拢1.1 billion to the economy. published on: 28 February 2017 GP career choice is associated with undergraduate GP exposure Universities urgently need to address the current GP recruitment crisis by giving students more exposure to primary care, new research has revealed. published on: 28 February 2017 Comment: Gerald Kaufman (1930-2017): satire, suicide notes and sequins Writing for The Conversation, Dr Martin Farr remembers Gerald Kaufman, who has died aged 86. published on: 28 February 2017 Comment: Giving dangerous weather a human name makes us more wary Writing for The Conversation, Dr Elizabeth Lewis discusses the history and the research behind naming storms. published on: 24 February 2017 Smart traffic scheme given the green light 缅北禁地 leading the way on use of digital technology to tackle congestion. published on: 23 February 2017 Ranked among the best for international student satisfaction More than nine out of ten international students are satisfied with their experience at 缅北禁地, according to an influential survey. published on: 21 February 2017 Free Thinking 缅北禁地 experts take part in festival BBC Radio 3鈥檚 Free Thinking festival is returning to the Sage Gateshead next month and 缅北禁地 academics will be playing a key part. published on: 17 February 2017 Scientists reveal the treadmilling motion of dividing bacteria An international team of scientists using the latest imaging techniques have revealed how bacterial division proteins build a partition wall across the cell, one molecule at a time. published on: 16 February 2017 Scheme鈥檚 success at stopping mums-to-be smoking Pregnant women are almost twice as likely to quit smoking if they are supported from their first midwife appointment 鈥� and then are more likely to have heavier, healthier babies. published on: 16 February 2017 Comment: How we discovered pollution-poisoned crustaceans Writing for The Conversation, Dr Alan Jamieson discusses how the study team found animals loaded with organic pollutants in the Mariana Trench. published on: 14 February 2017 Pioneering neurologist receives knighthood A world-leading neurologist who has devoted his career to the treatment and research of mitochondrial disease has received a knighthood for his outstanding work. published on: 14 February 2017 Banned chemicals from the 70s found in deepest reaches of the ocean Crustaceans from the deepest ocean trenches found to contain ten times the level of industrial pollution than the average earthworm, scientists have shown. published on: 13 February 2017 Wolfson Childhood Cancer Research Centre launches cancer run Scores of special guests attended the 拢5 million Wolfson Childhood Cancer Research Centre at 缅北禁地 to launch this year鈥檚 Children鈥檚 Cancer Run. published on: 13 February 2017 New NHS treatment helps children with autism overcome fears The Blue Room, a unique immersive virtual reality which helps children with autism overcome their fears and phobias is being offered on the NHS. published on: 10 February 2017 Developing rapid diagnosis for bacterial infections in children 缅北禁地鈥檚 childhood experts are taking part in a 拢14m international EU funded mission to develop a rapid test to diagnose life-threatening bacterial infections in children. published on: 9 February 2017 Plugging the engineering skills gap Call for more young people to consider a career in engineering as university expert reveals they 鈥渃ould find jobs for twice as many graduates鈥� as are currently applying. published on: 8 February 2017 Open source, open data, Open Lab Open source sensors developed at 缅北禁地's Open Lab are behind the largest study of physical activity ever conducted. published on: 6 February 2017 Wired for sound: Enraging noises caused by brain connection overdrive While many of us may find the sounds of chewing or breathing off-putting, for some they鈥檙e unbearable - and new research has shown their brains are going into overdrive. published on: 3 February 2017 Energy bills: Can we be smarter? 缅北禁地's Professor Phil Taylor explains to millions how smart meters can help us change the way we use energy. published on: 2 February 2017 Arctic Ocean is focus of new research programme 缅北禁地 is among the institutions looking at the impact of climate change on the Arctic Ocean as part of a major new research programme. published on: 1 February 2017 Countdown begins to opening of region鈥檚 拢60m 鈥榖uilding of the future鈥� The countdown has begun to the official opening of 缅北禁地鈥檚 Urban Sciences Building which is due to be completed August 2017. published on: 1 February 2017 Comment: The Geneva Convention for beginners and world leaders Writing for The Conversation, Professor Rhona Smith explains the guiding principles of the Geneva Convention. published on: 31 January 2017 Comment: Fighting inequality and poverty requires a more humane view Writing for The Conversation, Dr Richard Dodgson says a strong and accountable government is needed to ensure that education, health and hi-tech infrastructure are available to all. published on: 31 January 2017 Comment: Thatcher's sternest critic Writing for The Conversation, Dr Martin Farr looks back at the career of Labour MP Tam Dalyell, who died recently. published on: 27 January 2017 Comment: Making tomatoes taste of something again Writing for The Conversation, a team from the School of Biology discuss how taste could be bred back into tomatoes. published on: 27 January 2017 Scottish Government could transform energy sector say experts A 缅北禁地 academic is among industry experts urging the Scottish Government to transform the country鈥檚 energy sector. published on: 25 January 2017 Comment: Five common myths about the ageing brain and body Writing for The Conversation, Dr Blossom Stephan and Dr Hannah Keage look at the changes and processes that occur in our body as we age. published on: 24 January 2017 Seeing the whole picture An unique whole systems research, development and demonstration facility is set to become a cornerstone of energy innovation in the North East. published on: 23 January 2017 Top Microbiologist recognised on the Pathologist Power List A 缅北禁地 microbiologist has been named as a leader in her field on the Pathologists 鈥楶ower list鈥� for 2016. published on: 23 January 2017 Targeted therapy for sleep disorders helps MD patients Patients with muscular dystrophy should be classified into three sleep disturbance types to better target therapies, 缅北禁地 researchers have found. published on: 22 January 2017 Bacteria find a chink in the body鈥檚 armour Scientists have discovered a new type of bacterial enzyme that can 鈥榖lunt鈥� the body鈥檚 key weapons in its fight against infection. published on: 20 January 2017 Trump inauguration: Expert comment and analysis Our experts give their views on Trump's inauguration published on: 20 January 2017 Driving the grid One of UK鈥檚 first 鈥榲ehicle-to-grid鈥� chargers installed at 缅北禁地. published on: 18 January 2017 Third time lucky for 缅北禁地 poet Jacob Polley has won the聽2016聽TS Eliot Prize for poetry, joining a prestigious line up which includes Ted Hughes, Seamus Heaney and Carol Ann Duffy. published on: 17 January 2017 MiLAN Collective Film Festival celebrates love and human relationships An exploration of the role of love in health and mental wellbeing is being explored during a week-long film festival. published on: 16 January 2017 Year-long commemoration of Martin Luther King Jr. starts A year-long programme to mark the 50th anniversary of Dr King receiving an honorary degree from 缅北禁地 gets underway today, Martin Luther King Day in the US. published on: 16 January 2017 鈥楶edal bin machine鈥� of gut bacteria revealed 缅北禁地 researchers shed new light on the functioning of human gut bacteria, revealing how nutrients are transported into the bacterial cell. published on: 11 January 2017 World鈥檚 first national live music census to take pulse of UK scene A volunteer army of music lovers is being recruited to take part in the UK鈥檚 first ever live music census. published on: 11 January 2017 The need for a 'new social mobility' Politicians need to reduce social inequality if they want to achieve greater social mobility, according to new research. published on: 10 January 2017 拢35m blood disorder project aims for faster, better patient care A new project involving 缅北禁地 experts aims to create better outcomes for patients with blood disorders. published on: 9 January 2017 New Trustee appointed to Sir Bobby's Foundation Professor Chris Day, 缅北禁地鈥檚 Vice-Chancellor and President, has agreed to join the Sir Bobby Robson Foundation鈥檚 Board of Trustees. published on: 9 January 2017 Study reveals multi-million pound price tag of toothache at A&E A new study reveals the cost of dental patients at A&E could be 10 times official government estimates, costing the NHS millions of pounds. published on: 6 January 2017
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