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Newcastle scientist recognised with L’Oréal-UNESCO Award

Dr Kezia Sasitharan has been awarded a prestigious L'Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science Young Talent award.

Bonding smart, releasing smarter – development of a reversible glue

Newcastle University engineers are at the forefront of adhesive technology that promises to change how we recycle.

Comment: How to keep plant-based foods on the table after Veganuary

Writing for The Conversation, Andrew Walton and Johannes Kniess with Meera Iona Inglis discuss how more public institutions are providing a greater range of plant-based options.

University welcomes new UK report on strengthening spin-outs

Newcastle University welcomes the publication of a new UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) report examining how the UK can better support university spin-out and start-up businesses to thrive and grow.

New season of INSIGHTS public lectures revealed

Fake news, AI and the Hillsborough disaster are amongst the topics under discussion in the Spring season of INSIGHTS public lectures.

New study identifies warning signs for extreme flash flooding

Climate experts have identified an atmospheric configuration that can release huge volumes of water in a matter of minutes.

Hydrogen-powered ground vehicles offer a route to cleaner airports

Hydrogen-powered vehicles used on ground operations could help slash carbon emissions and support airports to reach net-zero targets, new research suggests.

Applications now open for Spärck AI Scholarships

Newcastle University is proud to offer the Spärck AI Scholarships.

Medical and Health is top 85 in Times Higher World Subject Rankings

Medical and Health at Newcastle University has been ranked in the top 85 in the world in a notable league table.

GRASS CEILING selected as a Success Story by European Commission

A project led by Professor Sally Shortall has been selected as a Success Story by the European Commission.

Newcastle University and Unite Students finalise joint venture

Newcastle University and Unite Students, the UK’s largest provider of student accommodation, have finalised the formation of their joint venture to develop new accommodation for 2,009 students.

Newcastle engineer awarded £3m to help tackle climate crisis

Dr Sharon Velasquez Orta has been awarded a Green Futures Fellowship by the Royal Academy of Engineering.

Geoenergy research funding to drive change for a low carbon future

Backed by a significant investment from industry, a new research project will support the UK’s energy transition and drive innovation in low-carbon technologies.

Notable figures honoured by Newcastle University

A leading poet, scientist and the former leader of Newcastle City Council are receiving honours from Newcastle University.

New Professor of Civic Engagement announced

Newcastle University has appointed Richard Brabner as Visiting Professor of Civic Engagement to increase visibility of the University’s work in this area and drive additional impact.

Exposing the hidden carbon cost of potash imports into Brazil

Brazil’s potash imports carry higher carbon footprints than models predict, Newcastle research finds.

University project wins prestigious chemical engineering award

A Newcastle University project exploring low-carbon fuel economy has won a Research Project Award at the 2025 IChemE Global Awards.

Research into zoonotic disease risks requires a One Health approach

A new evidence brief has highlighted that a One Health approach is needed in research into zoonotic disease risks around the world.