November
News in November 2025
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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.
published on: 27 November 2025
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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.
published on: 26 November 2025
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Royal recognition for University’s Dementia work
Newcastle University has won the UK’s highest national honour for universities in recognition of work transforming the understanding, diagnosis and care of people with Dementia with Lewy bodies.
published on: 25 November 2025
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Fossil fuels speed up shifts in Europe’s winter rainfall
New study reveals burning of fossil fuels is accelerating winter rainfall changes in the UK and Europe, almost 25 years sooner than expected.
published on: 24 November 2025
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Antarctic mountains could boost ocean carbon absorption
Research involving scientists from Newcastle University has revealed new hope in natural environmental systems found in Antarctica which could help mitigate the overall rise of carbon dioxide.
published on: 24 November 2025
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New online platform will help shape future of bowel cancer research
World-leading experts have launched an online platform to enable the public to shape the future of bowel cancer research and patient care.
published on: 21 November 2025
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Subjective Atlas presents alternative view of Bosnia and Herzegovina
A new book conceived by Newcastle University academic offers a contemporary view of life for young people in Bosnia and Herzegovina following the war that ravaged the Balkans in the 1990s.
published on: 21 November 2025
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New education centre to provide opportunities for local young people
Young people facing disadvantage from Gateshead and surrounding areas will have an enhanced opportunity to attend higher education, thanks to a new children’s education centre in the town.
published on: 20 November 2025
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Nature recovery requires whole-ecosystem action
With one in six species threatened with extinction in the UK, senior ecologists are calling for an ecosystem approach to halt nature decline.
published on: 18 November 2025
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Newcastle academics give expert advice to Lords Committee
Two Newcastle University academics have made a major contribution to a House of Lords Committee report that found home working could support the Government’s plans to get people back into work.
published on: 17 November 2025
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Pioneering partnership accelerates patient access to neurotechnologies
A new partnership involving Newcastle University will develop comprehensive guidance on the regulation of neurotechnologies to help accelerate access to these cutting-edge devices for UK patients.
published on: 13 November 2025
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Lighting the way to safer, smarter and sustainable roads
A new European research initiative, SAFELUX – The Light We Need, is set to transform how we light our roads at night - improving safety while reducing energy use and environmental impacts.
published on: 13 November 2025
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MPs to watch Covid-19 care home documentary directed by academic
Filmed entirely by care home workers, CARE will be screened to MPs in Westminster at a very special event this month.
published on: 12 November 2025
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Lighting the path for screen talent
North East Screen joins forces with North East Universities Screen Network
published on: 11 November 2025
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Experts contribute to new speech and language guidance for early years
Academics from Newcastle University’s School of Education, Communication and Language Sciences, have helped to develop new Government speech and language guidance for early years settings.
published on: 11 November 2025
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Comment: Why has Sudan descended into mass slaughter?
Writing for The Conversation, Willow Berridge and colleague Justin Willis discuss the roots of the war in Sudan and why it goes far beyond simple ethnic conflict.
published on: 11 November 2025
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Newcastle academic helps pave way for Scottish land reform
Research by a Newcastle University academic has helped bring about a more equal approach to the way land is managed in Scotland.
published on: 11 November 2025
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Newcastle to have key research role for UN academic impact initiative
Newcastle University has been announced as the new Vice-Chair for Research for one of the 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals Hubs by the United Nations Academic Impact (UNAI) initiative.
published on: 10 November 2025
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Sand mining reducing the flow of Southeast Asia’s largest lake
A new study co-led by Newcastle University highlights how sand mining is endangering the normal functioning of the largest freshwater lake in Southeast Asia.
published on: 10 November 2025
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Newcastle scientists contribute to UNESCO glacier loss report
Scientists from Newcastle University have contributed to a major new international report highlighting accelerating decline of glaciers and ice sheets and the consequences for people and the planet.
published on: 10 November 2025
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Comment: How Mamdani’s ‘talent for listening’ spurred him to victory
Writing for The Conversation, Daniel Hutton Ferris discusses how Zohran Mamdani's listening and reflective approach helped him win the New York mayoral election.
published on: 6 November 2025
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Newcastle University experts take part in Festival of Social Sciences
A Newcastle University academic is helping young people understand how everyone experiences food differently.
published on: 5 November 2025