September
News in September 2025
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UK health leaders unite to protect future of medical research
Newcastle University's Vice-Chancellor has joined prominent figures across the UK health sector committing to urgent action to reverse the 'alarming decline' in clinical academic posts.
published on: 30 September 2025
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Autumn season of INSIGHTS public lectures unveiled
The new series of lectures by leading figures gets underway with discussions ranging from the issues facing rural communities to how animals heal themselves.
published on: 29 September 2025
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Sir Terry Farrell 1938 - 2025
A tribute to Sir Terry Farrell, an architecture graduate and long-standing friend and supporter of Newcastle University.
published on: 29 September 2025
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Newcastle University expert receives prestigious PR award
Anne-Marie Lacey has received the Sir Stephen Tallents' Medal, one of the most prestigious honours in public relations.
published on: 26 September 2025
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Climate change is supercharging Europe’s biggest hail
Warming may lead to less frequent but bigger and more devastating hail storms, new research has shown.
published on: 26 September 2025
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Alumnus who survived teenage cancer welcomes multi-million funding
A Newcastle University graduate who survived cancer as a teen and was inspired to become a doctor by those who cared for him, is welcoming a multi-million pound investment from Cancer Research UK.
published on: 26 September 2025
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Treatment found to transform the lives of rare kidney disease patients
Newcastle researchers have revealed the first treatment to target the underlying cause of a rare kidney condition called “C3G” and prevent the disease progressing.
published on: 25 September 2025
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AI Growth Zone taskforce to accelerate jobs, skills and growth
Universities across the region, skills providers and industry leaders are to fast-track planning, investment and site development for the North East’s AI Growth Zone.
published on: 24 September 2025
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Comment: The EU battery carbon footprint rules need urgent attention
Newcastle University and TÜV SÜD have collaborated on a published article in Nature Energy.
published on: 23 September 2025
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Newcastle strengthens Knowledge Exchange Framework performance
Newcastle University has built on its reputation for collaborative research and regional impact in the latest assessment known as the Knowledge Exchange Framework (KEF).
published on: 23 September 2025
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Changes needed to ensure patients benefit from Alzheimer's treatments
Experts have outlined that healthcare, policy, and social changes are needed to make the most of Alzheimer’s treatment breakthroughs.
published on: 22 September 2025
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AI investment to guide global policy with scientific evidence
Newcastle University experts will help deliver a £11.5m AI-driven project to transform global policymaking.
published on: 22 September 2025
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UK children dying through poverty, data shows.
Addressing Poverty Update: UK Children Dying through Poverty is the second updated report to be released as part of the Child of the North’s #ChildrenFirst campaign.
published on: 22 September 2025
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Comment: Trump, Charles and Starmer
Writing for The Conversation, Dr Martin Farr discusses Donald Trump's second state visit to the UK.
published on: 19 September 2025
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Harnessing space to fight toxic algae blooms
Newcastle University scientists are at the forefront of a UK-wide effort to use space technology to predict and monitor harmful blue-green algae blooms in Lough Neagh.
published on: 18 September 2025
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North East set to become AI powerhouse
The University is playing a key role in an AI Growth Zone in the North East which is set to unlock more than 5,000 new jobs and bring in £30 billion in investment as the region becomes a hub for AI.
published on: 16 September 2025
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Prototype which turns wood into a living textile to go on show
A new wooden prototype which reimagines architecture as a living, adaptive organism has been created by Newcastle University researchers.
published on: 16 September 2025
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Newcastle University academic hits the right note with UKRI Fellowship
Dr Oskar Jensen has been awarded £2m funding to research the history of song.
published on: 16 September 2025
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Newcastle leading UK-wide trial to explore antibiotic use in sepsis
Newcastle is leading a UK-wide trial to explore whether a shorter course of antibiotics could safely and effectively treat sepsis.
published on: 15 September 2025
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Comment: Peter Mandelson was always a high risk appointment
Writing for The Conversation, Dr Martin Farr explains why Peter Mandelson's departure is not the end of the matter for Keir Starmer
published on: 12 September 2025
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Uncovering the power of Biodiversity Framework’s ‘Considerations'
Newcastle University research highlights the transformative potential of Biodiversity Framework’s ‘Considerations’.
published on: 12 September 2025
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Comment: Complete honesty might not be the best policy for your CV
Writing for The Conversation, Dr Tom Lane discusses what you should and shouldn't include in your CV.
published on: 10 September 2025
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Why lonely people would prefer a robot over human interaction
Many lonely people would rather deal with a robot than interact with an actual human, according to research co-led by Newcastle University.
published on: 10 September 2025
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Berghaus collaboration develops new legwear technology for women
Newcastle University researchers have worked with clothing and equipment brand Berghaus applying scientific testing and analysis to develop new legwear technology that truly adapts to the female form.
published on: 10 September 2025
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Food supply drives reproductive strategies in sharks, skates and rays
Sharks, skates and rays adapt their growth and reproduction to changing food availability, a new study reveals.
published on: 9 September 2025
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University awarded Athena Swan Gold for gender equality work
Newcastle University has reached a significant milestone in its commitment to gender equality by being awarded the prestigious Athena Swan Gold Award – the top recognition in higher education.
published on: 8 September 2025
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Comment: North Sea oil and gas
Writing for The Conversation, Dr Mark Ireland explains why plans to ‘maximise extraction’ of North Sea oil and gas would soon run into geological limits.
published on: 5 September 2025
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Comment: Put down your phone and engage in boredom
Writing for The Conversation, Mehmet Sebih Oruc discusses how philosophy can help with digital overload.
published on: 5 September 2025
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Newcastle experts selected to help shape REF 2029
Newcastle University experts have been appointed to support the work of the 2029 Research Excellence Framework (REF).
published on: 4 September 2025
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Massive stars in metal-poor environments often have close partners
Massive stars in metal-poor galaxies often have close partners, just like the massive stars in our metal-rich Milky Way.
published on: 2 September 2025
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£22 million to strengthen UK health and life sciences innovation
Newcastle University has been awarded £22M by the National Institute for Health and Care Research to continue research identifying emerging medicines, diagnostics, devices and digital technologies.
published on: 2 September 2025