Senior Innovation Associate on Arrow programme, providing innovation support to (mostly) SMEs by making the most of expertise & insight of Profs at @nclbusiness
We're delighted to share that this New Year's Honours list has recognised a number of outstanding Newcastle University colleagues who are honoured for their services to children and young people and medical advances to benefit patients. π
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ALT Three portraits of individuals, featuring a person with curly gray hair and glasses, another with short red hair and a patterned top, and one with blonde hair and glasses, set against various indoor backgrounds.
Research led by Newcastle Uni has unveiled a new scan method highlighting lung function secrets and supporting medics in seeing the effects of treatment on lung function and the functioning of transplanted lungs. π¬β¬
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ALT A healthcare professional stands beside an MRI machine, monitoring a person who is lying down inside the scanner for a medical examination.
Our brilliant professor and glaciation expert Bethan Davies has been awarded the prestigious Richardson Medal by @igsoc for her outstanding work making glaciology more accessible and inclusive. π
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Our on-campus art haven @HattonGallery is preparing to showcase an exhibition of work by 12 contemporary artists exploring the future of ceramics and sustainable clay. π¨
Find out more here. β¬
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ALT Oval ceramic plate featuring a blue and white illustration of a pastoral scene juxtaposed with industrial elements, including factories with smokestacks.
As part of #UKDisabilityHistoryMonth, we chatted with our Wheelchair Basketball Club to find out more about the club and why the team love the sport so passionately! π¨βπ¦½π
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We're thrilled to lead a pioneering new project to help our understanding of black holes! π
The X-MAPS project has received funding from @ERC_Research to support outstanding scientists to establish independent research scientific ideas. β¬
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ALT Artistic depiction of a celestial scene featuring a black hole pulling material from a nearby star, set against a starry background. The colors range from deep blues and blacks near the black hole to vibrant oranges and reds around the star.
π We're celebrating being listed one of the world's top 60 universities for sustainability by @TopUnis
We're also joint 3rd in the world for health and wellbeing impact - recognising our mission to help people around the globe live longer and healthier lives.
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ALT Promotional image for Newcastle University highlighting its ranking in the top 60 of the QS World University Rankings for Sustainability 2025. The photo features a lush campus courtyard with traditional red brick buildings and walking paths.
Yesterday we officially launched the new UNEE partnership at an event hosted by @StephLunch. We outlined our commitment to work with our partners to drive growth in the North East & expand access to higher education.
Find out more π
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πΊ This #WorldTelevisionDay2024 weβre sharing the story of alumna, Dianne Nelmes, who went from @NewcastleSU President to shaping UK television with iconic shows like This Morning, Loose Women, and Stars In Their Eyes.
Read her story π
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ALT Dianne Nelmes holding a BAFTA award, wearing a bright pink top and smiling at the camera.
We're thrilled to be part of a new consortium of partners forming the North East Space Communications Accelerator thanks to funding from @EPSRC, allowing us to continue our world-class space research and innovation over the next four years. π
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Congratulations to PhD student Kirstina Wolf whose thesis on geoinformation science has been named the best in Europe by the EuroSDR Awards 2024 π
Kristina's work looks at how we can use geospatial information to support emergency management during disasters.
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For #WorldDiabetesDay, we're sharing Elizabeth's journey to reversing her Type 2 diabetes. Elizabeth's life has been transformed by Professor Roy Taylor's pioneering research.
Find out more π
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Are you interested in what shapes our city? π
Why not join @FarrellCentre's City Forum? It's a monthly space to explore a range of issues that shape our experience of the city today, so click the link below if you'd like to get involved. β¬
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We're proud to announce we'll be leading the North East England Doctoral Landscape in Biosciences bringing 100 PhD studentships to the region, with funding for at least another 45 PhD students here at Newcastle π π
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ALT Promotional image from Newcastle University announcing funding for over 145 doctoral researchers, featuring a view of a historic university building.
Percy says good luck to everyone joining in with #Movember this month! π¦
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With the US elections next week @fromNCLpodcast have a 2 part special discussing everything from candidates, the role of social media & what the outcome could mean for the future of politics.
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We're proud to be part of the Kingβs Commonwealth Fellowship Programme, which will strengthen education, health and climate resilience in Small Island Developing States.
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Think you've got what it takes to bring Team Newcastle to the top of University Challenge π
@NewcastleSU are looking for students from all subjects & levels to join the team.
π Applications close on November 7th. To find out more visit nusu.co.uk/university-challeβ¦#WeAreNCL
ALT Promotional poster for University Challenge at Newcastle University featuring two smiling students in university sweatshirts. Text encourages applications, with a deadline of November 7, and mentions hosts Jasmine & Swati. Visit nusu.co.uk for more details.
Bonfires and leaf raking makes autumn a tricky season for hedgehogs, so we're proud to have created a hedgehog safe campus as part of our commitment to preserving and enhancing biodiversity. π¦
Our cosy hedgehog houses give prickly friends the perfect refuge. π§‘
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