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An artificially colored view of Jupiter observed in ultraviolet light. In addition to the Great Red Spot, which appears blue, another oval feature can be seen in the brown haze at Jupiter's south pole.

Magnetic tornado is stirring up the haze at Jupiter’s poles

While Jupiter’s Great Red Spot has been a constant feature of the planet for centuries, astronomers have discovered equally large spots at the planet’s north and south poles that appear and disappear seemingly at random.

Amber Bruzzi's winning book submission

Book exploring dyslexia wins design award

A project inspired by a Northumbria University graduate’s personal experience of dyslexia has led to her winning international recognition and a major industry award.

General Secretary of the Microbiology Society, Professor Karen Robinson, presents Dr Helen Hooper and Dr Amanda Jones from Northumbria University with the 2024 Microbiology Society Outreach Prize. Photo: Courtesy of the Microbiology Society

Northumbria team win prestigious outreach prize

A team led by researchers from Northumbria University have been awarded the 2024 Outreach Prize by the Microbiology Society in recognition of their efforts and commitment to raising awareness of microbiology among future generations.

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