Northumbria academic supports global success in elite sport.
An academic and sports nutritionist at Northumbria University is the lead performance nutritionist for the Turkish Olympic team competing in Paris, this summer.
New exhibition honours the life of a North East icon
As fans prepare for the 2024 World Snooker Championship to get under way this weekend, a new exhibition has been staged at Northumbria University to celebrate the life of a multiple snooker and billiards world champion and one of the most inspirational sportswomen of her generation.
EXPERT COMMENT: Everton FC lost ten valuable points for breaking financial rules – but football fans may eventually consider it a win
In an article written for The Conversation*, Mark Middling, Assistant Professor of Accounting at Northumbria University discusses the impact of Everton FC's recent ten point deduction for breaking financial rules.
From Consett to Canada – football coach honoured by Northumbria University
John Herdman, the coach who led the Canadian men's national football team to their first World Cup in 36 years, has been awarded an honorary degree by Northumbria University. Growing up in Consett, County Durham, Herdman first discovered his passion for coaching while studying Sport Science at the university.
Northumbria introduces key sports coaching qualification.
Northumbria University has been accredited to provide PE teachers, fitness professionals, and sports coaches with a nationally recognised vocational coaching qualification.
Special Olympics bring life-changing memories for Northumbria University academic
Volunteering to be Team Special Olympics Great Britain’s medical officer at the Berlin games was a transformative experience for Dr Daniel Monk – and now he’s urging others to get involved in supporting the organisation throughout the year.
Rugby League World Cup chief is honoured by Northumbria University
The man at the forefront of the most inclusive Rugby League World Cup tournament in history has been awarded an honorary degree of Doctor of Civil Law by Northumbria University in Newcastle.
Jiu Jitsu club stage physical assaults to help advance forensic research
Researchers from Northumbria University and King’s College London have published findings outlining the extent that textile fibres transfer during controlled assault scenarios. Their work, recently published in the academic journal Science & Justice, is the first time the number of fibres transferred between garments during physical assaults has been assessed by simulating the act with real people
Lecturer to support Team GB medical needs at Special Olympics in Berlin
An Assistant Professor in Nursing at Northumbria University has been appointed as Medical Officer for Team Special Olympics Great Britain at the Special Olympics World Games.
EXPERT COMMENT: Why sleep is so important for your fitness
In an article written for The Conversation, Ian Walshe, Health and Life Sciences, at Northumbria University, highlights the impact that poor sleep quality can have on your health, fitness and sporting performance.
EXPERT COMMENT: How running can help you cope with stress at work
In an article written for the Conversation, Kate Black and Russell Warhurst, Business and Law, Northumbria University, discuss the value of running as a coping mechanism for work-related stress.
Northumbria student represents Great Britain in Goalball World Championships
Lois Turner, an Occupational Therapy student at Northumbria University, Newcastle, has been selected to compete for Great Britain at the IBSA Goalball World Championships.
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