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The lived experiences from the research have been brought to life on a website outlining methods for support services to better facilitate change.

Research will inform support services for women experiencing homelessness

Complex stories of homelessness, as told through the experiences of women in the North East of England, are the focus of a study led by Joanne McGrath, a third year PhD student based at Northumbria University.

Freelands painting prize winner, Holly Smith, is pictured with some of her work.

Fine Art graduate wins prestigious painting prize

Holly Smith, a Fine Art graduate of Northumbria University, was one of 12 final-year students to win the Freelands Painting Prize and is now preparing to exhibit her work in London.

EXPERT COMMENT: India has landed on the Moon. Here’s what the political and economic gains are

EXPERT COMMENT: India has landed on the Moon. Here’s what the political and economic gains are

Christopher Newman, Professor of Space Law and Policy at Northumbria University, discusses India’s recent space mission and what this means for future lunar exploration.

Arts Practice with Young People within Criminal Justice Systems

Arts Practice with Young People within Criminal Justice Systems

A forum called Cross-Cultural Arts Practice: Working with Young People within Criminal Justice Systems has been organised by Northumbria University, in partnership with the National Criminal Justice Arts Alliance (NCJAA) and Clinks, which represents members of the voluntary sector working with people within the criminal justice system.

Northumbria University retains HR Excellence in Research Award

Northumbria University retains HR Excellence in Research Award

Northumbria is one of a select number of UK institutions to have retained the HR Excellence in Research (HREiR) Award, which it has now held for a decade.

Dr Daniel Monk was lead medical officer for Team Special Olympics GB at the Special Olympics World Games in June

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.

(L-R) Samantha Shann, President of the World Federation of Occupational Therapists, Steve Ford, CEO of the Royal College of Occupational Therapists & Odeth Richardson, Chair of the British Council of Occupational Therapists

Leading experts inspire occupational therapy students

Some of the world’s leading figures in the field of occupational therapy have visited Northumbria University to talk to students about the exciting opportunities ahead when they graduate.

Professor Paul Gill (centre) receives his award at the RCN Nurse of the Year Awards, pictured alongside Professor Daniel Kelly, RCN Chair of Nursing Research at Cardiff University and RCN Wales director Helen Whyley.

Prestigious awards see Northumbria academic recognised as nursing leader

The life-changing passion and commitment of a Northumbria academic has been recognised with a prestigious award.

Artificial intelligence (AI) developments - such as the recent launch of ChatGPT in 2022 - and it's impact on the tech industry.

EXPERT COMMENT: We’re talking about AI a lot right now – and it’s not a moment too soon

In an article written for The Conversation, Kimberley Hardcastle, Assistant Professor for Northumbria University’s Marketing department discusses the history of AI technology and explains how the rapid development may lead to bigger issues if handled incorrectly.

Elders Council Chair Anne Raffle, with students l-r Jakub Vana, Jakub Slachta, Ben Inman and Yen Hoa Tranova.

Students support council mission to promote quality living in later life

A North East organisation that aims to help Newcastle become an age-friendly city has received support from talented university students to widen its appeal and membership base.

Callum Mather, founder of Everdurance and graduate entrepreneur at Northumbria University

Northumbria entrepreneur makes sustainability an easy option for businesses in the North East

Sustainability is at the heart of Callum Mather’s business, launched as a graduate from Northumbria University.

The North East Region Analytical Science Community working together to inspire the public on the role of plant poisons as part of an RSC Outreach project.

Poison project wins Northumbria University Chemistry and Forensic Science team an award

An innovative project led by Northumbria University’s Applied Sciences Department has won a Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC) Inspirational Committee Award 2023.

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