Prisoner artwork exhibition sparks research
A Northumbria criminologist is researching the positive impacts that curating an exhibition of prisoner artwork can have on vulnerable young people in Gateshead.
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Pedalling towards better diabetes management
Newcastle scientists will be studying the physiological performance of cyclists 1,000 miles away as they tackle a gruelling ride and diabetes at the same time.
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Life found in the sediments of an Antarctic subglacial lake for the first time
A Northumbria academic is part of a group of British scientists that has discovered the evidence of life under an Antarctic subglacial lake for the first time.
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Children with autism could miss out on non-verbal cues to social interaction
Children with autism might be missing “crucial” non-verbal gestures because they typically look away more than others when listening to parents, teachers and other professionals.
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Brain food – putting science on the menu
Diners will discover how the food on their plate can impact their brain function at a special dining experience during the British Science Festival in Newcastle.
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Supporting people to ‘age-in-place’
Northumbria University academics are sharing their expertise in an innovative project to help older people live independently in their own homes for longer.
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Comic books to help children understand chronic pain
Comic book superheroes are being used to help children understand more about older relatives suffering from chronic pain, in an innovative project.
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Reward for excellence in teaching and learning
A Northumbria University academic has been awarded a National Teaching Fellowship in recognition of excellent learning and teaching.
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Robo-pets may contribute to quality of life for those with dementia
Robotic animals can help to improve the quality of life for people with dementia, according to research.
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Breakfast scheme brings benefits
A free breakfast scheme in Blackpool has been deemed to be a success by Northumbria University academics.
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Creative approach to mental health
During an eight-week placement at Tyneside Mind, Laura Warwick, a Doctoral Design Research student, applied Service Design principles and practices to redesign the delivery of the charity’s exiting services and develop a range of new mental health provision.
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Removing the stigma of dementia
Northumbria University is hosting a series of activities to mark National Dementia Week this week amid the news that the North East is one of the most rapidly ageing regions in the country.
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