New study demonstrates an inclusive approach to leading research
People with lived experience of mental health distress will be able to take a lead on health and social care research thanks to new funding.
Sleep experts call for UK to abolish twice-yearly clock changes
A team of leading sleep researchers from the British Sleep Society have called for the government to abolish the twice-yearly clock changes in the UK due to the adverse effects on sleep and circadian health.
Expert addresses United Nations panel on improving care for older people worldwide
A leading expert in health and social care for older people from Northumbria University has shared his views on what could be done to improve care for older people at a special event at the United Nations Headquarters in New York.
Healthcare training facility opens to support delivery of new T-level course
A brand-new healthcare training facility which has been developed with support from Northumbria University to be used by students on a new T-Level in health course has opened at Bede Academy in Blyth.
Researchers urge UK governments to tackle serious mental health illness and substance use
Researchers are urging UK governments to introduce expert clinicians across all health services to co-ordinate better treatment for people with serious mental health illness and substance use problems.
New study finds more targeted approach to treating aggressive childhood brain cancer
A Northumbria University researcher has identified a critical group of medulloblastoma, a form of brain cancer in children, which is near incurable using current therapies. The discovery of an aggressive genetic group will lead to better patient management of this form of tumour, which urgently requires new treatment approaches.
Nursing academics co-produce new play with Alphabetti Theatre
Two nursing academics from Northumbria University have joined forces with the award-winning Alphabetti Theatre to produce a new musical using real-life stories and experiences of working in nursing.
The Times and The Sunday Times name Northumbria ‘Modern University of the Year’
Northumbria University has once again been recognised as one of the top universities in the UK after being awarded the title of Modern University of the Year 2025 by The Times and The Sunday Times.
Young people praise Northumbria University for delivery of HAF Plus pilot
Northumbria University has been praised by young people and local councils for its work to successfully provide a Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) Plus programme for almost 100 North East teenagers during the school summer holidays.
Northumbria University set to host the Royal College of Nursing conference
Northumbria University will host the Royal College of Nursing’s International Nursing Research Conference for 2024 at its Newcastle City Campus.
£2.5m award funds project to encourage more people into health research careers
A regional consortium has secured £2.5million funding from the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) to deliver an innovative scheme to encourage more registered healthcare professionals into research careers.
Advice available for students ahead of A-level results day
As thousands of students await their A-level results on Thursday 15 August, Northumbria University is offering advice and support for those wondering what their next steps should be.
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