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Dr Juna Sathian

MASER technology scientist awarded funding for new research

A scientist from Northumbria University has been awarded almost half a million pounds to develop a new technology which could transform deep-space communication, radio astronomy, medical imaging and airport security scanning.

Professor Tom Stallard

Unveiling Jupiter’s upper atmosphere

A North East planetary astronomer has been granted rare access to the world’s largest deep-space telescope, providing him with a unique opportunity to discover more about the largest planet in our solar system – Jupiter.

Knowledge of the number of fibres transferred during a physical activity is essential for the interpretation of forensic evidence in many criminal cases. Photo: Getty Images

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

The Crypt at Newcastle Cathedral will host the Story Chair in September.

Pioneering North East programme ready for national launch

Story Chair - a collaboration between national charity Changing Lives and Northumbria University - has been facilitated over the last 12 months and involved more than 50 women across Newcastle, Ashington, North Tyneside and Sunderland taking part in an eight-week programme.

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