https://newsroom.northumbria.ac.uk Mynewsdesk RSS - Press releases, News, and Blog Posts. https://newsroom.northumbria.ac.uk https://www.mynewsdesk.com/assets/graphics/logos/logo-small-3b24ab90.png 128 23 en 15 Wed, 22 Jul 2026 12:30:00 +0100 Students from Northumbria University’s Business Clinic are helping a County Durham church to boost its income and provide an even greater variety of services to the local community. https://newsroom.northumbria.ac.uk/uk/northumbria-university/pressreleases/students-support-growth-of-county-durham-community-hub-3459082?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news https://newsroom.northumbria.ac.uk/uk/northumbria-university/pressreleases/students-support-growth-of-county-durham-community-hub-3459082?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news Northumbria University Fri, 17 Jul 2026 10:00:00 +0100 A Northumbria University academic curated a major retrospective of one of India's most influential filmmakers at the BFI (British Film Institute) Southbank and Il Cinema Ritrovato, Bologna this June. https://newsroom.northumbria.ac.uk/uk/northumbria-university/pressreleases/northumbria-researcher-takes-indian-cinema-legend-to-major-international-showcases-3458838?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news https://newsroom.northumbria.ac.uk/uk/northumbria-university/pressreleases/northumbria-researcher-takes-indian-cinema-legend-to-major-international-showcases-3458838?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news Northumbria University Thu, 16 Jul 2026 11:00:00 +0100 Northumbria University is launching The Bridge, a flexible route into higher education for adult learners in the North East, in partnership with Cambridge Education Group. https://newsroom.northumbria.ac.uk/uk/northumbria-university/pressreleases/new-partnership-will-bridge-the-gap-and-open-doors-for-adult-learners-at-northumbria-university-3458784?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news https://newsroom.northumbria.ac.uk/uk/northumbria-university/pressreleases/new-partnership-will-bridge-the-gap-and-open-doors-for-adult-learners-at-northumbria-university-3458784?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news Northumbria University Fri, 10 Jul 2026 09:30:00 +0100 Northumbria University researchers are calling on women to support a new study, which could find out exactly why your period can make your multiple sclerosis (MS) symptoms worse. https://newsroom.northumbria.ac.uk/uk/northumbria-university/pressreleases/researchers-exploring-hidden-reasons-women-with-ms-struggle-each-month-3458312?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news https://newsroom.northumbria.ac.uk/uk/northumbria-university/pressreleases/researchers-exploring-hidden-reasons-women-with-ms-struggle-each-month-3458312?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news Northumbria University Wed, 08 Jul 2026 11:22:52 +0100 Northumbria University is awarding honorary degrees to 14 distinguished individuals at its summer graduation ceremonies, in recognition of their outstanding achievements across the worlds of screen and stage, sport, science, business, law and the creative arts. https://newsroom.northumbria.ac.uk/uk/northumbria-university/pressreleases/north-east-stars-among-leaders-honoured-by-northumbria-university-3457935?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news https://newsroom.northumbria.ac.uk/uk/northumbria-university/pressreleases/north-east-stars-among-leaders-honoured-by-northumbria-university-3457935?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news Northumbria University Mon, 06 Jul 2026 14:09:05 +0100 The creative skills of final year Fashion students from Northumbria University have once again been recognised at Graduate Fashion Week in London after an impressive 31 students were shortlisted for accolades. https://newsroom.northumbria.ac.uk/uk/northumbria-university/pressreleases/creative-talent-shines-as-northumbria-celebrates-70-years-of-fashion-at-graduate-fashion-week-3457747?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news https://newsroom.northumbria.ac.uk/uk/northumbria-university/pressreleases/creative-talent-shines-as-northumbria-celebrates-70-years-of-fashion-at-graduate-fashion-week-3457747?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news Northumbria University Fri, 26 Jun 2026 08:33:39 +0100 Northumbria University has been named one of the 50 GREAT British Employers of Veterans 2026 - the definitive national ranking of Forces Friendly organisations in the UK. https://newsroom.northumbria.ac.uk/uk/northumbria-university/pressreleases/northumbria-university-named-one-of-the-uks-top-50-employers-of-veterans-3456330?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news https://newsroom.northumbria.ac.uk/uk/northumbria-university/pressreleases/northumbria-university-named-one-of-the-uks-top-50-employers-of-veterans-3456330?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news Northumbria University Thu, 25 Jun 2026 14:34:32 +0100 Artificial intelligence is being adopted across policing and the wider criminal justice system of England and Wales faster than the rules designed to govern it, according to major new research published by Northumbria University. https://newsroom.northumbria.ac.uk/uk/northumbria-university/pressreleases/ai-in-policing-safeguards-cant-keep-up-new-research-warns-3456318?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news https://newsroom.northumbria.ac.uk/uk/northumbria-university/pressreleases/ai-in-policing-safeguards-cant-keep-up-new-research-warns-3456318?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news Northumbria University Wed, 24 Jun 2026 14:54:05 +0100 Northumbria University is officially one of the best universities in the world for sustainability, according to the latest Times Higher Education Sustainability Impact Ratings, published today. Northumbria is now ranked 31st in the world – its highest ever position – from an assessment of more than 1,600 universities from 116 countries. https://newsroom.northumbria.ac.uk/uk/northumbria-university/pressreleases/northumbria-in-top-35-universities-worldwide-for-sustainability-3456114?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news https://newsroom.northumbria.ac.uk/uk/northumbria-university/pressreleases/northumbria-in-top-35-universities-worldwide-for-sustainability-3456114?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news Northumbria University Wed, 24 Jun 2026 10:30:00 +0100 Northumbria University has launched The North Edit, an annual magazine highlighting its global research, teaching, and partnerships. Featuring stories on pressing challenges and regional achievements, it showcases initiatives like NESST and efforts to address climate change and enhance education. https://newsroom.northumbria.ac.uk/uk/northumbria-university/pressreleases/northumbria-university-launches-the-north-edit-magazine-3455978?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news https://newsroom.northumbria.ac.uk/uk/northumbria-university/pressreleases/northumbria-university-launches-the-north-edit-magazine-3455978?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news Northumbria University Tue, 23 Jun 2026 14:15:00 +0100 New research commissioned by Lush shows the UK's non-animal methods sector grew to more than £1.2 billion in turnover and has been cited by a leading parliamentary advocate for reform. https://newsroom.northumbria.ac.uk/uk/northumbria-university/pressreleases/northumbria-researchers-provide-economic-evidence-base-for-shift-away-from-animal-testing-3455819?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news https://newsroom.northumbria.ac.uk/uk/northumbria-university/pressreleases/northumbria-researchers-provide-economic-evidence-base-for-shift-away-from-animal-testing-3455819?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news Northumbria University Tue, 23 Jun 2026 09:02:09 +0100 A Northumbria University researcher whose work is helping to shape the future of laser-based space communications has been named one of the Women's Engineering Society's Top 50 Women in Engineering (WE50) for 2026. https://newsroom.northumbria.ac.uk/uk/northumbria-university/pressreleases/northumbria-space-engineer-named-one-of-the-uks-top-50-women-in-engineering-3455460?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news https://newsroom.northumbria.ac.uk/uk/northumbria-university/pressreleases/northumbria-space-engineer-named-one-of-the-uks-top-50-women-in-engineering-3455460?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news Northumbria University Fri, 19 Jun 2026 14:00:00 +0100 A Northumbria University academic whose work has helped modernise fire service operations and protect firefighters from harm has been recognised in His Majesty The King’s Birthday Honours 2026. https://newsroom.northumbria.ac.uk/uk/northumbria-university/pressreleases/obe-for-researcher-whose-work-has-helped-protect-firefighters-3455138?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news https://newsroom.northumbria.ac.uk/uk/northumbria-university/pressreleases/obe-for-researcher-whose-work-has-helped-protect-firefighters-3455138?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news Northumbria University Fri, 19 Jun 2026 10:18:34 +0100 A Northumbria University researcher has secured a prestigious national grant to redesign wind turbine blades by borrowing two of nature's most elegant aerodynamic solutions: the humpback whale's ridged flippers and the near-silent feathers of the barn owl. https://newsroom.northumbria.ac.uk/uk/northumbria-university/pressreleases/more-power-less-noise-what-wind-energy-can-learn-from-wildlife-3455122?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news https://newsroom.northumbria.ac.uk/uk/northumbria-university/pressreleases/more-power-less-noise-what-wind-energy-can-learn-from-wildlife-3455122?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news Northumbria University Tue, 16 Jun 2026 13:46:05 +0100 Researchers at Northumbria University will lead a major study aimed at helping GP practices across England provide better care for young adults living with type 2 diabetes. https://newsroom.northumbria.ac.uk/uk/northumbria-university/pressreleases/northumbria-university-awarded-1-pounds-3-pence-million-to-improve-diabetes-care-for-young-adults-3454551?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news https://newsroom.northumbria.ac.uk/uk/northumbria-university/pressreleases/northumbria-university-awarded-1-pounds-3-pence-million-to-improve-diabetes-care-for-young-adults-3454551?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news Northumbria University Mon, 15 Jun 2026 09:20:29 +0100 The North East Space Communications Accelerator (NESCA) has announced its second round of innovation funding, distributing almost £490,000 across 13 cutting-edge space communications and technology projects. Five of the successful projects are led by women – a fitting milestone in the week marking 63 years since Soviet cosmonaut Valentina Tereshkova became the first woman to travel to space. https://newsroom.northumbria.ac.uk/uk/northumbria-university/pressreleases/nesca-backs-women-led-projects-in-historic-week-for-space-exploration-3453954?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news https://newsroom.northumbria.ac.uk/uk/northumbria-university/pressreleases/nesca-backs-women-led-projects-in-historic-week-for-space-exploration-3453954?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news Northumbria University Sat, 13 Jun 2026 06:00:05 +0100 A Northumbria University academic who founded a pioneering Business Clinic that has connected thousands of students with real-world business challenges has been recognised in His Majesty The King's Birthday Honours 2026. https://newsroom.northumbria.ac.uk/uk/northumbria-university/pressreleases/mbe-for-founder-of-northumbria-universitys-pioneering-business-clinic-3453939?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news https://newsroom.northumbria.ac.uk/uk/northumbria-university/pressreleases/mbe-for-founder-of-northumbria-universitys-pioneering-business-clinic-3453939?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news Northumbria University Fri, 12 Jun 2026 12:26:40 +0100 A law professor who has spent more than four decades shaping legal education and research in the North East, has been recognised with two awards for his contribution to the region’s legal sector. https://newsroom.northumbria.ac.uk/uk/northumbria-university/pressreleases/long-serving-law-professor-recognised-with-two-honours-at-northern-law-awards-3453955?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news https://newsroom.northumbria.ac.uk/uk/northumbria-university/pressreleases/long-serving-law-professor-recognised-with-two-honours-at-northern-law-awards-3453955?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news Northumbria University Thu, 11 Jun 2026 13:08:37 +0100 Northumbria University is one of five North East universities backing a new £22.5m fund designed to accelerate the region’s research into high-growth new businesses. https://newsroom.northumbria.ac.uk/uk/northumbria-university/pressreleases/northumbria-university-helps-launch-ps22-dot-5m-fund-to-turn-research-into-new-businesses-3453725?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news https://newsroom.northumbria.ac.uk/uk/northumbria-university/pressreleases/northumbria-university-helps-launch-ps22-dot-5m-fund-to-turn-research-into-new-businesses-3453725?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news Northumbria University Wed, 10 Jun 2026 08:40:07 +0100 https://newsroom.northumbria.ac.uk/uk/northumbria-university/pressreleases/sculpture-to-make-public-debut-at-woodhorns-miners-picnic-3453306?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news https://newsroom.northumbria.ac.uk/uk/northumbria-university/pressreleases/sculpture-to-make-public-debut-at-woodhorns-miners-picnic-3453306?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=Subscription&utm_content=current_news Northumbria University