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The original set of the play 'In the Middle of the West' when it was first performed in Oklahoma

Anniversary of American bombing marked with updated play

On April 19, Oklahoma marks the 30th anniversary of the Oklahoma City Bombing. Playwright Steve Gilroy’s updated verbatim play, "In the Middle of the West," engages students, teaching them about the bombing's legacy through performances and educational initiatives.

Linda Lightley

Northumbria technician shortlisted for acclaimed prize

An inspirational technician from Northumbria University, Newcastle, has been shortlisted for a Papin Prize - the only national awards dedicated to celebrating the success and achievements of technical staff.
A Scientific Officer in fashion at the Northumbria School of Design, Linda Lightley, is now in contention for the Papin Excellence in Sustainability category. She is among 68 technicians sh

Northumbria University Fashion student Kamile Kartunaviciute

Gen Z fondness for moments of self-care inspires winning fashion collection

A final year Fashion student from Northumbria University has been named the winner of the prestigious Next Graduate Fashion Foundation Design and Trend Competition.
The competition, which challenged emerging designers to forecast trends and design a capsule collection for Autumn/Winter 2025, attracted entries from fashion students across the country.
But it was a collection by Northumbria’s

Neptune’s auroras as captured by the Hubble Space Telescope and James Webb Space Telescope.

Deep space telescope captures Neptune’s auroras for the first time

Scientists from Northumbria University captured Neptune's auroras for the first time using NASA's James Webb Space Telescope. This groundbreaking discovery, revealing unique auroral characteristics and significant atmospheric cooling, enhances understanding of Neptune's magnetic field and its interactions with solar particles.

Northumbria University Fashion student Beth Young

Inspiring knitwear designer wins Framework Knitters’ Award

Bethany Young, a Northumbria University Fashion student, won the Framework Knitters’ Award, including a £1,500 bursary, for her innovative knitwear designs inspired by Teesside’s industrial history. This achievement highlights her dedication and skill in the knitwear industry.

Construction site

Using AI to cut construction waste and advance sustainability

Northumbria University is leading pioneering research to enhance sustainability in the construction industry by integrating artificial intelligence (AI) and innovative waste management strategies.
The research has secured £250,000 of research funding from the latest Horizon MSCA call from the European Commission and aims to improve waste recycling efficiency, reduce landfill dependency, and pr

Northumbria University alum and Chief Executive Officer of Gatwick Airport, Stewart Wingate.

Gatwick CEO speaks with Engineering students at Northumbria

Northumbria University alum and Chief Executive Officer of Gatwick Airport, Stewart Wingate visited the campus for an exclusive talk with Engineering students, offering invaluable insights into the aviation industry, his personal success in business, and the future of sustainable airport operations.

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