The Royal Statistical Society (RSS) has awarded a highly prestigious Honorary Fellowship to Northumbria University academic Professor Marion Oswald MBE.
Each year, the influential RSS awards honorary fellowships to a small and select group of outstanding individuals of great eminence working in fields related to statistics who are not necessarily or primarily members of the statistical profess
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.
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
Three experts in public policy, accounting and international relations from Northumbria University are among 64 outstanding social scientists recognised by the Academy of Social Sciences today.
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
The increasing number of people with eating disorders and a lack of national guidance for support teams has led to researchers calling for a new national strategy that includes specific guidance to support the remote delivery of eating disorder services.
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.
Researchers have been awarded £1.6 million to develop a network which will support people living with dementia by connecting existing technology and services, as well as developing new innovations.
As debate over changes to Britain’s welfare system continues to dominate the news, members of a multidisciplinary team of researchers are beginning a two-year study to examine the case for transformative welfare policy and the impact on public health outcomes.
The Northern Hub for Veterans and Military Families Research at Northumbria University has received over £35,000 in funding from the Forces Children’s Trust to further investigate the lived and emotional experiences of military connected children and young people.
An energy-efficient cooling system developed by scientists at Northumbria University has been crowned one of the most ground-breaking innovations of the year.
The Spring 2025 edition of Northumbria University’s newspaper is available to collect on campus or read online now.
On Sunday 2 March the biggest names in the world of film will gather in Hollywood for the 97th Academy Awards – among the nominees is Northumbria alumn Lol Crawley – director of photography for 2024 film The Brutalist, who has been nominated in the Cinematography category.
Analysis of fossilised rocks known as stromatolites from more than two-and-a-half billion years ago has provided new insights into the conditions on Earth before the evolution of oxygen.
Will Croston, a Northumbria University graduate, won the RTS regional award for Best Student Drama with his film "Husk," inspired by personal grief. The project reflects his journey through loss, blending influences from classic horror and Slow Cinema.
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.
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 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.
Volunteers play critical roles in responding to the multiple humanitarian crises facing the world, including disasters linked to conflict and climate change. But there are often gaps in protection and support for those working to help others.
A new pilot proposal has been launched for a groundbreaking scheme which experts say could eventually end absolute poverty in Greater Manchester, as well as improve the health and wellbeing of millions of people.
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