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Northumbria academic says ‘Little Ice Age’ could hit Earth in 2020

Press releases   •   Jul 21, 2015 12:15 BST

​A ‘Little Ice Age’ which caused severe winters in the 17th Century could return in five years’ time due to a predicted fall in solar activity.

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A brighter future for solar energy

Press releases   •   Sep 09, 2013 00:00 BST

Researchers at Northumbria University are investigating new sunlight-harnessing materials that could help meet the world’s future energy needs.

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Alumna and MP shines a light on Northumbria research

Press releases   •   Jul 24, 2013 00:00 BST

Northumbria alumna Emma Lewell-Buck MP returned to the University campus for the first time as an MP to view pioneering research into low carbon technologies.

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