Northumbria to roll out new AI platform for staff and students
Northumbria University is to provide its students and staff with access to Claude for Education – a leading AI platform specifically tailored for higher education.
Categories: Student-support-and-wellbeing
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Major breakthrough in Maser research for Northumbria scientists
Scientists at Northumbria University have made a breakthrough in developing a new type of ‘microwave amplification by stimulated emission of radiation’ device, known as a maser.
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Research reveals Arctic region was permafrost-free when global temperatures were 4.5˚C higher than today
Scientists have found evidence that the Asian continent was free of permafrost all the way to its northerly coast with the Arctic Ocean when Earth’s average temperature was 4.5˚C warmer than today, suggesting that the whole Northern Hemisphere would have also been free of permafrost at the time.
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Partnership provides a boost for North East community health research
A pioneering partnership between Northumbria University and award-winning community charity Healthworks is making significant strides in tackling health inequalities across the North East.
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Future stars of the fashion industry join Graduate Fashion Week showcase
A Fashion student with a collection created using pre-loved football strips, including Newcastle United shirts, was among the award winners from Northumbria University at this year’s Graduate Fashion Week.
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Business Clinic project positions Dandelion for growth
A talented team of students have plotted a path to growth for a social enterprise that builds confidence and wellbeing among children and young people.
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Northumbria University Awarded Athena Swan Silver for Advancing Gender Equality
Northumbria University has been awarded the Athena Swan Charter Silver Award by Advance HE in recognition of its commitment to promoting and achieving gender equality.
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Inspiring individuals to be awarded Honorary Degrees by Northumbria University
In recognition of their outstanding achievements, Northumbria University will confer honorary degrees to 11 distinguished individuals at its summer graduation ceremonies this July.
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Business students help power growth of green energy firm
A student team from Northumbria University’s Business Clinic is helping a pioneering renewable energy company to power its growth by capitalising on the emerging e-methanol market.
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North East universities to host international Medieval and Renaissance music conference
North East universities will host the MedRen2025 conference, celebrating Medieval and Renaissance music from June 30 to July 4. This collaborative event marks the first joint hosting by Northumbria, Newcastle, and Durham, attracting global scholars, musicians, and researchers.
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Scientist honoured for voluntary work by Royal Society of Chemistry
An Assistant Professor at Northumbria University won the Royal Society of Chemistry’s Award for Exceptional Service in recognition of his inspirational work as a volunteer.
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Graduate showcase and sleep workshop form part of Tyne Design Week
Northumbria University graduate, Rob Law MBE, joined sleep scientists and design experts from the University for Tyne Design Week – a new celebration of North East creativity and innovation.
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Read the latest issue of Northumbria University News: Summer 2025 edition
The Summer 2025 edition of Northumbria University’s newspaper is available to collect on campus or read online now.
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Students help OddBalls in top employer mission
Savvy students from Northumbria University Business Clinic have been helping one of the UK’s most vibrant and distinctive underwear brands to showcase itself as a brilliant place to work.
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EXPERT COMMENT: AI is gobbling up water it cannot replace – I’m working on a solution
In this article originally written for The Conversation*, Dr Muhammad Wakil Shahzad, Associate Professor and Head of Subject, Mechanical and Construction Engineering at Northumbria University, discusses a possible solution to the environmental impact of AI data centres.
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Northumbria University in top 10 in UK for sustainability
Northumbria University has been ranked top 10 in the UK and among the top institutions in the world for sustainability in the Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2025.
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Northumbria awarded EU funding for sustainable 3D-printed construction research
Northumbria University has been awarded a prestigious Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) Fellowship to lead innovative research into low-carbon, 3D-printed construction materials.
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Smoking leaves lasting mark on teeth, research reveals
Evidence of the permanent impact of smoking on people’s teeth has been uncovered by researchers for the first time. Researchers from Northumbria University have discovered that smokers have tell-tale signs of their smoking habits ingrained deep within their teeth, which remain even after a person has quit.
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OBE for end-of-life care expert
One of the world’s most prominent leaders in end-of-life care and experiences has been awarded an OBE in the King’s Birthday Honours List.
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Researchers exhibit a greener future for construction at London Design Biennale
Academics from Northumbria University and University College London have collaborated on a prestigious pavilion exhibition at the 2025 London Design Biennale, exploring an emerging field which intertwines biology with architecture.
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