Climate change could shrink vital tropical rainfall belt
A tropical rainfall belt providing critical summer rains to billions of people is at risk of shrinking due to future climate warming, according to new research.
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Exploring the stories of our United Kingdom
Academics, comedians, journalists and politicians, including a former Prime Minister, will arrive in Newcastle next week for a major conference exploring the need for cooperation between the countries of the United Kingdom.
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Professor champions Northern voices at think tank conference
A Northumbria University academic will discuss the impact culture and literature can play in addressing UK regional inequalities during a major conference next week.
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Sea-ice-free Arctic makes permafrost vulnerable to thawing
New research published in Nature provides evidence from Siberian caves on the essential role that summer sea ice in the Arctic Ocean plays in stabilising permafrost and its large store of carbon.
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The North East after Brexit
A new book edited by Northumbria University academics has warned the North East is underprepared for the challenges it could face after Brexit.
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Smarter electric vehicles for cleaner greener cities
With concerns about climate change and urban air pollution high on the agenda for cities around the world, most are now actively looking at ways to reduce their carbon emissions.
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University hosts global enterprise network in Northumberland
A major research project led by Northumbria University to improve recruitment and career prospects for young people and boost business performance, has held an international networking conference in Northumberland.
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Northumbria researchers advise MPs on how Brexit could impact the North East
Northumbria academics have led a roundtable discussion at the House of Commons on the potential impact of Brexit and the future of the Northern Powerhouse.
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Book festival debate explores opportunities for Northern writers
The lack of Northern voices within the UK publishing industry will be the focus of a debate taking place at the Edinburgh International Book Festival this month, chaired by Northumbria’s Professor Katy Shaw.
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EXPERT COMMENT: Stop that car, and plan cities around bikes to make cycling a real option for more women
Planners design the infrastructure of cities for cars, not bikes. This needs to change to make cycling a more viable option for more people, says Katja Leyendecker, writing for The Conversation.
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Tackling global challenges at North East summit
International development experts from across the world gathered in Newcastle upon Tyne this week for the fourth annual Global Challenges Summit.
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EXPERT COMMENT: The insecurity of a new no-deal Brexit Prime Minister
The economic consequences of the UK leaving the European Union without a deal have received significant attention, but a no-deal Brexit would also have important security implications.
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