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Proud of our heritage. Creating a sustainable future. Always making a difference. We are the Faculty of Science, Agriculture & Engineering at Newcastle University
Experts from @nclengineering.bsky.social are partnering on a new project to improve understanding of future extreme weather, and how we can better prepare for it.
Read more here: tinyurl.com/6k36ydny
How can organisations and educators ensure the ethical use of AI? In conversation with Rob McCargow.
Book your place now: tinyurl.com/mw3yh6jm
Newcastle University to showcase research and innovation at the first-ever inaugural Blyth Festival of Energy.
📅5-8 March 2026
Read more here: tinyurl.com/56jafvfd
Henrietta Newble, @nclengineering.bsky.social student, is turning a long-held entrepreneurial ambition into reality, launching an advanced animal health tech start-up with the support of the University’s START UP team.
Read more about her journey here: tinyurl.com/4vjup5jn
Research and Innovation Showcase: Offshore Renewable Energy
Join us for an engaging event showcasing the latest advancements in Offshore Wind and other Renewable Energy sectors.
Sign up here: tinyurl.com/2ntwta3f
Huge congratulations to Dr Kezia Sasitharan from @sciencesncl.bsky.social, who has been awarded a prestigious L'Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science Young Talent award.
She has been recognised for her work on nanomaterials and emerging photovoltaic technologies. Read more: tinyurl.com/zn8bw75y
Is AI ownership the next geopolitical battleground? With Professor Ben Farrand.
Listen now at tinyurl.com/nhbs8bua or wherever you find your podcasts.
New research from @nclengineering.bsky.social finds that hydrogen-powered vehicles used on ground operations could help slash carbon emissions and support airports to reach net-zero targets.
Read more here: tinyurl.com/58p37cnp
A new study, led by Newcastle University and the MET Office, identifies warning signs for extreme flash flooding.
This research may aid future improvements in identifying flood risk. Read more: tinyurl.com/35f92kdc
Did you know? The DARe Hub team play an active role in contributing to the UK's national climate adaptation policy.
For more information on their work, read here: tinyurl.com/3stpaf4y
Wishing a meaningful Lent to all those observing it in our community.
If you would like to learn more about Lent check out the article from our Chaplaincy team: tinyurl.com/4a33pyhf
Happy New Year for those celebrating in our community!
#WeAreNCL
Project VOLT has entered its proof-of-concept phase, having been awarded an additional £500,000 from Ofgem’s Strategic Innovation Fund.
Read more about the next steps in how this will support critical commercial and industrial North East sites: tinyurl.com/3dhk29vc
Thinking about Postgraduate study and interested in AI?
Applications are open for the fully funded Spärck AI Scholarship for eligible AI & Data Master’s courses starting in 2026
Find out more: tinyurl.com/mr3efe2v
Deadline: 17 April 2026
🐾 Help enhance Human-Dog interactions! 🐾
Take part in a 30‑min online study testing a short learning module on safe, positive dog behaviour in public spaces. Open to all university students & staff- no dog experience needed!
👉 Click the link to participate tinyurl.com/37umwa57
🌈 February is LGBTQ+ History Month
Join us this Thursday for our special INSIGHTS Lecture as we celebrate LGBTQ+ History Month with Professor Matt Cook of the University of Oxford.
Book your free place now: lnkd.in/e-VMPvKA
Interested in postgraduate study at Newcastle University? 📚
Join us tomorrow from 4pm - 7pm for our Postgraduate Open. Find out all you need to know about our courses, funding options and student life
Curious about what the Data Innovation Bootcamp involves?
Craig shares his experience in this blog, covering the hands-on projects, industry challenges, and skills you’ll gain.
Read more and sign up for this year’s bootcamp:
tinyurl.com/54duye7y
Ken Pierce, School of Computing, has been named in the #WeArePower 2026 Advocacy List, recognising male allies advancing gender equality & inclusion. His Inclusivity Game Jam creates safe spaces to explore EDI through theatre & game design 🎮 tinyurl.com/yc8fcsdz
Promotional graphic for Newcastle University advertising fully funded AI scholarships. On the left, text reads “Emerge as a global leader in AI with a fully funded Scholarship,” with details about ten funded scholarships for 2026 entry, an application deadline of 17 April, and a QR code to find out more. On the right, a woman wearing a VR headset holds two handheld controllers, demonstrating virtual reality technology.
Thinking about what’s next after your degree and interested in AI?
Applications are open for the fully funded Spärck AI Scholarship for eligible AI & data Master’s courses at Newcastle (2026 entry).
Find out more: tinyurl.com/mr3efe2v
Deadline: 17 April 2026
🎧 Is AI good for education?
In the latest episode of the From Newcastle podcast, Dr Phillip Lord and Professor David Kennedy discuss what AI means for educators, students and higher education.
Listen now at tinyurl.com/26ervpv3 or wherever you find your podcasts.
It's #InternationalLEGODay, who knew? As some of our graduates have gone on to work at the iconic play company, we thought today would be a good time to share their stories tinyurl.com/mr2xpupn
The Inclusivity Game Jam event has been recogised for its role in advancing equality and opportunity, and has been selected as a finalist in two categories at the 2026 Northern PoWEr Women Awards. A huge achievement!
Learn more about Games Jam here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=tjT3...
A huge congratulations to the six graduates from our alumni community who have been recognised by King Charles III in his annual New Year Honours. To meet our esteemed graduates, read here: tinyurl.com/msjxyr2u
Congratulations all! 💙
We have five fully-funded studentships in #ComputerScience at @newcastleuni.bsky.social
Apply by 15th February for start date October 2026
Head to www.ncl.ac.uk/postgraduate... and search 'Computing'
@sagencl.bsky.social #Computing
GRASS CEILING, a project led by Prof Sally Shortall, has been selected as a Success Story by the European Commission. The project empowered rural women engaged in socio-ecological innovations through spotlighting areas for improvement. Read more here: tinyurl.com/w6sktmvd
Massive congratulations to the Inclusivity Games Jam team for reaching the finals in the 2026 Northern PoWEr Women Awards in two categories: 'Inclusive Innovation - Tech for Good' and 'Inclusive Innovation - People Focused'.
A fantastic achievement!
Our Data Innovation Bootcamps with @nicd-uk.bsky.social are back for our Science, Agriculture, and Engineering students!
Develop your skills and improve your employability in a week-long bootcamp where you will work alongside real businesses. Sign up before 6 March: tinyurl.com/bdffdw2d
Your fully funded PhD journey starts here!
Join the pre-application workshop to learn about ReNU+– our fully funded PhD programme training the next generation of innovators in clean energy.
📅24 January
⏰11am-1pm
Book now:https://tinyurl.com/2rcy68sj
Congratulations to Jonte Hance from @computingnewcastle.bsky.social who has been recognised in the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology's Quantum 100 for his work in foundational and applied quantum science. Read here: tinyurl.com/mvh6xfyz