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ref2029.bsky.social @ref2029.bsky.social · Sep 4

The four UK higher education funding bodies confirm the pause in the criteria setting and publication of final guidance for REF 2029 for a short period, as announced by the UK Science Minister Lord Vallance today at the Universities UK conference. 2029.ref.ac.uk/news/pause-t...

Pause to REF 2029 criteria setting and publication of final guidance – REF 2029

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Times Higher Education (THE) @timeshighered.bsky.social · Sep 4

Science minister Patrick Vallance has announced the next Research Excellence Framework will be paused for three months to review whether its allocation of £2 billion annually in block research funding will support the government’s economic and social missions. @jgro-the.bsky.social reports
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Patrick Vallance hits pause on Research Excellence Framework

Science minister announces review of controversial changes to research environment assessment

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Newcastle University @newcastleuni.bsky.social · Jul 14

Today we awarded Professor @davidolusoga.bsky.social OBE an honorary degree for his outstanding work as a social historian.

As someone who grew up in Tyneside we asked David what he misses most about living here, as well as his words of advice for the graduating class of 2025.

#WeAreNCL #NCLGrad

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Newcastle University @newcastleuni.bsky.social · Jul 15

"This study brings the jigsaw pieces of data together, to reveal the big picture" - Professor Neil Ross.

Our academics have helped discover the remains of landscapes thought to have formed when ancient rivers flowed across East Antarctica 🧊⬇

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Remains of ancient river landscapes control East Antarctica ice flow

The remains of landscapes thought to have formed when ancient rivers flowed across East Antarctica have been discovered – and could help predictions of future loss from the ice sheet.

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Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences at Newcastle Uni @hassfacultyncl.bsky.social · May 28

A new exhibition curated by Fine Art's Professor Wolfgang Weileder, explores the intersections between cultural and scientific heritage.

'Scientific Encounter: The Complex' opens 10 June in Bologna. Find out more about the work on display >> bit.ly/4dC16fD

A Scientific Encounter: The Complex

A new exhibition, curated by Newcastle University Professor Wolfgang Weileder, explores the intersections between cultural and scientific heritage.

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Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences at Newcastle Uni @hassfacultyncl.bsky.social · May 30

It's just over a week until @crimecon.bsky.social UK in London!

Dr @bethanyusher.bsky.social will be talking about YOUR ethical responsibilities when interacting with True Crime media. Find out more > bit.ly/4jpQguI

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Angie Scott @angiescottncl.bsky.social · Jun 4

Prof. Michelle Sheehan & fellow researchers discuss their work which shows a language curriculum oriented around linguistics could address the decline in language learning theconversation.com/linguistics-...

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Linguistics could make language learning more relevant – and attractive – for school pupils

A languages curriculum enriched with linguistics is appealing to students and teachers.

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Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences at Newcastle Uni @hassfacultyncl.bsky.social · Jun 2

One week to go until @michaeljrichardson.bsky.social gives a keynote speech at 'Let's hear it for the boys' - an event focussing on the voices, experiences, and needs of boys and young men.

Book your ticket for this free event @balticgateshead.bsky.social >> bit.ly/4jszafC

Let’s hear it for the boys!

Let’s Hear It for the Boys is a professionally curated event focused on the voices, experiences, and needs of boys and young men.

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Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences at Newcastle Uni @hassfacultyncl.bsky.social · Apr 30

Yesterday marked 100 days of Trump's presidency.

Scholars Dr @skylerehawkins.bsky.social and Dr Matt Davies from @nclpolitics.bsky.social joined the From Newcastle podcast team to reflect on the impact of Trump’s second term. Have a listen >> bit.ly/42CwZkH

100 days of Trump with Dr Skyler Hawkins and Dr Matt Davies

Isaac talks to Skyler and Matt about Trump's 100 days in office, including the impact of his second term, both nationally and globally and what this means for the future of US politics.

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Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences at Newcastle Uni @hassfacultyncl.bsky.social · May 6

ICYMI: Listen to @ruthhoughton.bsky.social from @lawresearch-ncluk.bsky.social discuss Law, Utopianism, and Feminist Utopias with @aoifemod.bsky.social.

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Listener Numbers, Contacts, Similar Podcasts - Utopian and Dystopian Fictions

See the number of listeners, audience demographics, contact info, reviews and recent guests to decide if it's worth pitching Utopian and Dystopian Fictions.

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Geth Rees @gethrees.bsky.social · Apr 23

More media coverage of the publication of our police custody healthcare end of project report. Again, this coverage draws attention to our finding about the risks of delayed and denied medications within police custody. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

Newcastle University police custody medication research

Newcastle University researchers say those in police custody do not receive medicine fast enough.

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The Faculty of Forensic & Legal Medicine @fflm.bsky.social · Apr 24

We have published our response to Equivalence in Police Custody Healthcare, a report by @gethrees.bsky.social and his team at NU: fflm.ac.uk/press-and-po...

We welcome the spotlight this report brings to the dire state of healthcare provision in police custody (1/3)

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Alastair Cole @tonguetiedfilms.bsky.social · Apr 24

I'll be sharing some exciting news about our new documentary #carethefilm very soon, watch this space...

#carethefilm #socialcare #gerontology #documentary #independentfilm

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Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences at Newcastle Uni @hassfacultyncl.bsky.social · Apr 24

Last night, we had the pleasure of attending the #EngageAwards2025!

Congratulations to all HaSS colleagues who were shortlisted and to Professor Michelle Sheehan and Dr Angelos Theocharis for winning in their respective categories.

More about the shortlisted projects >> bit.ly/4jLXiui

Picture shows audience listening to a speech by Pro-Vice Chancellor for Engagement & Place, Jane Robinson.

Inclusive Education, Lifelong Learning & CPD Winner: Linguistic in Modern Foreign Languages by Professor Michelle Sheehan, Dr Alice Corr, Dr Anna Havinga, Dr Jonathan Kasstan, Dr Norma Schifano & Professor Sascha Stollhans.

Engaging for Societal & Environmental Benefit Winner: Indigenous Visualities of Climate Crisis, by Dr Angelos Theocharis.

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Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences at Newcastle Uni @hassfacultyncl.bsky.social · Mar 31

Congratulations to all colleagues who are shortlisted for the Engagement & Place Awards 2025! 🏆 #WeAreNCL

Find out about some of the incredible engagement work happening across HaSS and our other two faculties >> bit.ly/3BPqBMl

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Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences at Newcastle Uni @hassfacultyncl.bsky.social · Mar 31

How can investment be targeted where the North East needs it most? Join our panel of experts at the next #NewcastleDebates to find out how.

🎟️ Get your ticket now >> bit.ly/3Rsq7Qh

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Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences at Newcastle Uni @hassfacultyncl.bsky.social · Apr 7

Today marks #WorldHealthDay and we're highlighting researchers from across our University who are doing vital work to support healthy pregnancies and tackle maternity inequalities ⬇️ @medicalsciencesncl.bsky.social

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Healthy beginnings, hopeful futures: our work in maternal and newborn health

On World Health Day, learn how Newcastle University supports healthy beginnings through maternal and newborn health research.

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Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences at Newcastle Uni @hassfacultyncl.bsky.social · Feb 3

The Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences is delighted to join @bsky.app!
Follow us and tell your friends!
@hassfacultyncl.bsky.social 🎉

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Newcastle University @newcastleuni.bsky.social · Nov 25

Working with Liverpool and Aston Universities, co-lead by @adambehrlive.bsky.social we're going to be part of a first-of-its-kind project to advance live music mapping technology to transform how live music ecosystems are understood. 🎵

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Live Music Mapping Project 2.0

Newcastle University to be part of a first-of-its-kind project to advance live music mapping technology.

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Newcastle University @newcastleuni.bsky.social · Dec 5

As 2nd - 8th December is National Grief Awareness Week, we're reflecting on why The Angel of the North has become a site for remembrance, and how our researchers have created a unique record of the memorial site through sound.

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Sounding the Angel: recording the memorial at the Angel of the North

Discover how Newcastle University's Sounding the Angel project captures the Angel of the North memorial site through a unique sound piece.

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Newcastle University @newcastleuni.bsky.social · Dec 11

Dr Jane Midgley of our School of Architecture has called for better resourcing, guidance and clarity from the central Government around food waste, as councils have been left unclear about their responsibilities under new regulations. 🥑🥕

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Government needs to be clearer on food waste rules, says new report

English councils could struggle to meet new food waste recycling regulations, known as ‘Simpler Recycling’ which are due to come into force next year, says a Newcastle University report.

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Newcastle University @newcastleuni.bsky.social · Jan 14

Our brilliant professor and glaciation expert Bethan Davies has been awarded the prestigious Richardson Medal by the
International Glaciological Society for her outstanding work making glaciology more accessible and inclusive. 👏

Read more here. ⬇

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Professor Bethan Davies smiling in front of a glacier

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