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How Stress and Anxiety Affect Runners’ Immunity Marathon training is often framed around physical conditioning and nutrition, but the latest research from Bangor University highlights a less visible factor that can tip the balance – mental stress. A study involving 406 runners measured their stress, anxiety and mood levels in the weeks leading up to […]
What the Clarivate Highly Cited Researchers List Means for Academic Impact In 2025, Clarivate unveiled its Highly Cited Researchers list, a ranking that identifies scientists whose publications receive citation frequencies that exceed the 98th percentile globally. The list is a benchmark of scholarly influence, reflecting how peer work builds upon foundational findings. For universities, having […]
Bangor University’s screenwriting module offers a distinctive bridge between academic study and the television industry. Students in their second and third years are invited to write original scripts and develop episodes for well‑known Welsh‑language programs such as Rownd a Rownd and Bariau. The program is delivered in both English and Welsh, allowing a wide range […]
In September, Bangor University welcomed the inaugural cohort of the GLOBE (Global Change Ecology and Biodiversity Management) Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters Programme. The two‑year course is designed for students who aspire to lead ecosystem restoration, shape conservation policy, and apply evidence‑based science across diverse geopolitical contexts. By studying at partner institutions in Spain, the United Kingdom, […]
In November 2025 Newcastle University celebrated the return of its graduates from across the United States. The Autumn 2025 US visit brought together more than 4,000 alumni to strengthen ties, launch new networks, and showcase the university’s commitment to lifelong learning and professional development. Building a Strong Alumni Community on the East Coast Newcastle University’s alumni base […]
Pentagon Press Restrictions: A Brief Overview In October 2025 a new Pentagon policy was announced that limited journalist access to the U.S. Department of Defense. The rule required reporters to sign an agreement that they would only publish information that had already been cleared by the Department. Major outlets, including The New York Times, The […]
Contemporary Discussions on Masculinity In recent years, public discourse around masculinity has intensified. Television dramas such as Adolescence and bestselling books like Caitlin Moran’s What About Men? have foregrounded the everyday challenges that men face in expressing emotion and navigating changing social expectations. Dr. Ollie Bell, a Newcastle University PhD graduate in Men’s Health, offers […]
The Rise of Appetite Suppressants In the past decade the medical community has witnessed a surge in medications originally designed for type 2 diabetes that are now being promoted for weight loss. Semaglutide (brand names Ozempic and Wegovy) and terpenatide (Mounjaro) have each demonstrated rapid weight loss in clinical trials, attracting attention from celebrities, influencers and […]
Team Newcastle: A Unified Commitment to Student Success On 7 September, a diverse group of alumni, friends and university staff converged at the Great North Run start line. Their shared objective was clear: support the Newcastle University Student Fund by tackling the 13.1‑mile course from the city to South Shields. Every kilometre covered contributed to scholarships, […]
Summer‑Season Records and Milestones The New Castle University community delivered a record‑setting summer of sporting achievement in 2025. Over 20 varsity‐level teams conquered their leagues, 2,190 student athletes participated in national and international events, and the university’s overall ranking climbed to 8th place in the BUCS league among 160 institutions. From the track and field track […]
