Dr Morton's projects have led to new discoveries about the Sun, the influence of its changing atmosphere and the origins of the solar wind.

Researcher recognised worldwide for 'outstanding contribution' to solar physics 

Dr Steven Poulter from Durham University believes that analysing 'vector trace' cells could lead to earlier diagnosis and treatment.

Durham University scientists discover brain cell that could help detect dementia

A team at the North Tees and Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust has become the first in the UK to start using a new COVID-19 treatment on patients.

North Tees and Hartlepool hospitals first in the UK to use new Covid treatment

Scientists at work researching seaweed enzymes. ITV pictures

An enzyme found on seaweed and discovered by scientists at Newcastle University is revolutionising the way we clean our clothes.

Seaweed Enzyme makes cleaning laundry more environmentally friendly

The research team from North Tees and Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust has been recognised for its work for finding treatments for people with Covid-19. Photo from North Tees and Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust.

Their work looks at how people hospitalised with the virus can be treated.

Teesside team recognised for work to treat Covid-19

A generic stock photograph from PA Images shot inside the New Etherow Building's Laboratory on the AstraZeneca site in Macclesfied in 2012.

Plans to innovate new ways of cutting waste and drastically reducing household water use in Newcastle, Northumberland, and North Tyneside have been given a cash boost.

Millions of pounds to help create jobs with North East green project

Middlesbrough Council photo of Mayor Andy Preston in a face mask

Middlesbrough's Mayor has repeated his plea for the town to "get ahead of the game" and start wearing face masks immediately. Andy Preston's message has also been echoed by the town's Director of Public Health Mark Adams who called for a "team effort".

Middlesbrough's Mayor urges residents to wear face masks immediately

Some of us were treated to a spectacular view last night. You were out with your cameras and we were out with ours.

Last night's lunar eclipse caught on camera

Scientists in Newcastle have made a major breakthrough in tackling a worldwide shortage of eye donors after 3D printing human corneas.

First 3D printed human corneas made by Newcastle University scientists

A scientist at the University of York has found that part of the brain used for daydreaming also helps us to do things "on autopilot".

York scientist finds 'autopilot' brain is real

It is one of the most spectacular astronomical events you can see with the naked eye. But will the clouds clear in time to see it?

Look out for the Perseid Meteor Shower

Science Museum Group will loan Stephenson’s Rocket, one of Britain’s most iconic feats of engineering, to the Great Exhibition of the North.

Stephenson Rocket is returning to the North East

The Urban Sciences Building will be a ‘living laboratory’ for research to make urban centres more sustainable for future generations.

First look at Newcastle Uni's new £58m Sciences building

A new study by Newcastle University revealed finding the sound of eating unbearable could be the sign of a medical condition

Irritated by noisy eaters? This could be why

Scientists from Durham Uni have helped make a helium discovery which could help life-saving work in medicine.

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