‘Hiccuping’ stars caught in action in world first

Research Breakthrough | 18 December, 2024

A giant ‘hiccuping’ star has been documented for the first time in the final stages of its life before exploding in a spectacular supernova by an international team of astronomers including from Queen’s University Belfast.

Astronomy, Astrophysics

Queen’s partners with international team to develop sustainable technologies for e-waste recycling

Sustainability | 18 December, 2024

Queen’s University Belfast researchers are part of an international team that has been awarded £2.9 million to develop sustainable technologies for electronic (e-waste) recycling in Malaysia.

green chemistry, sustainability, technology, recycling, environment

Chemistry

Queen’s named in top 30% of NI companies for environmental leadership

SUSTAINABILITY | 18 December, 2024

Queen’s has been awarded Platinum status for the second consecutive year – the highest scoring level – in the 2024 Northern Ireland Environmental Benchmarking Survey.

Sustainability

CWI researchers scoop prestigious Fellowship double honour

17 December, 2024

Two academics from the Centre for Wireless Innovation (CWI) in the School of Electronics, Electrical Engineering and Computer Science at Queen’s have been singled out for prestigious and rare Fellowships.

Technology

Queen’s Professor awarded 2024 British Thoracic Society Medal

RECOGNITION | 17 December, 2024

Professor Stuart Elborn CBE, Honorary Professor of Medicine at Queen’s University Belfast, has been awarded the 2024 British Thoracic Society (BTS) Medal. 

Health

Queen’s launches Annual Report 2023–24

UNIVERSITY NEWS | 16 December, 2024

The latest report showcases record-breaking research as well as achievements in gender equality, global partnerships, sustainability and civic engagement.

Determined Ukrainian student earns Masters in AI with Queen's offering "sense of belonging"

GRADUATION | 13 December, 2024

Yelyzaveta Razumovska graduates with a Masters in AI from Queen’s while her family remain in war-torn Ukraine, is now undertaking PhD.

Queen’s student balances biochemistry and rowing to achieve World Championship glory

GRADUATION | 13 December, 2024

Rower Ciaran Purdy is graduating from Queen’s today with a degree in Biochemistry, after winning gold in the U23 World Rowing Championships earlier this year, just days after his final exam.

Queen’s ranked in the top 4% worldwide for Sustainability in esteemed QS Sustainability Rankings

SUSTAINABILITY | 12 December, 2024

Queen’s University Belfast has been globally recognised for its commitment to integrating climate action into all activity by the prestigious QS Sustainability Rankings 2025.  

Sustainability

Research explores path to a Just Transition for Northern Ireland

ENVIRONMENT & SOCIETY | 12 December, 2024

Researchers from Northern Ireland’s social policy hub ARK, a joint initiative by Queen’s and Ulster University, have released a new policy brief exploring how a ‘Just Transition’ in Northern Ireland could be achieved.

Climate Change, Environment, Governance, Northern Ireland, Society, Sustainability

Graduate creates first of its kind ulcer prevention resource for people with learning disabilities

GRADUATION | 12 December, 2024

Aaron Smyth is graduating today having used his creativity throughout his studies to empower people with learning disabilities and help to advance inclusive healthcare education.

Midwifery graduate honours late mother’s memory

GRADUATION | 12 December, 2024

Caitlín Mooney graduates today with a degree in Midwifery after suffering the loss of her mother, she is now dedicated to supporting women and their families with compassion and care.

Game-changing Queen’s graduate raises pancreatic cancer awareness

12 December, 2024

Glenn McDowell is graduating today having combined his passion for nursing with creativity to create game to enhance early diagnosis of pancreatic cancer.

The Queen’s nursing graduate who went from full-time carer to top of the class

GRADUATION | 12 December, 2024

Patrina Loughran is graduating today top of her class having balanced motherhood and caregiving with her studies, winning national awards and mentoring peers along the way.

 Queen’s graduate launches 'Makaton Mondays' to make healthcare communication more accessible

GRADUATION | 12 December, 2024

Claire Thompson graduates today with a degree in Learning Disability Nursing, having introduced the ‘Makaton Mondays’ initiative to promote accessible communication for people with learning disabilities.

Queen’s graduate’s life-changing diagnosis leads to a dream career in nursing

GRADUATION | 12 December, 2024

Abby Robinson is graduating today with a degree in Children and Young People Nursing and lands job in same hospital where she was cared for as a child.

Inspiring graduate defies cancer to achieve PhD success and become leader in public health in Kuwait

GRADUATION | 12 December, 2024

Dr. Mariam Mansouri is graduating today with a PhD in Medicine following a cancer battle, returning to Kuwait to take up a leadership role in public health.

Queen’s PhD graduate turns grief into strength to achieve academic success

GRADUATION | 11 December, 2024

Dr Natasha Kennedy is graduating with a PhD in English Literature after dealing with profound loss and grief during her studies.

Entrepreneurial Queen’s graduate balancing academic excellence with business success

GRADUATION | 11 December, 2024

Ruchira Rangaprasad is graduating today with a Master’s in Marketing as she looks to continue to grow her business.

Rugby Star Iain Henderson among five distinguished leaders to receive Honorary Degrees from Queen's

GRADUATION | 10 December, 2024

Irish professional rugby player Iain Henderson is among those receiving Honorary Degrees from Queen’s University Belfast this December.

All-Island Cancer Alliances Partnership forged between University College Dublin and Queen’s

HEALTH | 10 December, 2024

Today marks the launch of a unique three-year partnership between two leading academic institutions on the island of Ireland focused on cancer research and innovation.

Cancer, Cancer Research, Health

Determined graduate earns PhD from Queen’s after overcoming serious motorbike accident

GRADUATION | 10 December, 2024

Dr Jessica White is graduating today having studied the biomechanics of those who faced mobility challenges in medieval Ireland, while recovering from her own serious injuries.

Innovative planner graduates with big ambitions for the North Coast

GRADUATION | 10 December, 2024

Caolan O’Neill is a Planning and Development Masters graduate who undertook a transformative planning project in Portstewart’s Cromore Estate during his studies.

Queen’s part of new £10 million project to build stronger communities across the UK

10 December, 2024

Queen’s University Belfast is one of the lead partners in an ambitious new £10 million project which aims to build stronger, more resilient communities.

Graham awarded contract for new iREACH Health clinical research innovation centre

iREACH HEALTH | 10 December, 2024

Queen’s University Belfast has awarded Graham a £39m construction contract to build two new state-of-the-art buildings beside the Belfast City Hospital as part of the planned 8,500m² iREACH Health facility.

Health

Social worker earns PhD after bumpy start at Queen's

GRADUATION | 9 December, 2024

Dr James Todd is celebrating completing his PhD at Queen’s University Belfast today, marking the culmination of a journey that has spanned decades of lifelong learning, overcoming health challenges, and supporting those in need.

UK-wide study discovers way to treat feverish babies with suspected sepsis without invasive tests

HEALTH | 9 December, 2024

In the largest study of its kind in the UK, a research team from Queen’s University Belfast have discovered a new way to treat young babies who have a fever and could be at risk of sepsis or other serious bacterial infections.

Options Technology helps row the boat at Queen’s

5 December, 2024

Home grown global tech company Options Technology is set to have a transformative effect on the Queen’s Rowing Academy in a new partnership which will develop student athletes at the University.

Queen’s research shows productivity gap in Northern Ireland has widened

ECONOMY & SOCIETY | 5 December, 2024

A research report from Queen’s Business School has found that the productivity gap in Northern Ireland has significantly widened, with its ranking dropping from 7th to 10th place out of the UK’s 12 regions. 

Business, Northern Ireland, Society

Murphy announces £55m investment in the Future Medicines Institute

HEALTH | 4 December, 2024

Economy Minister Conor Murphy has launched the Future Medicines Institute (FMI), a £55 million industry-led collaborative initiative aimed at advancing the north’s Precision Medicine sector.

Cancer, Health, Health Sciences

Queen’s Professor ‘Outstanding Clinical Researcher’ winner at Cystic Fibrosis Trust Awards

RECOGNITION | 4 December, 2024

Professor Alan Smyth from Queen’s University has been awarded ‘Outstanding Clinical Researcher’ at the Cystic Fibrosis Trust 60th Anniversary Awards

Health

New study reveals how your stress levels are affecting your dog

ANIMAL WELFARE | 3 December, 2024

Recent research reveals your pooch can detect when your stress levels are heightened, and that they subsequently mirror your emotions during this time.

Animal Welfare, Biological Sciences

Net Zero Champion named Queen’s Graduate of the Year 2024

3 December, 2024

Queen’s graduate, Founder and Managing Director of AES Engineering Group Chris Rea, has been announced as the University’s Allstate NI Graduate of the Year 2024.

New exhibition depicts the hidden lives of Belfast's LGBTQ+ history

SOCIETY | 2 December, 2024

The Oughley shed exhibition depicts the duality of the life of David Strain, through one of its most important aspects: his country shed.

History

Queen’s advances community research with £1m partnership network

2 December, 2024

Queen’s sweeps the board at Innovate UK awards

29 November, 2024

Queen's scored a hat-trick at this week's Innovate UK national awards, which celebrate high achievement in Knowledge Transfer Partnerships (KTPs) between universities and businesses.

Architecture, Natural and Built Environment, Planning

Queen's to lead innovative all-island project to tackle lung cancer

HEALTH | 28 November, 2024

Queen's University Belfast has secured a significant grant to lead a groundbreaking project aimed at establishing lung cancer screening programmes across the island of Ireland.

Cancer, Cancer Research, Medicine, Research Impact, Respiratory

Queen’s and Dundee researchers to co-lead novel research into causes of a ‘forgotten’ cancer

HEALTH | 28 November, 2024

Researchers from Queen’s University Belfast and the University of Dundee have been awarded generous funding to investigate the causes and treatment for a subtype of oesophageal cancer.

Cancer, Cancer Research

US Congressman announces key transatlantic partnership to improve cancer research

HEALTH | 27 November, 2024

As part of a visit to Queen’s University Belfast and University College Dublin, US Congressman Tim Kennedy announced a unique partnership between Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Centre in New York and the All-Island Cancer Research Institute.

Cancer, Cancer Research, Health

Queen’s hosted British Academy lecture exploring anti-imperial epistemic justice and human rights

SOCIETY | 27 November, 2024

Queen’s University recently hosted this year’s British Academy lecture, exploring anti-imperial epistemic justice and the politics of human rights.

Global peace, Law, Peace studies, Society

Queen’s unveils two new portraits of influential women in its Great Hall

26 November, 2024

Two new portraits will feature in Queen's Great Hall alongside many great figures with connections to the University throughout its 180 year history.

Sonrai and Queen’s University host 'AI in Cancer Diagnostics' event culminating their partnership

HEALTH | 26 November, 2024

Sonrai Analytics (Sonrai), an AI precision medicine company, and Queen’s successfully hosted the 'AI in Cancer Diagnostics' event bringing together patients, medical professionals, and industry leaders to discuss the role of AI in cancer analysis.

Queen’s University Belfast and Aston University collaborate to offer dual award PhD

UNIVERSITY NEWS | 21 November, 2024

Queen’s University Belfast is collaborating with Aston University in Birmingham to offer dual award PhD degrees.

Queen’s University statement on the passing of Ken Reid

20 November, 2024

Former UTV political editor had received a Chancellor's Medal earlier this year for his services to journalism.

Male Experience of Intimate Partner Violence a 'Major Issue'

20 November, 2024

Male experiences of Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) is a major issue requiring immediate attention according to new research carried out at Queen’s.

Mental Health, Psychological trauma, Psychology, Social Justice, Society

Queen’s Professor Awarded World’s Most Prestigious Food Science Prize

FOOD SECURITY | 20 November, 2024

At a recent ceremony hosted in Copenhagen, Professor Rudolf Krska from Queen’s University Belfast was honoured with this year’s Nils Foss Excellence Prize.

Biological Sciences, Biology, Food Integrity

Lung, bowel, breast, upper gastrointestinal cancer & melanoma incidence & survival statistics for NI

HEALTH | 20 November, 2024

The Queen’s University Northern Ireland Cancer Registry (NICR) today released the official statistics on lung, bowel, breast, melanoma and upper gastrointestinal cancer diagnosed in Northern Ireland during 1993-2022.

Cancer, Cancer Research, Health

Queen's-led project to drive better health outcomes and local economy with AI

18 November, 2024

Queen’s University and Ulster University have been successful in a major, UK government funding award to train a new generation of PhD students in the joint area of AI and bio-sciences.

Big Data, Biological Sciences, Health data, Public Health

Women more likely to suffer from stroke and heart failure undergoing kidney dialysis – new study

HEALTH | 18 November, 2024

New research has found that women have a higher risk of developing cardiovascular issues, including stroke and heart failure, when undergoing dialysis for kidney failure.

Health, Health Sciences

DJ Annie Mac, RTÉ’s Miriam O’Callaghan and former Taoiseach among those honoured by Queen’s

15 November, 2024

The University has conferred six people as Honorary Graduates for their contributions to the arts, broadcasting, public life, community and agri-food industry.

Global Innovation Summit 2024 concludes with the Power of Partnership 

14 November, 2024

Queen’s and Ulster University honour US Special Envoy Joe Kennedy III at honorary degree ceremony

RECOGNITION | 13 November, 2024

At a special ceremony held in Stormont on Wednesday, Queen’s University Belfast and Ulster University were delighted to award US Special Envoy for Northern Ireland Joe Kennedy III with two prestigious honorary doctorates.

Global Innovation Summit 2024: Day Two - Harnessing Inclusiveness for Sustainable Growth

13 November, 2024

As the Global Innovation Summit (GIS) 2024 continues, Day Two emphasises a critical pillar of long-term sustainable innovation: inclusiveness.

Global Innovation Summit 2024 Takes Off: A Stellar Start at Queen’s University Belfast

12 November, 2024

The highly anticipated Global Innovation Summit (GIS) 2024 ‘launched’ today with world-renowned physicist Brian Cox taking centre stage as the ‘star’ attraction.

Queen’s University in major, all-island sustainable energy project

8 November, 2024

Queen’s University Belfast is to partner in a major, all-Ireland geothermal-energy project designed to reduce Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions in order to help meet Net Zero commitments.

Energy, Environment, Natural and Built Environment, Sustainability

NI voters are clear how they want MLAs to vote on the Windsor Framework

SOCIETY | 7 November, 2024

The vast majority of voters have expressed strong views on how their MLAs should vote in the upcoming democratic consent vote on the core provisions of the Protocol/Windsor Framework.

Northern Ireland, Politics, Society

World-renowned County Down vet awarded prestigious title

6 November, 2024

Professor Simon Doherty, Senior Lecturer at Queen’s University Belfast, has been awarded an Honorary Professor of Practice for his remarkable dedication to his field.

Animal Welfare, Food Integrity

Study uses wastewater to track flu variants which could detect next pandemic at an early stage

HEALTH | 6 November, 2024

Researchers from Queen’s University Belfast have discovered a cutting-edge way to track both human and avian flu variants using wastewater. 

Biological Sciences, Health, Respiratory

Toddlers, Tech and Talk: Groundbreaking Study into How Children Under Three Use Technology

SOCIETY & EDUCATION | 4 November, 2024

A major study, the first of its kind, has revealed key insights into the extent to which children aged 0-36 months, have access to digital technology in the home, how they use it and how it supports their language development.

Children's Rights, Education

Major kidney disease research charity donates £600,000 gift for medical research at Queen's

UNIVERSITY NEWS | 1 November, 2024

The Northern Ireland Kidney Research Fund has donated the gift for research into kidney disease.

£8 million academic-industry partnership launched to secure communication networks of the future

25 October, 2024

Governments and industry can be more confident in the security of future telecommunications networks with the launch of a major new training programme this week

Cyber Security

Queen’s to strengthen role in global policymaking with new research centre

UNIVERSITY NEWS | 25 October, 2024

The new Centre for Public Policy and Administration (CPPA) will serve to further build on the University’s significant impact on global policy.

‘Connect’ project in hospitals reduces violence and demand on public services

SOCIETY | 24 October, 2024

A new report reveals youth workers in emergency departments helped over 1,400 young people escape violence and exploitation in one year.

Criminal justice, Criminology, Sociology

Queen's Signs MoU with Masaryk University to Advance Research and Education in Autism

UNIVERSITY NEWS | 24 October, 2024

Queen’s University Belfast signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Masaryk University (MUNI) in the Czech Republic, building on the impactful community outreach work of Professor Karola Dillenburger.

Autism Spectrum Disorders

Queen’s Business School Partner with Compass Advocacy Network on Transformative Community Project

SOCIETY | 23 October, 2024

Students from Queen’s Business School participated in a transformative community impact project with charity, Compass Advocacy Network (CAN), to transform their facilities.

Queen's and Belfast City Airport Support Children with Autism on First Flight Around Belfast

SOCIETY | 22 October, 2024

Queen’s and Belfast City Airport recently hosted a special ‘Autism in the Air’ event, giving 17 children with autism and their families the opportunity to experience the full airport journey, including a flight across Belfast.

Autism Spectrum Disorders

Inclusive film screenings at Queen’s aim to address hate crime

COMMUNITY | 16 October, 2024

To kickstart Hate Crime Awareness Week 2024, Queen’s Film Theatre (QFT) has hosted a special event to help promote understanding and combat hate crime.

Cultural Life, Film and Drama, Northern Ireland

New outcomes agreement between Queen’s and Department for Economy seeks to improve education impact

16 October, 2024

Queen’s University Belfast and the Department for the Economy have signed the first Northern Ireland Higher Education Outcomes Agreement between them.

Queen’s partners with international team to further develop early detection test for bladder cancer

HEALTH | 15 October, 2024

Researchers from Queen’s University, the University of Dhaka, the International Agency for Research on Cancer, and the British Geological Survey are combining their expertise to further develop a urine-based early detection test for bladder cancer.

Cancer, Cancer Research, Health

Queen’s hosts Dr Temple Grandin to celebrate 100 Years of Agriculture, Food and Biological Science

INSTITUTE FOR GLOBAL FOOD SECURITY | 14 October, 2024

This week, Queen’s University Belfast excitingly welcomes renowned American academic and animal behaviour expert, Dr Temple Grandin to campus.

Animal Welfare, Biological Sciences, Environment, Food Integrity, Research Impact

Academic leads expert group shaping Irish Government's Student Participation Implementation Plan

SOCIETY | 11 October, 2024

Professor Laura Lundy from Queen's led an expert group on student participation to advise the Department of Education in the Republic of Ireland on how best to improve its work involving children and young people in policy development.

Children's Rights

Queen’s academic recipient of US-UK Fulbright Global Challenges Teaching Award

UNIVERSITY NEWS | 11 October, 2024

Professor Philip McGowan, from the School of Arts, English and Languages has been awarded a 2024–25 US-UK Fulbright Global Challenges Teaching Award from the American Association of Colleges and Universities and the US-UK Fulbright Commission.

The Northern Ireland Clinical Research Facility showcases clinical research capabilities

iREACH HEALTH | 10 October, 2024

The Northern Ireland Clinical Research Facility (NICRF) recently featured two showcase days for anyone wanting to know more about clinical trial infrastructure to support clinical trials or clinical research.

Health

Record-breaking year for Queen’s as research results reach an all-time high

RECOGNITION | 10 October, 2024

The latest research performance results from Queen’s University Belfast indicate 2023-24 was a record-breaking year.

Research Impact

Queen’s Professor appointed to Ireland’s Health Research Board

RECOGNITION | 10 October, 2024

Ireland's Minister for Health, Stephen Donnelly, has appointed Professor Mark Lawler as a new Board Member at the Health Research Board (HRB).

Cancer, Cancer Research, Health

Black hole destroys one star and then goes after another in major cosmic discovery

RESEARCH BREAKTHROUGH | 10 October, 2024

A massive black hole has torn apart one star and is now using that stellar wreckage to pummel another star or smaller black hole in a discovery that solves a mystery which had perplexed astronomers for years.

Astronomy, Astrophysics

Queen's archaeology project to benefit from multi-million pound investment by UK Government

FUNDING AWARD | 8 October, 2024

A Queen's initiative is to benefit from a major, national investment by the UKRI Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC) which has unveiled 31 projects to grow the UK heritage economy and safeguard heritage science for future generations.

Archaeology, Conservation and Ecology

Queen's and Ulster University launch Collaborative Research Culture Initiative in Northern Ireland

UNIVERSITY NEWS | 8 October, 2024

Queen's and Ulster University have announced a joint Research Culture Initiative aimed at nurturing a collaborative research and innovation environment across Northern Ireland.

Research Impact

Universities explore US-Ireland relations and peacebuilding

SOCIETY | 7 October, 2024

The three universities that make up the former Queen's Colleges in Ireland recently partnered with the Irish Institute of Boston College to explore US-Ireland relations and peacebuilding.

Global peace, Northern Ireland, Peace studies

R Future: Queen’s celebrates inaugural graduates of youth leadership programme

5 October, 2024

New Space Enterprise Lab opens at Queen’s AMIC Harbour

ADVANCED MANUFACTURING INNOVATION CENTRE | 4 October, 2024

A new NI Space Enterprise Lab (SEL) was launched at Queen’s AMIC Harbour site providing users with access to the latest collaborative technology, resources and expertise – the latest addition to the Satellite Applications Catapult’s UK-wide network.

Space

Secretary of State for Northern Ireland joins CSIT’s 15 Year Celebrations

4 October, 2024

Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, The Rt Hon Hilary Benn, has opened CSIT’s Cyber Security Summit highlighting its importance on the global cyber security stage.

Cyber Security

Queen’s invites public to explore the world of social science at ESRC Festival of Social Science

SOCIETY | 3 October, 2024

The UK’s biggest celebration of social science research returns this October for its 22nd year. The aim of the festival is to show how social science is key to understanding the world around us.

Society

Lord Mayor and Infrastructure Minister get wheels turning on all-inclusive cycle parking facilities

SUSTAINABILITY | 3 October, 2024

Belfast Lord Mayor Councillor Micky Murray and Infrastructure Minister John O’Dowd have visited Queen’s University Belfast to launch three unique on-campus cycle parking facilities at a ‘Transforming Travel Through Partnership’ event.

sustainability, active travel, cycling, bike parking

Sustainability

Queen’s astronomer on groundbreaking asteroid mission

Space Research | 3 October, 2024

A Belfast-based astronomer is gearing up for the culmination of over 20 years of preparation when he takes part in the European Space Agency’s (ESA) first ever planetary-defence mission, to help ward off the threat of an asteroid crashing into Earth.

Astronomy, Astrophysics

US Special Envoy Joe Kennedy III to inspire poetry at Queen’s

2 October, 2024

US Special Envoy to Northern Ireland for Economic Affairs, Joe Kennedy III, visited the Seamus Heaney Centre at Queen’s University Belfast to officially open a room named in his honour.

Education, Poetry

Queen's-led research explains global rise in atheism and shows atheists outnumber theists in the UK

SOCIETY | 2 October, 2024

An interdisciplinary team of researchers, led by Queen’s, has launched interim results of a landmark global project ‘Explaining Atheism’, which shows that the UK now has more atheists than theists and explains why atheism has grown across the globe.

Anthropology, Society

Brian Cox is the ‘star’ attraction as Queen’s hosts global leaders at major conference

UNIVERSITY NEWS | 2 October, 2024

World-renowned experimental physicist Professor Brian Cox and Tech Women Today Founder Cecilia Harvey are among the big names speaking at a major conference being hosted at Queen’s University Belfast in November.

Queen’s students top of the class in elite level sport

QUEEN'S SPORT | 1 October, 2024

Students and alumni of Queen’s University are in the spotlight for reaching the pinnacle of success in their chosen sports. 

Queen’s Secures £6.25m UKRI Award to Revolutionise UK Supply Chains

UNIVERSITY NEWS | 30 September, 2024

Queen's has secured a £6.25m funding award from UK Research and Innovation (UKRI), as part of its Building a Secure and Resilient World strategic theme, to model and reimagine supply chains across the UK in food, critical minerals and fashion.

City Deal, Sustainability

Mitchell Institute Co-Hosts Major Conference with Harvard University

SOCIETY | 27 September, 2024

The Senator George J. Mitchell Institute for Global Peace, Security and Justice recently co-hosted a major international conference at Queen's 'Leaders Making Peace: Incentives towards Post-Conflict Peacebuilding'.

Global peace, Peace studies

George Mitchell attends unveiling of new plans for centre in his name at Queen’s

UNIVERSITY NEWS | 26 September, 2024

George Mitchell attends unveiling of new plans for centre in his name at Queen’s and hears how he changed the life of a ‘peace baby.’

Belfast hosts European partners on flagship, environmental project

Applied Research | 26 September, 2024

A three-day visit to Belfast by leading experts and academics from across Europe is growing the city’s status as a model in 'nature-based solutions' for climate resilience

Conservation and Ecology, Environment, Environmental Planning, Natural and Built Environment

‘Retaining graduate talent is key to future-proofing NI economy’ Queen’s VC tells Labour Conference

25 September, 2024

As Northern Ireland strives to build a more sustainable and competitive economy, Queen’s University Belfast has made a resounding call to prioritise retaining graduate talent within the region during the Labour Party’s Annual Conference in Liverpool.

Politics

Queen’s and TCD collaborate on new digital archive capturing the artistic legacy of the Irish border

ARTS & CULTURE | 24 September, 2024

A new digital archive capturing the artistic legacy of the Irish border has recently been launched by academics from Queen’s and Trinity College Dublin.

Creative Arts, Music and Sonic Arts

Seamus Heaney Fellows for 2024-25: Fiona Benson, Jan Carson, and Declan Lawn and Adam Patterson

ARTS & CULTURE | 23 September, 2024

The Seamus Heaney Centre at Queen’s has announced the appointments of Fiona Benson, Jan Carson, and Declan Lawn and Adam Patterson as the new Seamus Heaney Centre Fellows for 2024-25. 

Creative Arts, Poetry

Queen’s ranks among top 30 universities in UK

UNIVERSITY NEWS | 20 September, 2024

Queen’s University Belfast has once again been crowned the number one university in Northern Ireland, according to The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025.

Queen’s hosted event exploring social and community farming in Northern Ireland

SOCIETY | 19 September, 2024

As part of Good Relations Week 2024, Queen’s recently hosted Cultivating opportUNiTY with Social and Community Farming, an event that explored the transformative potential of social and community farming in fostering good relations across NI.

Agriculture, Society

Queen’s communications team is top of the world!

UNIVERSITY NEWS | 18 September, 2024

The Strategic Communications Directorate has been named the ‘in-house team of the year’ at the global PRCA Platinum Awards, dubbed the Oscars of the PR industry.

Consuming berries, tea and red wine may reduce the risk of dementia, new study shows

18 September, 2024

New research has found that those who consume more foods rich in flavonoids, such as berries, tea, red wine and dark chocolate, could lower their risk of dementia.

Biological Sciences, Health, Health Sciences

Queen’s welcomes new Palestinian scholars to Belfast

16 September, 2024

The Copty Scholarship is a fully funded scholarship by the the Copty family and Queen’s University Belfast, which today welcomed two scholars to Queen's.

Queen’s academic appointed President of European Association for Behaviour Analysis

RECOGNITION | 16 September, 2024

Professor Karola Dillenburger from the School of Social Sciences, Education and Social Work at Queen’s has been elected as the incoming President of the European Association for Behaviour Analysis (EABA).

Autism Spectrum Disorders

Groundbreaking initiative unveils new top 10 research priorities to tackle sepsis

HEALTH | 13 September, 2024

A major breakthrough in the fight against sepsis, one of the UK's most deadly health threats, has been announced today.

Health

Diaries discovered by academics part of new BBC drama series ‘Hidden Belfast, Forbidden Love'

SOCIETY | 12 September, 2024

The diaries of David Strain, a linen merchant who documented the lives of gay people in 1930s Belfast, were discovered by Dr Tom Hulme from Queen’s and Professor Leanne McCormick from Ulster University and have been adapted into a BBC drama.

History, Irish history

Laughter may be as effective as drops for dry eyes - new study

HEALTH | 12 September, 2024

Laughter may be as effective as eye drops in improving symptoms of dry eye disease, finds a clinical trial published by The BMJ today.

Health, Public Health

Queen’s adopts new evidence-based approach to support students around drug and alcohol use

UNIVERSITY NEWS | 12 September, 2024

Queen’s University Belfast and Queen’s Students’ Union have signed up to a UK-wide programme aimed at prioritising student wellbeing around drug and alcohol use.

BFI Fan Con takes place at Queen’s

CULTURE AND ARTS | 11 September, 2024

The first edition of the BFI FAN CON starts today at Queen’s Film Theatre and Queen’s University in Belfast, a new conference bringing together over 150 members of the BFI Film Audience Network (BFI FAN) from the exhibition sector.

Queen's Vice-Chancellor's statement on new Programme for Government

9 September, 2024

Queen’s Vice-Chancellor, Professor Sir Ian Greer, has urged for a more ambitious approach to investment in Higher Education in response to today's announcement.

Queen's academics selected for high-profile Fellowships

Staff Recognition | 9 September, 2024

Two academics from Queen’s University have been elected as Fellows of the prestigious Academy of Social Sciences.

Human Geography, Social Justice, Society, Sociology

Queen’s AMIC Joins as Main Sponsor for NI Manufacturing & Supply Chain Conference & Exhibition

ADVANCED MANUFACTURING INNOVATION CENTRE | 29 August, 2024

The Advanced Manufacturing Innovation Centre (AMIC) has been announced as the main sponsor for the upcoming Northern Ireland Manufacturing & Supply Chain Conference & Exhibition, the largest event of its kind in Northern Ireland.

City Deal, Innovation, Northern Ireland

Research explores the persistent presence of paramilitary groups in NI

SOCIETY | 28 August, 2024

Academics and practitioners from Queen’s, Ulster University, Co-operation Ireland and the Strategic Investment Board have published a new paper which explores the enduring presence and influence of armed and paramilitary groups in Northern Ireland.

Peace studies, Society

Full STEAM ahead for Queen’s community summer schemes

COMMUNITY | 23 August, 2024

This summer, two impactful initiatives highlight the pivotal role universities play in fostering community empowerment and collaboration to shape social change.

Urgent need to reinstate UK’s cancer plan to save lives, Queen's expert warns

20 August, 2024

There’s a ticking time bomb on cancer care with UK cases predicted to increase by 30% by 2040. However, without a designated cancer plan in place, there is fear that these figures could get significantly worse.

Biomedical Science, Cancer, Cancer Research, Health, Health data, Medicine, Public Health, Research Impact

Groundbreaking games hub to ‘console’ geeks at Queen’s

UNIVERSITY NEWS | 20 August, 2024

The new Reboot gaming facility will have something for everyone - retro arcade classics and a board gaming suite, top-tier games consoles such as Nintendo Switch and Xbox S, plus a state-of-the-art Esports Centre.

Queen’s announces first ever recipient for Mozambique PhD studentship

SCHOLARSHIPS | 20 August, 2024

The studentship has been funded by Kenmare Resources Plc and offers students from Mozambique the opportunity to further their education at the University's School of History, Anthropology, Philosophy and Politics.

Queen's research suggests late phase solar flares could disrupt communications on Earth

20 August, 2024

New findings from researchers at Queen’s University Belfast reveal that the late phase of a solar flare has a greater potential to disrupt Earth's communication systems than previously understood.

Astronomy, Astrophysics, Physics

Queen’s short courses delve into politics, heritage, feminism and more

EDUCATION | 15 August, 2024

This autumn/winter, the Open Learning programme at Queen’s features a rich and diverse range of courses, including one that explores the extraordinary life of social activist Mary Ann McCracken and other remarkable Belfast women.

Education

New study highlights extent of financial discrimination against cancer survivors

HEALTH | 14 August, 2024

A new study published today highlights that many of the current 20 million cancer survivors across Europe are being discriminated against in accessing financial services, including loans, mortgages, health and travel insurance.

Cancer, Cancer Research, Health

“Higher education requires planned, long-term investment to ensure economic prosperity" says VC

13 August, 2024

The need for a more sustainable funding model in Northern Ireland to ensure a prosperous economic future was today highlighted by Queen’s University’s President and Vice Chancellor, Professor Sir Ian Greer.

Young people need to protect their future by not getting involved in violence, says Queen’s VC

UNIVERSITY NEWS | 8 August, 2024

Queen’s Vice-Chancellor, Professor Sir Ian Greer, today urged young people not to put their personal futures at risk by partaking in violence and disruption.

Three Queen’s staff awarded prestigious national teaching fellowships

RECOGNITION | 8 August, 2024

Three members of staff from Queen’s University Belfast have each been awarded a National Teaching Fellowship (NTF).

Queen’s breaks ground on “Golden Mile’s” eco-friendly student accommodation

CORPORTATE NEWS | 7 August, 2024

The largest eco-friendly student accommodation on the island of Ireland is underway in Belfast City Centre as part of Queen’s University’s commitment to achieve nearly 3,000 beds to meet demand by 2029.

Queen's research details the public health risks of Lough Neagh harmful algal blooms

BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES | 6 August, 2024

Much of the foul-smelling, so-called algal mats banked up around the shore of Lough Neagh consist of bacteria primarily associated with faeces from livestock or human-effluent.

Agriculture, Animal Welfare, Biological Sciences, Conservation and Ecology, Environment, Health, Public Health

Making waves at Queen’s Lab family-fun day

OUTREACH | 5 August, 2024

On Saturday 3 August, Queen’s University Belfast’s Marine Lab in Portaferry once again welcomed the public to its annual Open Day as part of the Portaferry Sails and Sounds Festival which celebrates the rich maritime culture of the region.

New manifesto aims to addresses disastrous impact of armed conflict on cancer care

HEALTH | 2 August, 2024

A team of international cancer leaders have published a manifesto that highlights the immediate course of action needed to address the detrimental effects of armed conflict on cancer care, treatment and prevention.

Over 80 US students take part in the annual AHSS International Summer School

EDUCATION & SOCIETY | 30 July, 2024

As part of the annual AHSS Summer School 81 students from the US were introduced to the history, culture, and politics of Northern Ireland through academic sessions, engaging with local people, and visiting a range of historical and cultural sites.

Queen’s driving new, non-GPS technologies across UK

Research News | 26 July, 2024

A project to transform navigational tools on aircraft, submarines and autonomous vehicles is to go ahead at Queen’s University Belfast as part of a £160 million investment in ‘quantum’ technologies across the UK, it was announced today.

Technology

Researchers make blood vessels from people with diabetes and discover how they are damaged

HEALTH | 25 July, 2024

In a groundbreaking discovery, a team of researchers from Queen’s University has successfully grown a mini version of human blood vessels from people with diabetes.

Diabetes, Health

Queen's research shows how healthy animals could combat the climate crisis

24 July, 2024

Across the world, farmers and governments are under growing pressure to address emissions from livestock, leading to calls to reduce livestock numbers.

Climate Change, Food Integrity

Queen’s students head stateside for transformative Study USA programme

UNIVERSITY NEWS | 22 July, 2024

The programme is celebrating its 30th year having been originally introduced to assist with the peace process in Northern Ireland.

Record number of Queen's students and graduates selected for the Olympics

RECOGNITION | 22 July, 2024

Queen’s University Belfast will send an unprecedented three students to Paris to compete in the 2024 Summer Olympics.

Queen's Sport

What’s going on with Chiron? New study investigates Solar System mystery

22 July, 2024

Planetary Astronomers at Queen’s University Belfast have conducted a study to uncover one of the Solar Systems biggest mysteries; what happened to Chiron?

Astrophysics, Mathematics, Physics, Space

New study finds mental health training for line managers linked to better business performance

BUSINESS & SOCIETY | 17 July, 2024

Mental health training for line managers is strongly linked to better business performance and could save companies millions of pounds in lost sick days every year, according to new research led by experts at Queen’s and the University of Nottingham.

Business, Management, Management Studies, Performance, Society

Latest student survey paints positive picture of Queen’s

16 July, 2024

The Office for Students have recently published their National Student Survey findings on student sentiments and experiences of universities across the UK.

Paws at Queen’s with UK first pet graduation ceremony

GRADUATION | 10 July, 2024

The University conferred 25 gradupets, which included a number of dogs, cats, and even a dwarf hamster, celebrating the furry friends who have supported their human through their time at Queen’s.  

Queen’s students to make history in the USA under Clinton fund

SCHOLARSHIPS | 10 July, 2024

The scholarship is designed to remove financial barriers for local students to undertake study opportunities in the USA during their degree at Queen’s to broaden horizons.

Queen’s University joins illustrious list of chemistry award-winners

STAFF HONOURS | 9 July, 2024

Professor Steven Bell and George Burton from the School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, have both won prestigious prizes from the Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC) – the only two awarded on the island of Ireland this year.

Chemistry

Queen’s Professor to lead specialized curriculum Guide for US social work education

SOCIETY | 5 July, 2024

Professor Joe Duffy has been commissioned by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) in the United States to lead the research and development of a 'Specialized Curricular Guide on Service User Involvement in Social Work Education'.

Society

Larne FC’s left-back nets degree from Queen’s

GRADUATION | 4 July, 2024

During the final year of his undergraduate course in Planning, Environment and Development, Micheál Glynn faced a pivotal moment when Larne Football Club, recognising his talent on the field, recruited him as a left-back in 2023.

Determined Queen’s PhD student graduates after fleeing disaster in home country to the UAE

GRADUATION | 3 July, 2024

Dr Asmahan Saleh is graduating today with a PhD in Applied Behaviour Analysis, after an explosion at Beirut Harbour forced her and her family to flee their home in Lebanon.

Graduation

“Not just a place where I studied but a place that shaped me”-inspiring Japanese student earns PhD

GRADUATION | 3 July, 2024

Yumi Omori is graduating today with a PhD in Sociology from the Mitchell Institute at Queen’s and a deep love for the island of Ireland after 10 years of living here. 

Graduation

World Irish dancing champion graduates from Queen’s 

GRADUATION | 3 July, 2024

Zara O’Gorman from Monaghan, is graduating from Queen’s University Belfast today with a degree in Law.  

Graduation, Law

China Medical University Graduation 2024

GRADUATION | 2 July, 2024

China Medical University – The Queen’s University Belfast Joint College (CQC) in Shenyang has celebrated its graduating class of 2024.

Skills and education investment is vital for the economy and society, says Queen’s

2 July, 2024

Queen’s University’s Vice Chancellor Professor Ian Greer has said that investment in skills and education is vital for the long-term success of the Northern Ireland economy.

Award-winning student graduates having secured PhD funding to help further his research

GRADUATION | 2 July, 2024

Reece Mills is graduating today with a Master’s in Marine Biology with Professional Studies having secured funding for a PhD.

Biological Sciences

Queen’s Maths and Physics student graduates with first industry-based PhD of its kind

GRADUATION | 2 July, 2024

In 2014, the Maths and Physics department at Queen’s introduced its first industry-based Engineering Doctorate (EngD) programme, in partnership with the University of Glasgow, Seagate Technologies. and the Irish Photonic Integration Centre.

Engineering, Graduation

Researcher says farmers’ perspectives need to be considered when reintroducing lynx and wolves

SOCIETY | 1 July, 2024

A researcher from Queen’s says farmers need to be listened to in the debate about reintroducing lynx and wolves to Britain and Ireland, centuries after they disappeared.

Agriculture, Environment, Society

Conference reimagines the concept and role of economic growth on the island of Ireland

SOCIETY | 1 July, 2024

Politicians, policymakers, researchers, thought leaders and members of civil society from around the island of Ireland recently came together to reimagine the concept and role of economic growth at the ‘Rethinking Growth Conference’.

Economics, Northern Ireland

Queen’s graduate whose dedication to others hits all the right notes 

GRADUATION | 29 June, 2024

Kate Lynch is graduating today with a degree in English and Politics and an exciting future continuing her work supporting young people through teaching. 

Graduation

Inspirational Jessica proves there are alternative routes to your dream career

GRADUATION | 29 June, 2024

Jessica Doak is graduating with an undergraduate degree in Adult Nursing from the School of Nursing and Midwifery at Queen’s today.

Graduation

Queen’s moves forward with divestment process

UNIVERSITY NEWS | 28 June, 2024

This follows the University’s recent pledge to cut ties with Israeli companies and companies on the UN blacklist following negotiations with stakeholders including the Students’ Union and Trade Unions.

Queen’s announce David Nash as winner of the Seamus Heaney First Collection Poetry Prize 2024

ARTS & CULTURE | 28 June, 2024

The Seamus Heaney Centre at Queen’s announce David Nash as the winner of the Seamus Heaney First Collection Poetry Prize 2024, supported by the Atlantic Philanthropies.

Creative Arts, Poetry

Queen’s graduate is a bright spark applying degree-learning to drive spinout company success

GRADUATION | 28 June, 2024

Aodhan Murray is graduating today with a degree in Electrical and Electronic Engineering as he looks to build on the success of his QUBIS-supported spinout company.

Award-winning Queen’s graduate combines engineering skills with sustainability to shape medical care

GRADUATION | 28 June, 2024

Caitlin Chee is graduating today with a Master’s in Product Design Engineering following a North American adventure on leadership and research programmes.

Mechanical engineering

Queen’s researchers collaborate on Vote Compass ahead of UK General Election

SOCIETY | 27 June, 2024

Dr Jamie Pow from Queen’s was part of a team of political scientists from across the UK involved in the development of Vote Compass.

Northern Ireland, Politics

Queen’s graduate sets up innovative clothing business for people who wear medical devices

GRADUATION | 27 June, 2024

A Business Management student who has set up an adaptive clothing company for people who wear medical devices, is celebrating graduating from Queen’s University Belfast today.

Business, Graduation

Talented Business graduate secures consulting role after playing active part in Queen’s student life

GRADUATION | 27 June, 2024

Guilherme Santos is graduating today with a degree in International Business with Spanish after playing an active role in QBS Connect.

Business, Graduation

NILT survey finds voters welcome immigrants, lean Left on the economy and Right on Social matters

SOCIETY | 26 June, 2024

New research from the Northern Ireland Life and Times (NILT) survey reveals that the adult population hold views that would be considered as Left-leaning with respect to economic policies and Right-leaning with respect to social matters.

Northern Ireland, Politics, Society, Sociology

Associate Pro-Vice-Chancellor appointed as Executive’s first Chief Scientific and Technology Adviser

UNIVERSITY NEWS | 26 June, 2024

Professor Helen McCarthy will play a key role in coordinating a regional strategy on science and technology across Northern Ireland.

Global leaders to receive Honorary Degrees from Queen’s

GRADUATION | 25 June, 2024

Leaders from across business, public service and academia are set to receive Honorary Degrees from Queen’s University Belfast during this year’s Summer Graduation.

Graduation

New study highlights all-island approach to data sharing can help save lives

HEALTH | 25 June, 2024

A new study published today highlights how a collaborative data science approach is revolutionising cancer research across the island of Ireland.

Big Data, Cancer, Cancer Research, Health, Health data

Queen’s report highlights emotional and personal impact of the Lough Neagh crisis

SOCIETY | 24 June, 2024

Queen’s today launched the first report focusing on the emotional and personal impact of the Lough Neagh blue-green algae ecological crisis.

Environment, Sustainability

Queen’s hosted event exploring productivity and skills 25 years after devolution

BUSINESS & ECONOMICS | 21 June, 2024

The Northern Ireland Productivity Forum at Queen’s Business School hosted an event to mark 25 years of devolution in Northern Ireland, reflecting on productivity and skills in the region.  

Business, Economics, Northern Ireland

Queen’s Professor winner of American Society of Nephrology 2024 Distinguished Leader Award

RECOGNITION | 21 June, 2024

Professor Charuhas V. Thakar from Queen’s University Belfast has been awarded the prestigious American Society of Nephrology 2024 Distinguished Leader Award.

Health, Health Sciences

Protocol/Windsor Framework crucial for voting decisions in the General Election in Northern Ireland

SOCIETY | 21 June, 2024

A new report from Queen’s reveals that for almost two-thirds of voters in Northern Ireland (NI) a candidate’s stance on the Protocol/Windsor Framework will be a deciding factor in their voting decision for the upcoming UK General Election.

Brexit, Northern Ireland, Politics

Queen’s becomes Accredited Living Wage Employer

UNIVERSITY NEWS | 20 June, 2024

Queen's University Belfast has become an accredited Living Wage Employer. 

Queen’s initiative will create 4,000 jobs in Northern Ireland

BELFAST REGION CITY DEAL | 19 June, 2024

Up to 4,000 jobs will be created in NI as a result of Queen’s £230 million programme of innovation across 3 innovation centres as part of the Belfast Region City Deal, with a funding commitment of £170m from the UK Government and NI Executive.

City Deal, Innovation, Northern Ireland

New chapter for the Seamus Heaney Centre at Queen’s as it opens landmark building

UNIVERSITY NEWS | 18 June, 2024

The Seamus Heaney Centre at Queen’s has opened a new landmark building that honours the legacy of Seamus Heaney and looks ahead to the future of poetry and creative writing on the island of Ireland. 

Creative Arts, Poetry

Queen's Co-Hosts Major Conferences with the University of Notre Dame

SOCIETY | 18 June, 2024

Queen's recently co-hosted two international Conferences in Belfast with the University of Notre Dame.

Conflict, Conflict Transformation, Global peace, Northern Ireland, Peace studies

Queen’s staff recognised in King’s Birthday Honours 2024

UNIVERSITY NEWS | 15 June, 2024

Honours are awarded by the King following recommendations by the prime minister or senior government ministers.

Community Wellbeing Kitchen seeks to improve the health and wellbeing in the Market area of Belfast

UNIVERSITY NEWS | 14 June, 2024

The Market area’s Community Wellbeing Kitchen is a collaborative initiative between Queen’s University, the Market Development Association and residents from the Market community of inner-south Belfast.

Queen’s ranks in top 200 Universities across the world for global sustainability impact

RANKINGS | 13 June, 2024

THE Impact Rankings include metrics based on the UN Sustainable Development Goals across four broad areas: research, teaching, outreach and stewardship.

Queen’s students make their mark on New York’s Wall Street

UNIVERSITY NEWS | 12 June, 2024

A group of students from Queen’s University have left their mark on Wall Street with a series of visits across New York’s Financial District.

Business Engagement, Queen's Sport

Queen's study identifies link between omega-3s and symptoms of psychosis in early adulthood

HEALTH | 12 June, 2024

The largest of its kind, this study tracked the blood test results of over 3,500 participants for a span of 17 years.

Health, Health Sciences, Medicine, Mental Health, Research Impact

Construction starts on Factory of the Future to reinvigorate Northern Ireland’s industrial potential

BELFAST REGION CITY DEAL | 11 June, 2024

Construction has started on a state-of-the-art Factory of the Future at Global Point in Newtownabbey led by Queen’s University Belfast, which is key to an exciting future for advanced manufacturing in Northern Ireland.

City Deal, Development, Engineering, Innovation, Northern Ireland, Planning

Queen’s University launches its Civic Mission: A commitment to collaboration and inclusivity

UNIVERSITY NEWS | 6 June, 2024

Today marked an important milestone for Queen’s as the University launches its civic mission by pledging to become a Civic University and University of Sanctuary.

Treble of awards for outstanding achievement in pharmaceutical sciences for Queen’s Professor

RECOGNITION | 4 June, 2024

Professor Ryan Donnelly from Queen’s University has won three prestigious awards for his exceptional research contribution to pharmaceutical sciences.

Health, Pharmacy

Olympic hopeful claims top prize at Queen’s Blues Awards

SPORT | 4 June, 2024

This year’s top individual prize winner at the Queen’s Blues Awards is chasing Olympic glory.

Queen's Sport

Red flag referral & screening routes shown to have better cancer survival rates in Northern Ireland

HEALTH | 4 June, 2024

A new report by the Northern Ireland Cancer Registry (NICR) at Queen’s has found red flag referral or screening routes provided patients with earlier cancer diagnosis & have been shown to provide better survival rates for people in Northern Ireland.

Cancer, Cancer Research

Queen's comms team is best in class

30 May, 2024

The Strategic Communications directorate at Queen’s has been named as ‘in-house team of the year’ at the Public Relations and Communications Association (PRCA) annual DARE awards.

Festivities in the air as Queen's celebrates historic Athena Swan Gold Award

30 May, 2024

Queen's University Belfast today hosted a celebration event in honour of being awarded the prestigious Athena Swan Gold status for its work in promoting gender equality in higher education.

New pay deal agreed between Queen’s and trade unions

30 May, 2024

The new pay deal will see a base salary increase of 13% over three years for all staff, a one-off payment and an additional day’s leave.

New Queen's study suggests potential long-term impact of global warming on sleep

ENVIRONMENT | 29 May, 2024

The first of its kind study suggests that changing seasons and dramatic shifts in extreme weather conditions are likely to impact sleep patterns.

Biological Sciences, Biology, Environment

Queen’s research shows willow buffers reduce the environmental footprint of farming

29 May, 2024

Researchers at Queen’s University in collaboration with the Agri-Food and BioSciences Institute (AFBI) have demonstrated how the use of willow buffers along water courses can be effective in reducing the environmental footprint of farming.

Queen’s Mitchell Institute Professor officially admitted into Royal Irish Academy

28 May, 2024

The RIA is an independent, all-island learned society which elects a small number of members each year for their distinguished contributions to scholarship and research.

Queen's hosts public event aimed at promoting best practice in public science

Public Event | 27 May, 2024

What is good science? And what is ethical research? A panel discussion at Queen’s University Belfast aims to address those very questions at an event open to the public.

Society

Translating Age: Celebrating the resilience and creativity of older migrant women in NI

CORPORATE | 24 May, 2024

A vibrant platform of life stories and experiences of older migrant women has been launched online by Queen’s University through an inspiring arts-based research project.

Queen’s embarks on international sporting tour of the US

CORPORATE | 23 May, 2024

Queen’s University Belfast is set to take over the east coast of the United States this summer as part of a series of engagements across sport, community and business.

Queen's Sport, USA

Queen’s academic awarded prestigious Professorship

HEALTH | 21 May, 2024

Professor of Ophthalmology at Queen’s University Belfast, Noemi Lois, has been honoured with The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh King James IV Professorship.

Health, Medicine

New Mozambique scholarship launched at Queen’s

21 May, 2024

A new postgraduate scholarship at Queen’s University will offer students from Mozambique the opportunity to further their education at the School of History, Anthropology, Philosophy and Politics at Queen’s (HAPP).

Cancer incidence and survival statistics for Northern Ireland 1993-2021

HEALTH | 21 May, 2024

The Queen’s University Northern Ireland Cancer Registry (NICR) today (Tuesday 21 May) released the official statistics on cancer diagnosed in Northern Ireland during 1993-2021.

Cancer, Health, Health data

New multi-million research project to improve quality of life for dementia patients

HEALTH | 20 May, 2024

A new €7.5 million research project involving a team of academics from Queen’s University Belfast seeks to improve the care and quality of life for those with advanced dementia living in care homes.

Queen’s is ‘moving the dial’ on mental health

UNIVERSITY NEWS | 17 May, 2024

It’s Mental Health Awareness Week and this year’s theme focuses on movement with the University hosting a number of events throughout the week.

Queen’s transformative research profiled at Balmoral Show

UNIVERSITY NEWS | 16 May, 2024

From asteroid models to ‘build your own virus’ from clay, to a DNA extraction experiment with strawberries, visitors to this year’s Balmoral Show will be able to engage with a range of cutting-edge research and technology at Queen’s stand.

Queen's CSIT centre and Rapid7 Launch AI Security Research Partnership

16 May, 2024

CSIT, the UK’s Innovation and Knowledge Centre for cyber security, and Rapid7, a leader in extended risk and threat detection, announced today a new security research partnership to drive innovation in cloud security.

Cyber Security

Queen’s University Belfast ranks in top 25 UK universities

UNIVERSITY NEWS | 16 May, 2024

Queen’s has climbed two places to reach the top 25 of universities in the UK and 28 subjects are in the top 20 in this year’s annual Complete University Guide rankings.

Space solar farms could ‘help solve global energy crisis’ with new research from Queen's

16 May, 2024

Queen's is at the centre of plans to harvest solar power in space to produce a potentially endless supply of net-zero energy and help turn around the world’s climate crisis.

Climate Change, Energy, Space

New fellowships programme will explore cardiovascular disease, cancer and other complex conditions

HEALTH | 15 May, 2024

A new “rising stars’ fellowships programme, co-led by Health Data Research UK (HDR UK) and Queen’s University Belfast, will enable six talented early career researchers to accelerate their careers for a future in health data science.

Cancer, Cancer Research, Health

NILT highlights experiences of accessing mental health services and impact of the conflict

SOCIETY | 14 May, 2024

The latest results from the Northern Ireland Life and Times (NILT) survey have found that the majority of respondents (75%) rated their mental health and wellbeing to be good, very good or excellent.

Mental Health, Northern Ireland, Society

New bacteria breakthrough may make existing antibiotics more effective

HEALTH | 14 May, 2024

Microbiologists at Queen’s University have made a breakthrough in bacteria research which could lead to increased effectiveness of currently available antibiotics, helping in the global fight against antibiotic resistance.

Health

New research project will improve care and support for parents who have experienced pregnancy loss

HEALTH | 13 May, 2024

A new research project called the PRESENT Study (PREgnancy loss, Self-compassion aNd Trauma), led by Queen’s University Belfast, will improve care and support for parents who have experienced pregnancy loss.

Queen’s Statement on the Middle East Conflict

UNIVERSITY NEWS | 9 May, 2024

Queen's University Belfast has today issued a statement reiterating the Vice Chancellor's call for an immediate ceasefire in the Palestine territory of Gaza.

Queen's gears up for #PedalThePeriphery charity cycle in aid of pancreatic cancer

HEALTH | 9 May, 2024

Researchers from Queen’s University Belfast are taking to the roads in June to support local pancreatic cancer charity, NIPANC.

Queen’s and partners support young people from across Belfast to boost tech skills

UNIVERSITY NEWS | 8 May, 2024

The University partnered with Impact Training and Telefónica Tech UK&I on coding academy for 16-19 year olds from North and West Belfast.

Queen's teams up with Ulster University for NI’s largest graduate recruitment fair

UNIVERSITY NEWS | 7 May, 2024

The annual fair provides a platform for final year students and recent graduates to explore potential careers with many graduate-level opportunities immediately available.

Queen’s welcomes Taoiseach on first official visit to Northern Ireland since taking office

UNIVERSITY NEWS | 3 May, 2024

The focus of today's visit has been on cross-border cooperation with the Taoiseach having the opportunity to hear more about key research initiatives being driven by the University and its role and investment in the Belfast Region City Deal.

Queen’s ranks in the top five in two student awards

RECOGNITION | 3 May, 2024

Queen’s University Belfast has been ranked the 5th best university in the UK, and Queen’s Students’ Union has been ranked number 3 in the UK in the ‘Whatuni Student Choice Awards 2024.’

Researchers at Queen’s trial new method to help understand living with dementia

HEALTH | 2 May, 2024

Researchers at Queen’s University have devised a new research method which used fictional characters with dementia to help people understand the condition in real life.

Ageing

Queen’s showcases the vital role of arts in conflict resolution to NYC audiences

UNIVERSITY NEWS | 2 May, 2024

The showcase included a one-day symposium reflecting on the role played by artists throughout the peace process and a performance of play Agreement at the Irish Arts Center in New York City.

Queen's academics speak at Yale University Peacebuilding Conference

SOCIETY | 30 April, 2024

Four academics from Queen's were recently invited speakers at a Yale University Colloquium, 'Building Peace Across Generations'.

Society

Potential new worlds rescued by citizens of Earth - people-powered project is 'out of this world'

CITIZEN SCIENCE | 25 April, 2024

Eagle-eyed, armchair astronomers have almost certainly made a number of thrilling discoveries, including two possible Jupiter-sized ‘exoplanets’ – planets outside our solar system – in an international, citizen-science project run out of Queen's

Astrophysics, Space

Queen’s hosted Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution Lonnie G. Bunch III

SOCIETY | 24 April, 2024

Queen’s welcomed Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, Lonnie G. Bunch III, for an ‘In Conversation’ discussion exploring the vital role museums play in dealing with difficult pasts and divided presents.

History

New report calls for Oncology Innovation Cluster to deliver cross-border health and economic impact

24 April, 2024

Today, Conor Murphy, Minister for the Economy, Northern Ireland and Dara Calleary, Minister of State for Trade Promotion, Digital and Company Regulation in Ireland will jointly launch the All-Island Oncology Industry Report.

Cancer, Cancer Research, Health

Queen’s University Belfast Lecturer named ‘World Vet of the Year 2024’

AGRI | 23 April, 2024

Dr Simon Doherty ‘thrilled’ to take home the prestigious World Veterinary Association title.

Agriculture, Animal Welfare

Queen’s University Belfast create new groundbreaking £12M research centre

HEALTH | 23 April, 2024

Researchers from Queen’s University Belfast have created a new £12M research centre to improve clinical trials for rare diseases.

Health, Health data

Queen’s announces new measures of support for at risk academics and students

UNIVERSITY NEWS | 23 April, 2024

The University is redoubling efforts through research and teaching, and through public and private spaces, to promote routes to peace, reconciliation and justice.

Pro-Vice-Chancellor named as Westminster lead for Science, Innovation and Technology

UNIVERSITY NEWS | 23 April, 2024

Professor Chris Johnson, Pro-Vice-Chancellor for Engineering and Physical Sciences at Queen’s University, has today been announced as the UK Government’s Chief Scientist in the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology.

Art exhibition exploring plastic waste kicks off sustainability and arts festival at Queen's

SUSTAINABILITY | 19 April, 2024

A new art exhibition which explores the impact of plastic waste on our oceans has kicked off a new sustainability and arts festival at Queen’s University Belfast.

Queen’s gets green light to build largest eco-friendly accommodation on island of Ireland

UNIVERSITY NEWS | 17 April, 2024

Permission for Northern Ireland’s first Passivhaus student accommodation has today been granted by Belfast City Council planning committee.

Queen’s academic awarded UNESCO Gender Equality role

RECOGNITION | 17 April, 2024

Professor Maria Lohan from the School of Nursing and Midwifery at Queen’s has been appointed as the first UNESCO Chair in Gender Equality focusing on ‘Masculinities and Gender Equality.’

Renowned experts discuss policing and politics in divided societies at Queen’s event

SOCIETY | 15 April, 2024

Queen’s hosted an event on ‘Policing and Politics in Divided Societies’ with guest speakers Dr Barbara Stephenson and Sir Hugh Orde. 

Policing, Politics

A People's Tapestry: Sharing Stories, Breaking Cycles, Building Connections

15 April, 2024

A photography project in Market community is aiming to tackle issues at the root of addiction and trauma.

Society

New AI project will aid early detection of age-related macular degeneration

HEALTH | 15 April, 2024

An innovative new EU research project called I-SCREEN will help with early detection of age-related macular degeneration (AMD), the most common cause of severe vision loss in individuals aged 55.

Dedicated chemistry collective restores and rededicates grave of Queen’s University science pioneer

RECOGNITION | 12 April, 2024

The grave of a Northern Irish scientific visionary has been rededicated in a special ceremony after weeks of restoration work in a Belfast cemetery.

New Queen's research shows sleeping habits of newborn deer are as individual as human infants

SCIENCE | 11 April, 2024

The first of its kind study tracked the sleeping behaviour of free-ranging fallow deer fawns during the first five weeks of life at Phoenix Park in Dublin.

Queen's University Belfast ranks among world’s best in 31 subjects

RECOGNITION | 11 April, 2024

Queen's has been named as one of the world’s top universities for the study of 31 subjects in the latest edition of the QS World University Rankings by Subject.

Esteemed ex-Queen’s professor AP de Silva honoured with Royal Society of Chemistry blue plaque

RECOGNITION | 11 April, 2024

A chemistry professor whose research was responsible for the development of a life-saving piece of medical equipment has been honoured with an illustrious blue plaque at Queen’s.

Queen's University in partnership for £16.3 million, new AI centre

INVESTMENT | 28 March, 2024

Invest Northern Ireland and the Department for the Economy today announced the £16.3M investment in new, state-of-the-art AI Collaboration Centre (AICC), to be based at Ulster University in partnership with Queen's University Belfast.

Big Data, Cyber Security

Arts and Sustainability merge at Queen’s for first ever ‘Reach’ Festival

SUSTAINABILITY | 28 March, 2024

Queen’s, in collaboration with the UN Sustainable Development Solutions Network (SDSN) Ireland, are hosting an inaugural arts and sustainability festival this April.

Queen's partners with local community to promote natural solutions to climate change

27 March, 2024

Visitors flocked to Belfast's Botanic Gardens for an Open Day to mark the next stage of the UPSURGE sustainability project - a partnership between Queen's University, Belfast City Council (BCC) and community group Friends of the Field (FOTF).

Climate Change, Conservation and Ecology, Environment, Environmental Planning, Natural and Built Environment, Sustainability

New research into intimate partner violence against men by Queen’s

SOCIETY | 27 March, 2024

Researchers from the School of Psychology at Queen’s University Belfast are recruiting male participants to take part in brand-new research investigating the experience and impact of intimate partner violence against men in Northern Ireland.

Creating stories with Fighting Words NI

27 March, 2024

Students from Queen’s University are partnering with Fighting Words NI to help local primary school children create their own stories.

Queen's University and MOBILion announce collaboration to advance food safety

HEALTH | 26 March, 2024

Queen's University and MOBILion Systems, Inc. have launched a new partnership to advance food safety by innovating test methods and tools that aim to quickly identify contaminants, enhancing current technologies for better detection.

Food Integrity, Health

Queen's University response to recent events in Israel, Gaza and the Middle East

UNIVERSITY NEWS | 21 March, 2024

Queen's University Vice Chancellor issues statement in response to the situation in Israel Gaza and the Middle East.

Clinton says NI Executive leaders making positive impression in Washington

UNIVERSITY NEWS | 21 March, 2024

Queen’s University Belfast Chancellor Secretary Hillary Clinton has praised Northern Ireland’s First and Deputy First Ministers, Michelle O’Neill and Emma Little-Pengelly, for working together for the betterment of all people across society.

Driving Sustainability in High-Performance Computing

Sustainability | 21 March, 2024

Recycling waste energy from High-Performance Computing (HPC) to heat hospitals, homes and schools is just one of the many ideas behind a radical, new project led by Queen’s University Belfast.

Big Data, Energy, Environment, Sustainability

Queen's receives largest in-kind donation from US tech company

19 March, 2024

Queen’s University Belfast has today received its largest ever in-kind donation from US computer software company Alteryx, who will be donating data licences to students and staff at Queen’s University Belfast with an estimated value of $15million.

New treatment hope as world-first MS mega-trial opens site in Northern Ireland

HEALTH | 19 March, 2024

A world-first mega-trial for people living with progressive forms of multiple sclerosis (MS) has launched a new site in Northern Ireland.

Health

Graduate Ambassador role opportunity for Belfast and Dublin students

UNIVERSITY NEWS | 18 March, 2024

Students from Queen’s University Belfast and Dublin City University are to be given the opportunity to become a Graduate Ambassador in New York City.

Queen's Supports Imagine! Belfast Festival of Ideas and Politics 2024

SOCIETY | 15 March, 2024

The annual Imagine! Belfast Festival will return from 18 – 24 March 2024 with over 130 in-person and online events.

Creative Arts, Music and Sonic Arts, Politics

Queen’s co-lead of All-Island Cancer Research Institute addresses US Congressional Caucus

HEALTH | 15 March, 2024

A delegation of cancer specialists from across the island of Ireland has briefed the US Congressional Cancer Caucus in Congress on how a quarter of a century of transatlantic collaboration has delivered significant impact in cancer research and care.

Cancer, Cancer Research

Queen’s University in £8M government-backed project to pioneer AI-driven secure networks

Research Investment | 14 March, 2024

Queen’s is one of two academic leads on a highly prestigious, £8 million, UK initiative to train an expert workforce to deliver secure networks in the AI era.

cyber-security, AI

Cyber Security

Queen’s invites Congress to invest in forward-looking Northern Ireland to reap peace dividends

UNIVERSITY NEWS | 13 March, 2024

A delegation led by Queen's University Belfast has been speaking to some of the US' most influential lawmakers and industry figures on Capitol Hill to encourage investment in the opportunities peace has brought.

Transatlantic partnership celebrates 25 years of cancer research and care on the Island of Ireland

13 March, 2024

At a high-profile event in Washington DC during St Patrick’s week, speakers highlighted the impact of a unique transatlantic partnership that has transformed cancer research and cancer care on the island of Ireland.

Cancer, Health, Health data

Two of Queen's budding women entrepreneurs to address US Congress

UNIVERSITY NEWS | 12 March, 2024

Part of a delegation led by the University, Emma Stephenson and Khaula Bhutta will be addressing Congress to discuss the economic opportunities afforded to them in Northern Ireland, following 25 years of peace.

Medical devices review calls for immediate action on unfair biases to prevent patient harm

HEALTH | 11 March, 2024

A report published today details the findings of the Independent Review of Equity in Medical Devices.

Health, Health Sciences, Public Health

UK Government Ministers join CSIT for CyberNI Week Celebrations

CyberNI Week | 8 March, 2024

The Centre for Secure Information Technologies (CSIT) at Queen's welcomed a visit from Steve Baker MP (Minister of State for NI) and Viscount Camrose MP (Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for AI and Intellectual Property) to mark CyberNI Week.

cyber-security

Cyber Security

Queen’s Law Professor elected to the Academy of Social Sciences

RECOGNITION | 7 March, 2024

Professor Thérèse Murphy, from the School of Law at Queen’s, has been elected as a Fellow of the national Academy of Social Sciences.

Health, Human Rights, Law, Society

Queen’s academic awarded honorary CBE for services to Academia and the Arts

RECOGNITION | 6 March, 2024

Edna Longley, Professor Emerita of English at Queen’s University Belfast, has been awarded an honorary CBE for work as a poetry critic, and her services to academia and the arts.

Creative Arts, Poetry

Health Minister announces public listening exercise on women’s health

HEALTH | 5 March, 2024

The public listening exercise is being conducted by Queen’s, working in partnership with Derry Well Women, and will take place alongside the development of a Women’s Health Action Plan, announced by the Minister last month.

Shirley-Anne McMillan announced as the new Children’s Writing Fellow for NI at Queen’s

ARTS & CULTURE | 5 March, 2024

The Fellowship was created as part of Queen’s and the Arts Council of Northern Ireland's (ACNI) joint ten-year Seamus Heaney Legacy project supported by the Atlantic Philanthropies.

Creative Arts, Northern Ireland, Poetry

Queen’s academics host Prime Minister of Kosovo

SOCIETY | 1 March, 2024

Academics from the Centre for Shared Education at Queen’s hosted the Prime Minister of Kosovo, Albin Kurti, on a recent visit to Northern Ireland.

Education, Northern Ireland

Gold for top Queen’s academic

1 March, 2024

Professor Máire O’Neill has been awarded a Gold Medal in Engineering Sciences from the Royal Irish Academy (RIA).

All-Ireland Children and Young Adults Research Advisory Group for Rare Diseases (RAIN CRAG) launched

HEALTH | 29 February, 2024

Today, Rare Diseases Day 2024, is the official launch of the All-Ireland Children and Young Adults Research Advisory Group for Rare Diseases (RAIN CRAG), the first of its kind on the Island of Ireland.

Health

Palestinian students supported by Queen’s scholarship

29 February, 2024

A scholarship scheme enabling Palestinian students to study for a masters at Queen’s has been extended for a further 5 years.

AI technology could help tackle leading cause of blindness

HEALTH | 29 February, 2024

A global research team has developed Artificial Intelligence (AI) algorithms that will automate the screening process of remote eye tests for Diabetic Retinopathy (DR), a common complication of diabetes that can cause blindness if left untreated.

Irish Government announces funding for medical places at Queen's University

HEALTH | 29 February, 2024

Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science, Simon Harris TD and Minister for Health Stephen Donnelly TD announced funding for additional medical places in Queen's University Belfast.

Queen’s Survey Explores Religion on the Island of Ireland since Covid-19

SOCIETY | 28 February, 2024

Researchers at Queen’s are asking people to respond to an island-wide survey on the role of religion on the island of Ireland since the Covid-19 pandemic.

Northern Ireland

People in Northern Ireland received less cancer treatment than other nations

HEALTH | 27 February, 2024

People in Northern Ireland received less key cancer treatment than comparable countries, two landmark international studies have found.

Cancer, Cancer Research

Condolences on passing of former Queen's President and Vice-Chancellor Sir Peter Gregson

UNIVERSITY NEWS | 26 February, 2024

The University is deeply saddened to learn of the death of our former President and Vice-Chancellor, Professor Sir Peter Gregson.

Queen’s signs MoU to formalise long-running partnership with Shankill community

SOCIETY | 23 February, 2024

Queen’s University Belfast has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Greater Shankill Partnership, which will formalise their shared commitment to further collaborative work to progress and enhance the Greater Shankill area.

Queen’s study calls for trauma informed strategy for Northern Ireland

SOCIETY | 22 February, 2024

New research from Queen’s is calling for the adoption of a trauma informed approach across all systems, organisations, policies and services in Northern Ireland, for the benefit of all in our society.

Society

Only a third of NI voters believe the Assembly will see out its current mandate

SOCIETY | 22 February, 2024

According to a new report from Queen’s University Belfast, voters in Northern Ireland are split into three camps as to whether the restored Assembly will last until the end of its current mandate in 2027.

Brexit, Northern Ireland

Queen’s and Mediation NI offering first-of-its-kind conflict resolution in the workplace training

UNIVERSITY NEWS | 21 February, 2024

Queen’s University Belfast is working in partnership with Mediation Northern Ireland on a first-of-its-kind immersive conflict resolution training programme.

Queen’s academic winner of One Health category of of the WVA Global Veterinary Awards

RECOGNITION | 19 February, 2024

Dr Simon Doherty from Queen’s University has been announced as the winner of the “One Health” category of the World Veterinary Association (WVA) Global Veterinary Awards.

Animal Welfare, Biological Sciences, Environment, Food Integrity, Health

Oxford academic delivers fifth Annual Senator George J. Mitchell Peace Lecture 2024

SOCIETY | 15 February, 2024

The fifth Annual Senator George J. Mitchell Peace Lecture was recently delivered by Professor Neta Crawford FBA, Montague Burton Professor of International Relations at the University of Oxford.

Global peace, Peace studies

From brew to breakthrough: on-campus tea waste used to clean cancer-causing metal from water

UNIVERSITY NEWS | 13 February, 2024

Upcycled tea leaves have been found to absorb Chromium, found in wastewater from the electroplating, leather tanning, and textile industries.

Sustainability

Groundbreaking research could revolutionise how bowel cancer is treated

HEALTH | 13 February, 2024

Scientists from Queen’s and the Cancer Research UK (CRUK) Scotland Institute in Glasgow have made a series of groundbreaking discoveries into tumour biology that may be used to deliver a more effective personalised medicine approach for bowel cancer.

Cancer, Cancer Research

Queen’s academic honoured for contribution to autism services in Czech Republic

RECOGNITION | 13 February, 2024

Professor Karola Dillenburger was awarded the Gold Medal of Masaryk University (MUNI) for her contribution to setting up autism services in the Czech Republic.

Autism Spectrum Disorders

Queen’s researchers strike gold with physics discovery

SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY | 13 February, 2024

Previously unknown properties of the precious metal gold and its melting point have been uncovered by an international team of scientists led by Queen’s University Belfast.

Physics, Technology

Community Archaeology Programme launched at Queen’s University Belfast

OUTREACH | 9 February, 2024

Members of the public will be able to get their hands dirty as part of an exciting three-year programme of community archaeological activity, launched at Queen’s University Belfast.

Archaeology, Child and Youth Participation

Vice-Chancellor urges NI Executive to invest in young people to reap long-term economic benefits

UNIVERSITY NEWS | 7 February, 2024

The calls for action follow the new London Economics report which shows higher education institution income for students in NI is 25% less than England.

Queen’s academic appointed Chairperson of the Kerala Urban Policy Commission in India

UNIVERSITY NEWS | 6 February, 2024

Dr M. Satish Kumar, Associate Professor from the School of Natural and Built Environment, Geography, Archaeology & Palaeoecology, at Queen's University Belfast, has been appointed as the Chairperson of the Kerala Urban Policy Commission in India.

Queen’s showcase will highlight latest in bowel cancer diagnosis and treatment research

HEALTH | 5 February, 2024

Leading researchers from Queen’s University Belfast will hold the 'Bowel Cancer Research Science Cafe’ event at the Patrick G. Johnston Centre for Cancer Research (PGJCCR) on Friday 16 February.

Cancer, Cancer Research

Radiotherapy discovery reduces side effects for patients with lung cancer

HEALTH | 5 February, 2024

Researchers from Queen’s University Belfast have discovered a new method for improving the safety of radiotherapy for patients receiving treatment for lung cancer.

Cancer, Cancer Research

Queen's academic awarded British Sociology Award

RECOGNITION | 2 February, 2024

Mitchell Institute Professor Emeritus John Brewer was awarded the 2023 Distinguished Service Award by the British Sociological Association.

Global peace, Peace studies

Researchers reveal the best-selling ‘pop’ songs of 17th century England

ARTS & CULTURE | 1 February, 2024

Researchers from Queen’s and the University of Warwick have compiled the first ever collection of hit songs from seventeenth-century England, including over 100 ballads in total.

History

Philanthropy at Queen’s boosted by announcement of new Board leadership

1 February, 2024

Managing Director at Equilibria Capital, Garrett Curran, took up the position on 1 January 2024 with Leadership Consultant and Chartered Psychologist Tessa Breslin appointed in November 2023.

Queen’s strikes gold for gender equality

UNIVERSITY NEWS | 1 February, 2024

Queen’s relationship with the Athena Swan programme to promote gender equality in higher education started more than 20 years ago in 2003.

Two giants of journalism who chronicled Troubles and the peace process awarded Chancellor's Medals

UNIVERSITY NEWS | 30 January, 2024

Former BBC and UTV political editors, Stephen Grimason and Ken Reid, were honoured at a special ceremony at Queen’s organised by the Strategic Communications Directorate.

New Queen’s report calls for more support for Armed Forces Families

SOCIETY | 30 January, 2024

Families of ex-Service personnel need to be consistently identified, recognised, and supported according to a new report by Queen’s and King’s College London.

Queen's and Action Cancer Unveil Insights from New Cancer Survey

HEALTH | 24 January, 2024

Improved mental health support, along with information on and access to community services, is needed to improve cancer care experiences in Northern Ireland.

Queen’s & Purdue University Forge Strategic Partnership with a Memorandum of Understanding

Strategic Alliance | 23 January, 2024

Queen’s and Purdue University have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), initiating a strategic collaboration focused on research and academic exchange. This partnership aims to enhance learning and technological advancements in key sectors.

Big Data, City Deal, Engineering, Health data

Queen’s aiming to inspire next generation of women leaders with empowering leadership event

UNIVERSITY NEWS | 23 January, 2024

Year 13 pupils from 25 schools across Northern Ireland visited the university this week for the SistersINSPIRE leadership event.

Queen’s announces the Seamus Heaney Centre’s latest Fellowships for 2024

ARTS & CULTURE | 22 January, 2024

The Seamus Heaney Centre at Queen’s University Belfast has announced the appointment of Sharon Dempsey and Charles Lang as the new Ciaran Carson Writing and the City Fellows, and Mícheál McCann as the new Publishing Fellow for 2024.

Creative Arts

Queen’s astronomers help establish missing link between supernovae and black holes

Research News | 17 January, 2024

An international group of astronomers, including a team led by Queen’s, has found a direct link between the explosive deaths of massive stars and the formation of the most compact and enigmatic objects in the Universe — black holes and neutron stars.

Astronomy, Astrophysics

Two new senior leadership team appointments announced at Queen’s

UNIVERSITY NEWS | 15 January, 2024

Queen’s University Belfast has announced two new appointments to its senior leadership team.

Microbiology breakthrough may lead to better treatments in the fight against antibiotic resistance

HEALTH | 15 January, 2024

A breakthrough in the field of microbiology made by researchers from Queen’s University Belfast may lead to better treatments in the fight against antibiotic resistance.

Health

Overdose Prevention Centres have key role in tackling UK drug-deaths crisis, says new research

11 January, 2024

Drug overdose prevention centres (OPCs) could prevent thousands of deaths, reduce the spread of serious disease, improve communities, save taxpayer money and with no increase in drug-related crime – according to a major new report

Psychology, Society

Queen’s Led Rights of Nature Law Caucus welcomes call for a referendum on the Rights of Nature

ENVIRONMENT | 20 December, 2023

Researchers from Queen’s University and partners welcome the call for a referendum on the incorporation of the Rights of Nature into the Irish Constitution.

Environment, Law

Mitchell Institute Co-Hosts the Fourth Conversations on Britishness and Irishness event in Dublin

SOCIETY | 20 December, 2023

The Senator George J. Mitchell Institute for Global Peace, Security and Justice, in collaboration with the Royal Irish Academy (RIA) and the University of Notre Dame recently co-hosted the fourth Conversations on Britishness and Irishness event.

Global peace, Northern Ireland, Peace studies

Queen’s Professor appointed to the Scientific Committee of the EU Agency for Fundamental Rights

APPOINTMENTS | 20 December, 2023

Professor Colin Harvey, Director of the Human Rights Centre at Queen’s and Commissioner on the Irish Human Rights and Equality Commission, has been appointed to the Scientific Committee of the European Union Agency for Fundamental Rights (FRA).

Human Rights, Law

Queen’s research shows plant-based diet significantly reduces the risk of type two diabetes

HEALTH | 20 December, 2023

A new population-based study led by Queen’s University Belfast has found that a substantial number of type two diabetes cases could be avoided through adopting a healthy plant-based diet.

Food Integrity

Hat-trick of accolades for sustainability at Queen’s including top 7% worldwide

SUSTAINABILITY | 18 December, 2023

Queen’s University Belfast has recently received a hat-trick of accolades in recognizing the university’s commitment to sustainability.

Queen’s student inspired by her late father graduates with Master’s degree in cancer research

GRADUATION | 15 December, 2023

Grace Kennedy, aged 22 from Belfast, will graduate today with a Master of Science in Research in Cancer Medicine from the School of Medicine, Dentistry and Biomedical Sciences at Queen’s University Belfast.

Talented film studies student earns PhD from Queen's

GRADUATION | 14 December, 2023

Elspeth Vischer from Belfast graduated today with a PhD in Film Studies from the School of Arts, English and Languages at Queen’s.

Graduation

Incredible student overcomes illness to graduate for a third time from Queen’s

GRADUATION | 14 December, 2023

Colette Henry, from Rostrevor in County Down, celebrates graduating today from Queen’s for the third time with a MA English Creative Writing with distinction from the School of Arts, English and Languages.

Graduation

Star student and new mum celebrates First Class Honours from Queen’s

GRADUATION | 14 December, 2023

Megan Husband, aged 21 from West Belfast, will celebrate graduating today with a First Class Honours degree in BA English and History from the School of Arts, English and Languages at Queen’s.

Graduation

Master's student inspired by Inspire

GRADUATION | 14 December, 2023

This time last year, 27 year old Samridhi Saini was dealing with the sudden death of her beloved father who was miles away from her as she studied for a Master's at Queen’s.

Covid nurse realises longtime dream of a career in IT

GRADUATION | 14 December, 2023

Paula Santkiewicz (29) is originally from a small town in Poland and has been living in Belfast for over seven years.

Graduation

International Athlete graduates with resilience

GRADUATION | 14 December, 2023

22 year old Omkar More from Mumbai, India found more than he bargained for when he signed up for a Master's at Queen’s University and ended up representing the University at the Irish National Rowing Championship.

CV6 Therapeutics to commence UK-wide clinical trial for first of its kind anti-cancer drug

HEALTH | 14 December, 2023

CV6 Therapeutics, based at the Patrick G. Johnston Centre for Cancer Research at Queen’s, has received approval from the UK’s medicines regulator, the MHRA, to begin a UK-wide clinical trial for its first of a kind anti-cancer drug called CV6-168.

Cancer, Cancer Research, Health

Remarkable Queen’s student overcomes adversity to graduate with distinction

GRADUATION | 13 December, 2023

Savannah Stoops, aged 24 from Newtownards, will celebrate graduating from Queen’s today with a Master’s of Laws (LLM) with distinction from the School of Law.

Graduation

Carol graduates with a Master's…and two baby girls

GRADUATION | 13 December, 2023

Mature student Carol Carey has achieved more than she could have imagined when she signed up for a Master's in Law in September 2021. Already mother to an 11 year old boy and a 1 year old baby girl, she knew the course was likely to be hard work.

Graduation

Inspirational student graduates with PhD after losing dad while studying

GRADUATION | 13 December, 2023

Philip Rivers is celebrating graduating with a PhD from the School of Law at Queen’s University Belfast today.

Graduation

Aswathi fulfils beloved mum’s dream of graduating with a Master’s

GRADUATION | 13 December, 2023

Aswathi Sunil is graduating today (Wednesday 13 December) with a Master’s in Construction and Project Management from the School of Natural and Built Environment at Queen’s University Belfast.

Building up a career in construction

GRADUATION | 13 December, 2023

Sandra Susan Samuel was born in Kerala, India, but mostly grew up in Dubai, in the United Arab Emirates, where she quickly developed a sense of the importance of the built environment.

Exceptional student and mum celebrates graduating with doctorate from Queen’s

GRADUATION | 12 December, 2023

Antje Ruhmann, aged 38 and from Beckum in Germany, will today celebrate graduating from Queen’s with a PhD from the School of Social Sciences, Education and Social Work.

Graduation

Inspired by daughter with rare disease, mother makes career change

GRADUATION | 12 December, 2023

Izyan Nadiah binti Md Noh is graduating today with a Master’s in Education in Inclusion and Special Educational Needs from the School of Social Sciences, Education and Social Work at Queen’s University Belfast. 

Graduation

Mum of three graduates with PhD after overcoming stroke caused by Covid-19

GRADUATION | 12 December, 2023

Dr Monica McCard will graduate today with a PhD from the School of Biological Sciences at Queen’s University Belfast.

Actor Jamie Dornan and F1 pundit among list of Queen’s University honorary graduates

GRADUATION | 11 December, 2023

Queen’s University Belfast is today (Monday 11 December) honouring a number of high-profile individuals for their services to the Arts, Sport, Medicine, Public Service, Local Community, Business, Commerce and Education.

Research examines public understanding of hate crime on the island of Ireland

SOCIETY | 11 December, 2023

A major new research study across the island of Ireland has found that the majority of people view hate crime as a ‘serious and growing problem’.

Criminal justice, Criminology, Law, Society

The Big Warm Up at Queen’s

UNIVERSITY NEWS | 8 December, 2023

Queen’s Students’ Union are delivering a Warm Up with Us Campaign to provide students with nourishing food and advice about how to keep warm over the winter months.

Queen’s academics part of a project on public attitudes on the future of the island of Ireland

SOCIETY | 7 December, 2023

Queen’s academics are part of a major research study into public attitudes in Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland on the question of unification and related issues, published by the Irish Times.

Irish Studies, Northern Ireland

Queen’s hosts sixth TEDx event

UNIVERSITY NEWS | 7 December, 2023

This winter Queen’s University Belfast hosted its sixth independently organised TEDx event.

Continued Success for Queen’s Chemical Sciences Schools-Outreach Project

6 December, 2023

The very best of luck to our colleagues in the School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering who have been shortlisted in the prestigious Times Higher Education Awards this week, in the Widening Participation and Outreach category.

Chemistry, Education, Environment, Sustainability

Queen's launches latest annual report

UNIVERSITY NEWS | 6 December, 2023

Queen's University Belfast has launched its latest annual report for 2022 -23.

Queen’s University leading global research project aimed at reducing methane emissions

ENVIRONMENT | 5 December, 2023

A global research project led by Queen's University Belfast and involving 24 institutions and universities worldwide, will explore the microbial world within rumen, a complex and little-studied ecosystem in livestock.

Biological Sciences, Environment, Health

Allstate Software Studio opens at Queen’s

4 December, 2023

Queen’s University Belfast and Allstate Northern Ireland have proudly opened the Allstate Software Studio, a new, purpose-built training facility for software-engineering students.

New research reveals stark ethnic inequalities within neighbourhoods

SOCIAL ISSUES | 4 December, 2023

Poverty and lack of opportunity do not affect ethnic groups equally in neighbourhoods of England and Wales according to new research published in the Royal Geographical Society’s Geographical Journal.

Society

Queen’s hosts premiere of ‘Where there’s a will, there’s a way’

SOCIETY | 1 December, 2023

The Northern Ireland Social Care Council in partnership with the School of Social Sciences, Education and Social Work at Queen’s hosted a screening of, ‘Where there’s a will, there’s a way’.

Society, Sociology

Queen’s partners with British Council on COP28 simulated negotiation

UNIVERSITY NEWS | 1 December, 2023

The event comes as University recently launched its Net Zero Plan to tackle the climate crisis, committing to achieving net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2040.

Queen’s research finds Northern Ireland’s productivity gap has closed

BUSINESS | 1 December, 2023

A research report from Queen’s Business School has found that the productivity gap in Northern Ireland (NI) has closed significantly, from the poorest performing region to 7th in the United Kingdom (UK).

Economic History, Economics, Northern Ireland

New Queen’s research highlights benefits of digitising NHS healthcare

UNIVERSITY NEWS | 30 November, 2023

Digitisation of health and social care approaches are of considerable interest to Queen’s with investments through the Belfast Region City Deal at the University’s Global Innovation Institute.

New research finds that poor quality school buildings are related to schoolchildren’s anxiety

SOCIETY | 30 November, 2023

New research has found that a student’s perception of their school’s building conditions is related to their anxiety. It found that students who had a negative perception of their school’s physical environment reported higher levels of anxiety.

Student-led start-ups receive £100,000 in funding from Queen’s in boost to local economy

UNIVERSITY NEWS | 29 November, 2023

Student and graduate start-ups had the opportunity to pitch their innovative business ideas to a panel of experts from across Queen’s, its esteemed alumni network, and local enterprise organisations.

Queen’s and Almac Discovery launch state-of-the-art Chemoproteomics facility in Belfast

HEALTH | 29 November, 2023

Queen’s University Belfast and Almac Discovery have announced a five-year project to develop a new Chemoproteomics Centre of Excellence for drug discovery.

Queen's Vice-Chancellor welcomes funding announcement for two research centres

UNIVERSITY NEWS | 28 November, 2023

The Climate+ Co-Centre and Co-Centre for Sustainable and Resilient Food Systems are both co-directed by Queen's academics.

Queen’s and partners awarded £27.4m to transform food system

UNIVERSITY NEWS | 28 November, 2023

The new Co-Centre for Sustainable and Resilient Food Systems will be managed jointly by Queen’s University Belfast and University College Dublin (UCD), working closely with the University of Sheffield.

Queen’s and partners receive €41.3million for new climate research centre

UNIVERSITY NEWS | 28 November, 2023

The Climate+ Co-Centre will be the home of research, innovation, and policy development across the interlinked challenges of climate change, biodiversity loss, and water degradation on the islands of Ireland and Britain.

Queen’s showcase will highlight latest in pancreatic cancer diagnosis and treatment research

HEALTH | 27 November, 2023

November is Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month #PCAM and to mark this, leading researchers from Queen’s will hold a pancreatic cancer research showcase event at the Patrick G Johnston Centre for Cancer Research (PGJCCR) on Thursday 30 November.

Cancer, Cancer Research

Queen’s University supports young entrepreneurs

UNIVERSITY NEWS | 27 November, 2023

Queen’s University Belfast together with Ulster University calls on the business community to demonstrate their support for the value of the work of Young Enterprise.

Queen’s led research project will develop low-cost treatments for invasive fungal infections

HEALTH | 23 November, 2023

Queen’s University Belfast has received funding from the UKRI Medical Research Council (MRC) to develop low-cost treatments for common fungal infections, which currently kills over 1.6 million people annually.

Health, Pharmacy

Queen’s Professor receives European Cancer Award

RECOGNITION | 23 November, 2023

Professor Mark Lawler, Professor of Digital Health and Chair in Translational Cancer Genomics at Queen’s University Belfast has received a Special Merit Award from the European Cancer Organisation (ECO).

Cancer, Cancer Research, Health

Queen’s launches report about future of the Metaverse

TECHNOLOGY | 22 November, 2023

A new report into the future of the Metaverse in the UK has been launched by Queen’s.

Professor Máire O’Neill awarded Gold Medal from the Royal Irish Academy

21 November, 2023

Professor Máire O’Neill has been awarded a Gold Medal in Engineering Sciences from the Royal Irish Academy (RIA).

Former UK Government Climate Adviser to give talk at Queen’s University Belfast

EVENTS | 17 November, 2023

The former Chair of the UK’s Climate Change Committee (CCC) will give a public lecture at Queen’s University Belfast on Monday 27 November 2023.

Agriculture, Environment

Queen’s Professor appointed first Honorary President of The Society of Food Hygiene and Technology

RECOGNITION | 16 November, 2023

Professor Chris Elliott, founder of the Institute for Global Food Security at Queen’s University Belfast, has been appointed as the first Honorary President of The Society of Food Hygiene and Technology (SOFHT).

Food Integrity

New Irish language resource launched to promote positive sex education for young people

EDUCATION | 16 November, 2023

A new inclusive Irish language sex education resource has launched today called Dá mBa Mise Jack/If I were Jack.

Education, Health, Nursing & Midwifery, Public Health

Queen’s hosted British Academy Lecture with Professor Emeritus David Reynolds

SOCIETY | 15 November, 2023

Queen’s hosted the British Academy’s Elie Kedourie Memorial Lecture on the topic, “The Meaning of Brexit and the Future of the Union.”

Brexit, History, Irish history, Irish Studies

Queen’s extends Belfast Trust contract for provision of occupational health services

UNIVERSITY NEWS | 15 November, 2023

Queen’s University Belfast has signed a five-year extension of its occupational health and wellbeing services contract with the Belfast Trust.

New method in search for sustainable cooling technology developed at Queen’s University Belfast

RESEARCH | 15 November, 2023

A new method to investigate more environmentally friendly ways of cooling down electronic components has been developed by scientists at Queen’s University Belfast.

Environment, Physics

Queen's researchers investigate breast cancer inequalities in Northern Ireland

HEALTH | 15 November, 2023

Queen's researchers are investigating if some women in Northern Ireland experience inequalities in breast cancer care and outcomes, thanks to new funding from Breast Cancer Now.

Cancer, Cancer Research

Queen’s expert raises alarm about “major misstep” in UK cancer policy in new plan to improve care

HEALTH | 15 November, 2023

The loss of a dedicated UK National Cancer Control Plan has been a “major misstep” at a time when the NHS is facing massive workforce shortages and cancer services have struggled to recover after the COVID-19 pandemic, warns leading cancer experts.

Cancer, Cancer Research, Health, Politics

Queen’s MBA Programme ranked in Top 40 in the World

UNIVERSITY NEWS | 15 November, 2023

The Queen’s MBA programme has been ranked in the top 40 in the world by Corporate Knights as part of its 2023 Better World MBA ranking.

Business

Report highlights high rates of overdose and drug related deaths in young people in NI

SOCIETY | 14 November, 2023

A research report has highlighted that young adults aged 25 – 34 account for the highest number of drug related deaths in Northern Ireland (NI), rising significantly in the past ten years from 13.4 (per 100,000 in 2011), to 27 (per 100,000 in 2021).

Queen’s announces new partnership with Aston University in boost to NI’s innovation ecosystem

UNIVERSITY NEWS | 14 November, 2023

Queen’s University Belfast is building on its strong, ongoing relationship with Aston University through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU).

The Rt Hon Sir John Major KG CH receives Honorary Degree from Queen’s University Belfast

UNIVERSITY NEWS | 10 November, 2023

Sir John Major has today been awarded an Honorary Degree of Doctor of Laws by Queen’s University, Belfast, for his public service, and initiation of the Northern Ireland Peace Process. 

Global peace

People naturally compensate in conversation with schizophrenia sufferers, according to new research

RESEARCH | 10 November, 2023

People naturally adapt to make conversation flow more easily when communicating with people with schizophrenia – even when they’re not aware someone has the condition – according to new research from Queen’s and the University of Gothenburg.

health, mental health, mental illness, psychology, healthcare, wellbeing, schizophrenia

Aetiology of psychotic illnesses

Research finds that NI veterans experience a range of barriers leading to increased risk of PTSD

SOCIETY | 10 November, 2023

New research from Queen’s has found that NI veterans who are exposed to traumatic events and experience increased barriers to care preventing them from seeking help, are at greater risk of symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) distress.

Queen’s University leads NI element of £10M UK science project

FUNDING | 9 November, 2023

Queen’s University Belfast is to lead the Northern Ireland component of a new hub for behavioural research, directly supported by £10M investment, as part of a total £17M boost for behavioural science by the UK government.

behavioural research, behavioural science, psychology, health and wellbeing, society

Psychology, Sociology

Three years of polling on the Protocol reveals the depth of the new division in Northern Ireland

SOCIETY | 9 November, 2023

The Windsor Framework has reduced the scale of opposition to Northern Ireland’s (NI) unique post-Brexit arrangements, but not its intensity.

Brexit, Northern Ireland, Politics

TEDx returns to Queen’s University Belfast

UNIVERSITY NEWS | 8 November, 2023

Queen’s is hosting its sixth independently organised TEDx event this winter.

New study reveals huge potential for future waves of invasive species

ENVIRONMENT | 7 November, 2023

A new study has found that only 1% of known species on Earth have invaded around the world, revealing an enormous potential for future waves of biological invasions on land, in freshwater lakes and rivers, and in the ocean.

Biological Sciences, Environment

Queen’s announces three new appointments in the Mitchell Institute

APPOINTMENTS | 7 November, 2023

Queen’s has announced the appointment of three Professors to newly established Chairs in the Senator George J. Mitchell Institute for Global Peace, Security and Justice.

Conflict, Conflict Transformation, Global peace, Northern Ireland, Peace studies

Queen’s Vice-Chancellor receives knighthood

UNIVERSITY NEWS | 6 November, 2023

Queen’s University’s President and Vice-Chancellor, Professor Sir Ian Greer, has been formally knighted by the Princess Royal at a ceremony hosted at Buckingham Palace.

Queen’s announces appointment of Director of Alumni Engagement and Philanthropy

UNIVERSITY NEWS | 2 November, 2023

Queen’s has announced the appointment of Eddie Friel as Director of Alumni Engagement and Philanthropy.

Queen’s expert appointed as UKRI Policy Fellow for the Northern Ireland Executive

RECOGNITION | 1 November, 2023

Queen’s University Belfast’s Professor Kevin Vowles has been appointed as a UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) Policy Fellow with the Northern Ireland Executive.

Health, Psychology

Queen’s University secures UKRI funding for Transformative Centre for Doctoral Training

HEALTH | 31 October, 2023

Queen’s, in collaboration with University of Lincoln, University of Aberdeen and University of Strathclyde, has secured £10.6M in funding from UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) to establish SUSTAIN, a transformative Centre for Doctoral Training.

Food Integrity, Health

New survey explores impact of COVID-19 on breast cancer patients in NI and internationally

HEALTH | 31 October, 2023

A research project, funded by Breast Cancer Now, is being conducted by Queen’s University Belfast and the Northern Ireland Cancer Registry (NICR). The aim is to document the needs and experiences of people with breast cancer in relation to COVID-19.

Cancer, Coronavirus, Health, Public Health

Queen’s announces Stacey Gregg, Lisa O’Neill, and David Park as Seamus Heaney Fellows for 2023-24

ARTS & CULTURE | 31 October, 2023

The Seamus Heaney Centre at Queen’s University Belfast has announced the appointments of Stacey Gregg, Lisa O’Neill, and David Park as the Seamus Heaney Centre Fellows for 2023-24.

Creative Arts, Music and Sonic Arts, Poetry

Queen’s and Ulster University collaborate with inclusive ensembles for Ulster Orchestra Performance

ARTS & CULTURE | 30 October, 2023

Queen’s and Ulster University came together with two inclusive music ensembles and the Ulster Orchestra for a performance, ‘Zoom Time - Over and Out’.

Music and Sonic Arts

Joe Kennedy III at Queen’s – the highlights

UNIVERSITY NEWS | 27 October, 2023

We welcomed US Presidential Envoy Congressman Joe Kennedy III and a high level trade delegation to Queen’s on Thursday 26 October as part of their visit to Northern Ireland.

Queen’s invites public to explore the world of social science at ESRC Festival of Social Science

UNIVERSITY NEWS | 26 October, 2023

The Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) Festival of Social Science is back.

Looking Back to the Future at Queen’s

UNIVERSITY NEWS | 26 October, 2023

The US Presidential Special Envoy Congressman Joe Kennedy III has stopped by Queen’s on a recent visit to officially open the Student Centre and Students’ Union, One Elmwood.

Lung, bowel, breast, upper gastrointestinal cancer & melanoma incidence & survival statistics for NI

HEALTH | 26 October, 2023

The Queen’s University Northern Ireland Cancer Registry (NICR) today released the official statistics on lung, bowel, breast, oesophageal, stomach cancer and melanoma diagnosed in Northern Ireland during 1993-2021.

Queen’s University Belfast astronomers witness second-brightest gamma-ray burst ever seen

RESEARCH | 25 October, 2023

An international team of scientists, including from Queen's, has observed an exceptionally bright gamma-ray burst (GRB) in the skies – the second-brightest burst witnessed in over 50 years of observations and around 1,000 times brighter than usual.

space, astrophysics, astronomy, space research

Astrophysics

Largest trial of multiple treatments for critically ill adults with Covid-19 has revealed findings

HEALTH | 25 October, 2023

The world’s largest trial of multiple treatments for critically ill adults with Covid-19 has revealed new findings about intravenous vitamin C and simvastatin.

Coronavirus, Health

Mitchell Institute takes part in the inaugural Weatherhead Research Cluster conference at Harvard

SOCIETY | 25 October, 2023

The inaugural conference of the Weatherhead Research Cluster on Identity Politics took place at the Weatherhead Centre for International Affairs at Harvard University from 5 - 6 October.

Conflict, Conflict Transformation, Global peace, Peace studies

All-Island study highlights the cancer legacy of the Good Friday Agreement

HEALTH | 25 October, 2023

New all-island research led by Queen’s University Belfast highlights the health and economic impact of the Good Friday Agreement on cancer across the island of Ireland in the last 25 years.

Queen’s officially launches Queen’s Business School and Student Hub

BUSINESS | 24 October, 2023

Queen’s has officially launched Queen’s Business School and the new Student Hub building during an event on Monday 23 October.

Business, Business Engagement, Economic History, Economics, Finance

Lord Mayor welcomes U.S. Northeastern University students to Belfast

UNIVERSITY NEWS | 23 October, 2023

Lord Mayor of Belfast, Councillor Ryan Murphy, has officially welcomed Northeastern University’s “NUin” students to Belfast.

Queen’s launches new Childcare Apprenticeship Scheme

UNIVERSITY NEWS | 23 October, 2023

Queen’s University Belfast launched a brand-new Childcare Apprenticeship Scheme which is open to anyone who would like to pursue a rewarding career in childcare.

Queen’s launches Ireland’s first independent Prostate Cancer Centre of Excellence

HEALTH | 23 October, 2023

Queen’s University Belfast has today made history by launching Ireland’s first independent Prostate Cancer Centre of Excellence.

Cancer, Cancer Research, Health

Queen’s University launches Net Zero Plan

19 October, 2023

Queen’s University Belfast has today (Thursday 19 October) launched an ambitious Net Zero Plan to focus on tackling the climate crisis.

Queen’s academics visit North America for series of public engagement events

UNIVERSITY NEWS | 19 October, 2023

Academics from Queen's embarked on a North American tour for a series of engaging public events, symposiums, partners institution visits, and lectures in Boston and Washington, D.C.

Global peace, History, Law, Northern Ireland, Peace studies, Politics

Tribute to Peacebuilder and Former President of Finland Martti Ahtisaari

UNIVERSITY NEWS | 19 October, 2023

Queen’s University has paid tribute to former President of Finland, Martti Ahtisaari, who has passed away.

Global peace, Northern Ireland, Peace studies

Researchers discover new patterns in Sun’s layers with implications for longstanding solar mystery

ASTROPHYSICS | 18 October, 2023

Astronomers at ARC are one step closer to understanding an enduring solar mystery by capturing the most detailed representations to date of the magnetic field of the ‘quiet Sun’ - and discovering something unexpected in the process.

astrophysics, astronomy, solar research, solar system, Sun, DKIST telescope, magnetic fields, space research

Astrophysics

Queen’s academic awarded RSPB Medal on behalf of the Climate Coalition NI

RECOGNITION | 18 October, 2023

An academic from Queen’s has been awarded the prestigious RSPB Medal on behalf of the Climate Coalition Northern Ireland for their successful campaigning to deliver historic climate legislation in Northern Ireland.

Climate Change

Queen’s Sport welcomes Cleveland basketball players

QUEEN'S SPORT | 18 October, 2023

Queen’s Sport recently welcomed two Cleveland based students to Queen’s University Belfast.

Queen’s hosts new Nobel laureate for public lecture

Public Events | 17 October, 2023

A Nobel prizewinner has agreed to give a free, public lecture at Queen’s – just days after this year’s Physics award was announced by the Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences in Stockholm.

Nobel Prize, Nobel Prizewinner, Nobel Prize for Physics, Nobel laureate, Queen's University Belfast

Physics

Report highlights best practice in relationship education for youths with intellectual disabilities

HEALTH | 13 October, 2023

A new report, launched today, lays out guidelines for best practice for relationship and sexuality education (RSE) for children and young people with intellectual disabilities.

Education, Health, Nursing & Midwifery

Queen’s One Elmwood Building awarded 2 significant construction awards

RECOGNITION | 13 October, 2023

Queen’s Student Centre and Students’ Union at One Elmwood has been awarded 2 Construction Employers Federation (CEFNI) Excellence Awards.

Use of AI in elections could damage fabric of democracy according to Queen’s researchers

Public Administration | 12 October, 2023

The use of AI in the administration of elections has the potential to seriously undermine the democratic process – with minorities likely to be most adversely affected – according to new research from Queen’s.

Elections, AI in elections, AI, Artificial Intelligence, Democracy, democratic process

Big Data, Politics, Society, Technology

University response to recent events in Israel, Gaza and the Middle East

UNIVERSITY NEWS | 11 October, 2023

This page sets out Queen’s University Belfast’s response to recent events in Israel, Gaza and the Middle East, including advice and support for staff and students impacted.

New study highlights significant gender inequality and bias in cancer research

HEALTH | 11 October, 2023

A new study, the first of its kind, highlights the extent of gender inequality and gender bias against senior female academics working in cancer research in Europe.

Cancer, Cancer Research, Health, Health data

Chuck Feeney: a generosity that will echo through the generations

UNIVERSITY NEWS | 10 October, 2023

The passing of philanthropist Chuck Feeney – who famously set out to give away his vast wealth during his own lifetime – leaves a legacy that will benefit others for generations to come, the Vice-Chancellor of Queen’s has said.

FinTrU launch new Trading Room at Queen’s Business School

UNIVERSITY NEWS | 6 October, 2023

FinTrU have launched a new financial Trading Room at the state-of-the-art Queen’s Business School (QBS) Student Hub, which recently opened its doors to over 3,000 students and staff.

Business, Finance

Queen’s hosts global delegates for ‘One Young World’ Dinner

UNIVERSITY NEWS | 5 October, 2023

Queen’s University Belfast hosted a special event as part of the 2023 ‘One Young World’ Summit- a global summit for young leaders which is being held in venues across Belfast this week.

Three Queen’s academics elected as Fellows to the Academy of Social Sciences

RECOGNITION | 3 October, 2023

Three academics from Queen’s University have been elected as Fellows to the Academy of Social Sciences.

Queen’s shortlisted for two categories in prestigious sustainability awards

SUSTAINABILITY | 3 October, 2023

Queen’s University Belfast has been shortlisted in two categories of the Green Gown Awards, which celebrate sustainability excellence across universities and colleges.

Sustainability

Queen’s University researchers to benefit from £18 million investment in world-class bioscience

INVESTMENT | 2 October, 2023

Researchers from Queen’s are among top UK scientists selected to share an £18M pot of UK government funding to pursue transformational bioscience – including potentially paving the way for next-generation antibiotics and other treatments for disease.

Bacteria, Bioscience, molecular biology, chemical biology, antibiotics, antibiotic resistance, antimicrobial resistance

Biology, Chemistry, Health Sciences

Childhood pneumonia research wins Science Foundation Ireland award

RECOGNITION | 2 October, 2023

A team of researchers, including Dr Chris Watson from Queen’s, has won an award in the Science Foundation Ireland-Irish Aid Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) Challenge for their research into childhood pneumonia.

Health, Respiratory

Landmark precision medicine study presented at All-Island Cancer Research Institute Showcase

HEALTH | 28 September, 2023

A landmark study led by Queen’s University Belfast was presented at the All-Island Cancer Research Institute (AICRI) Showcase on Wednesday 27 September.

Cancer, Cancer Research, Health, Health data, Health Sciences

New study shows addressing masculinities helps to prevent unintended pregnancies

HEALTH | 26 September, 2023

On World Contraception Day 2023,a study funded by the National Institute for Health and Care Research UK shows that engaging boys and addressing masculinities is key to positive sex education and is successful in helping prevent unintended pregnancy.

Education, Health, Nursing & Midwifery

Queen’s awarded AHRC Community Innovation Practitioner (CIP) Pilot

SOCIETY | 25 September, 2023

Queen’s is one of five Higher Education Institutions across the UK to be awarded a Community Innovation Practitioner (CIP) Pilot by the Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC) Creative Communities programme.

Society

Henry Brothers awarded £30m contract for new Advanced Manufacturing Innovation Centre

UNIVERSITY NEWS | 25 September, 2023

A contractor has been appointed for the Queen’s-led Advanced Manufacturing Innovation Centre (AMIC), a £100m Belfast Region City Deal project, with almost £80m coming from the UK Government.

Queen’s hosted conference to commemorate the literacy legacy of Ciarán Carson

ARTS & CULTURE | 22 September, 2023

The Seamus Heaney Centre at Queen’s recently hosted ‘Last Night’s Fun. Ciarán Carson: A Conference and Commemoration’ from 13 – 16 September.

Poetry

Appointment to senior leadership team announced at Queen’s University Belfast

UNIVERSITY NEWS | 22 September, 2023

Queen’s University has announced the appointment of Professor Archie Clements to its leadership team as Pro-Vice-Chancellor (PVC) for Research and Enterprise.

epidemiology, infectious disease, tropical disease, population health, virology, research impact, translational research

Health, Infection, Public Health

“To make the incurable curable” – One woman’s bid to boost Queen’s cancer research

UNIVERSITY NEWS | 21 September, 2023

A former art teacher with cancer has said donating her biological samples for medical research and leaving a financial gift in her will is the “best legacy” she can leave.

Queen’s set to invest £100 million to meet student accommodation demand

UNIVERSITY NEWS | 21 September, 2023

Queen’s University is set to invest up to £100 million over the next four years as part of their overall plan to help meet an unprecedented upsurge in demand for student accommodation in Belfast.

Queen’s focused on Race Equity in Higher Education

UNIVERSITY NEWS | 20 September, 2023

Queen’s University has held its first ever Race Equality in Higher Education Conference to highlight and support the importance of race equality across the university, the community and wider society.

Report finds Troubles victims were inadequately compensated for the death of their loved one

SOCIETY | 20 September, 2023

A new report from Queen’s has found that most victims of the Troubles were inadequately compensated for the death of their loved one, with some receiving as little as £43 to bury a murdered family member.

Law, Northern Ireland, Social Justice

Queen’s and Almac partnership shortlisted by Innovate UK for Technical Excellence award

UNIVERSITY NEWS | 19 September, 2023

A KTP project collaboration between Queen's and Almac has been shortlisted for Innovate UK’s prestigious Technical Excellence award at the KTP Awards 2023.

Study finds a Mediterranean diet may reduce risk of dementia by almost a quarter

19 September, 2023

A Mediterranean diet of seafood, wholegrains, nuts, fruit and vegetables could lower the risk of dementia by almost a quarter, according to a recent study.

Study shows effort required to meet 2030 UN Goal in reproductive, maternal, newborn & child health

HEALTH | 19 September, 2023

A new study highlights that only 18 of 70 lower and middle income countries (LMICs) will meet the 2030 Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) target in relation to reproductive, maternal, newborn, and child (RMNCH) healthcare services.

Health, Nursing & Midwifery, Public Health

Queen’s University Belfast wins prestigious Energy Efficiency Award

SUSTAINABILITY | 18 September, 2023

Queen's University Belfast has won the ‘Best Energy Achievement in Third Level Education’ award at the Business Energy Achievement Awards 2023 in Dublin.

Breastfeeding Welcome Here Scheme launched at Queen’s

14 September, 2023

Queen’s University has signed up to the Public Health Agency’s (PHA) Breastfeeding Welcome Here scheme which aims to actively show support to breastfeeding mothers.

Nursing & Midwifery

Queen’s All-Island cancer initiative showcased at Science Summit at 78th UN General Assembly

HEALTH | 14 September, 2023

Landmark research led by Professor Mark Lawler from Queen’s University was showcased at the Science Summit taking place as part of the 78th United Nations General Assembly on 13th September 2023.

Big Data, Cancer, Cancer Research, Health data

Queen’s academic elected to the International Commission of Jurists

UNIVERSITY NEWS | 13 September, 2023

Professor Fionnuala Ní Aoláin, a counterterrorism and human rights expert from the School of Law at Queen’s, has been elected to the International Commission of Jurists (ICJ) for a five-year term.

Global peace, Human Rights, Law, Peace studies

Queen’s University to showcase new obesity research in two-day Belfast conference

HEALTH | 12 September, 2023

Queen’s University Belfast will host a two-day conference featuring new research on the causes, consequences, management, and prevention of obesity.

Health, Health Sciences, Public Health

Queen’s welcomes nine technicians to university under new apprenticeship scheme

UNIVERSITY NEWS | 11 September, 2023

Queen’s University today welcomed nine technicians to its workforce as part of the Technician Apprenticeship Pilot Programme, launched earlier this year.

Queen’s report shows extent of violence experienced by girls and young women

SOCIETY | 7 September, 2023

The report, ‘It’s Just What Happens’: Girls’ and Young Women’s Views and Experiences of Violence in Northern Ireland, found that 73 per cent of girls aged 12-17 reported having experienced at least one form of violence in their lifetime.

Children's Rights, Human Rights

Statement from Queen’s University Belfast on rejoining the Horizon Europe science-research programme

UNIVERSITY STATEMENT | 7 September, 2023

Queen’s University welcomes today’s news that the UK is to rejoin the European Union’s multi-billion Euro, Horizon Europe science-research programme.

Health

Researchers transform landfilled wind turbine blades into footbridges

7 September, 2023

Researchers at Queen’s University Belfast are transforming wind turbine blades, which are set to be landfilled or incinerated, into footbridges that can hold the weight of a 30-tonne digger.

Sustainability

Researchers discover a new type of fast and furious cosmic explosion

Science | 7 September, 2023

A dazzling and rare cosmic explosion, which outshines most supernovae in the Universe, has been spotted by researchers at Queen’s University Belfast.

New bacteria discovery could lead to better treatments for people with cystic fibrosis

HEALTH | 5 September, 2023

New research led by Queen’s University has made a breakthrough in the field of microbiology, which could lead to the development of new treatments for people with compromised immune systems, such as those with cystic fibrosis.

Health

Queen’s announces Pro-Chancellor and Honorary Treasurer appointments

UNIVERSITY NEWS | 4 September, 2023

Queen’s has announced the appointments of Orla Corr OBE as Pro-Chancellor of the University and Adrian Doran as Honorary Treasurer of the Senate.

Michael Hofmann appointed Seamus Heaney International Visiting Poetry Fellow at Queen’s

ARTS & CULTURE | 4 September, 2023

Award-winning poet Michael Hofmann has been appointed as the fourth Seamus Heaney International Visiting Poetry Fellow at Queen’s.

Poetry

Queen’s announces rebranded Business School

UNIVERSITY NEWS | 1 September, 2023

The newly branded Queen’s Business School is set to open the doors of its new £26m innovative Student Hub building for over 3,000 students and staff when the new academic year starts later this month.

Business

Queen’s University hosts Europe’s largest archaeology conference with more than 3,000 delegates

31 August, 2023

Archaeologists from all over Europe are gathering at Queen’s University this week for the European association of Archaeologists (EAA) annual conference 2023.

Queen’s new Open Learning programme explores the key issues of our time

EDUCATION | 29 August, 2023

Populism, migration and our place in the universe are just some of the key topics in this autumn/winter’s Open Learning programme of short courses at Queen’s.

Education, Languages, Modern languages

New toolkit provides more efficient analysis of health data to drive improvements in patient care

HEALTH | 24 August, 2023

Researchers from Queen’s University have developed a new toolkit that harnesses the power of ‘Big Data’ for digital health with the aim of driving improvements in patient care and outcomes through data-driven innovation.

Cancer, Cancer Research, Health, Health data

Mitchell Institute hosted collaborative workshop on ‘Turbulent Religions, Alternative Futures’

SOCIETY | 23 August, 2023

The Senator George J. Mitchell Institute for Global Peace, Security and Justice at Queen’s recently hosted a collaborative workshop with the University of Notre Dame on ‘Turbulent Religions, Alternative Futures’.

Peace studies, Society

Groundbreaking stem cell discovery sheds light on cause of developmental disorders

HEALTH | 23 August, 2023

New research led by Queen’s University Belfast has identified that the gene Spic plays a central role in regulating stem cell identity during early embryonic development.

Cancer, Cancer Research, Development, Health Sciences

Queen’s announce new landmark venue for the Seamus Heaney Centre

UNIVERSITY NEWS | 21 August, 2023

Queen’s University Belfast has announced a £4.9m new landmark venue for the Seamus Heaney Centre at Queen’s, which will open for staff, students, and the public in early 2024.

Creative Arts, Cultural Life

Queen’s Professor leads Big Data effort to address cancer and cardiovascular diseases

HEALTH | 17 August, 2023

Professor Mark Lawler from Queen’s will co-direct The Big Data for Complex Disease (BDCD) Programme which aims to exploit the power of big data to diagnose and treat two of the biggest global health challenges - cancer and cardiovascular diseases.

Cancer, Cancer Research, Health, Health data

Student from Tanzania gains valuable research experience as part of Queen’s iEngage Programme

HEALTH | 14 August, 2023

Ashraf Mahmoud from Tanzania has joined the Wellcome-Wolfson Institute for Experimental Medicine (WWIEM) at Queen’s University Belfast as part of the Institute’s iEngage summer research programme.

Health, Medicine

Queen’s MBA programme to prepare leaders for the challenges of tomorrow

UNIVERSITY NEWS | 10 August, 2023

Queen’s prestigious Master of Business Administration (MBA) programme will prepare leaders for tomorrow’s global challenges and accelerate career opportunities.

Business, Business Engagement

Northern Ireland collaboration providing better and faster diagnostic testing for people with cancer

HEALTH | 9 August, 2023

A new collaboration has transformed healthcare in Northern Ireland by providing a more precise and faster diagnosis service, as well as better treatment options for people with cancer.

Cancer, Cancer Research, Health, Health Sciences, Precision medicine

Queen's report finds more psychological services needed for victims and survivors of the Troubles

SOCIETY & HEALTH | 7 August, 2023

Queen’s report ‘Conflict, Trauma and Mental Health - How psychological services in Northern Ireland address the needs of victims and survivors”, finds that more psychological services are needed for victims and survivors of the Troubles.

Health, Mental Health, Northern Ireland, Psychological trauma

Queen's recently hosted the STEAM summer scheme for local children from the Markets community

SOCIETY | 3 August, 2023

Queen’s recently hosted a week-long STEAM summer scheme for young people from the Markets community in Belfast, giving the young participants a broad range of educational experiences and a taster for future studies and careers paths.

Mitchell Institute recently co-hosted Belfast/Good Friday Agreement event in San Francisco

SOCIETY | 3 August, 2023

The Senator George J. Mitchell Institute for Global Peace, Security and Justice recently co-hosted an event with the Consulate General of Ireland, the California Legislative Irish Caucus and the British Consulate General in San Francisco.

Northern Ireland, Peace studies

Queen’s University team win prestigious national teaching award

3 August, 2023

Queen’s University’s Science Shop team, have today (3 August), been announced as winners at the national Advance HE teaching awards.

Researchers develop 3D printed bandage that delivers innovative treatment for diabetic foot ulcers

HEALTH | 27 July, 2023

Researchers from Queen’s University Belfast have designed a new 3D printed bandage, known as a scaffold, which presents an innovative method of treatment to heal diabetic foot ulcers (DFUs).

Diabetes, Health

UK and Europe join forces for construction of largest ever European Solar Telescope

Science | 26 July, 2023

Queen’s University Belfast is joining forces with universities from across the UK and nine European countries who have committed to the construction of the European Solar Telescope (EST).

Queen’s students set for American adventure on US scholarship programme

UNIVERSITY NEWS | 24 July, 2023

Thirty-seven students from Queen’s University Belfast will be journeying to the United States to study at universities and colleges next month.

New All-Island partnership will increase nursing and midwifery places at Queen’s University

24 July, 2023

A new All-Island partnership between Queen’s University Belfast and the Irish Government has enabled an increase in the number of places available for those who wish to study nursing and midwifery at the University.

Health, Nursing & Midwifery

Queen's academic inaugural winner of ‘Outstanding Pharmacy Early-Career Researcher Award’ 2023

RECOGNITION | 21 July, 2023

Dr Stephen Kelly from the School of Pharmacy at Queen's has been announced as the inaugural winner of the 2023 ‘Outstanding Pharmacy Early-Career Researcher Award’ (OPERA).

Pharmacy

Landmark study demonstrates economic benefit of precision medicine in treating cancer

HEALTH | 20 July, 2023

A landmark study led by Queen’s University Belfast has shown how precision medicine can be a cheaper and more efficient way to treat cancer.

Cancer, Cancer Research, Health, Health data

Queen’s University Belfast and Belfast City Council join forces to remove barriers to employment

UNIVERSITY NEWS | 19 July, 2023

A new partnership between Queen's and Belfast City Council will provide 15 people living in Belfast, with few or no qualifications, with the opportunity to secure an administrative role in the University.

Queen’s Professor recommended as new Commission Member for Irish Human Rights & Equality Commission

RECOGNITION | 14 July, 2023

Professor Colin Harvey from Queen’s University Belfast is one of six new Commission Members recommended for appointment to the Irish Human Rights and Equality Commission.

Human Rights, Law

Statement on UCEA decision

UNIVERSITY STATEMENT | 11 July, 2023

Statement from Queen’s University Belfast on UCEA decision.

Study shows how Belfast/Good Friday Agreement enhanced cancer research, saving thousands of lives

HEALTH | 11 July, 2023

New research led by Professor Mark Lawler from Queen’s has highlighted the significant positive impact the Belfast/Good Friday Agreement has had on cancer research, cancer care and cancer outcomes across the island of Ireland in the last 25 years. 

Cancer, Cancer Research, Health, Health data

2023 Allstate NI Queen’s Student of the Year is Miss Eimear O'Rourke

7 July, 2023

Eimear O'Rourke has been announced as the 2023 Allstate NI Queen’s Student of the Year, joining a prestigious list of Queen’s University students who have been similarly recognised for their outstanding achievements

Queen’s researchers create new 4D printed implants for efficient breast cancer management

HEALTH | 6 July, 2023

Researchers from Queen’s University Belfast have created personalised 4D printed “smart” implants for breast cancer management. This is the first time that 4D printing has been used for the manufacturing of breast cancer implants.

Cancer, Health, Pharmacy

Medical students dance their way to success

Graduation | 6 July, 2023

A trio of medical students who are due to pick up their degrees today say one of their best achievements from their time at Queen’s was making their mark with K-pop.

Mature student tackles a series of obstacles to graduate in Biological Sciences

Graduation | 6 July, 2023

When Jenna Neil left school in 2005, she went to work in a local pharmacy followed by a Doctor’s Surgery.

Queen’s honours Eden Project co-founder Sir Tim Smit for his contribution to Environment Conservatio

Graduation | 6 July, 2023

Sir Tim Smit, will today be awarded a Doctor of Science in recognition of his services to environment conservation.

Ulster Rugby player Shea graduates as a doctor from Queen’s

Graduation | 6 July, 2023

Shea O’Brien will graduate today with a Bachelor of Science degree in Medicine from the School of Medicine, Dentistry and Biomedical Sciences at Queen’s University Belfast.

Queen’s honours Medical Professional and Philanthropist for services to clinical education

Graduation | 6 July, 2023

Dr Brian Cheung, a successful business professional and philanthropist, will be awarded an Honorary degree at Queen’s today, almost 40 years after his first Queen’s graduation.

Two new senior appointments announced at Queen's

People and Culture | 5 July, 2023

As part of our continued implementation of Strategy 2030 and following an extensive public recruitment process, President and Vice-Chancellor Professor Sir Ian Greer is pleased to announce two new senior appointments.

Queen’s Professor features in new Minecraft World downloaded over one million times in first months

5 July, 2023

The unique educational resource which allows gamers to travel through the solar system and throughout history was created as part of Our Place in Space.

Queen’s researchers’ vital work prompts removal of ban on treatment breaks for bowel cancer patients

HEALTH | 5 July, 2023

Queen’s research has provided vital evidence that led NHS England to end a ban on ‘treatment breaks’ for advanced bowel cancer patients, allowing them a break from two drugs without the risk of having to pay thousands of pounds to continue treatment.

Cancer, Cancer Research

Inspirational mother of five graduates with PhD in Education

Graduation | 5 July, 2023

Sarah Patterson, 37, Belfast, is today graduating with a PhD in Education after a busy six years having five children, four maternity leaves, three boys during three lockdowns, two PhD supervisors and one house move.

Mission Impossible achieved for Doctor of Philosophy Nkem

Graduation | 5 July, 2023

Law lecturer Nkem Itanyi returned to education after an 18-year hiatus bringing her four children from Nigeria to study for a Doctor of Philosophy at Queen’s School of Law.

Inspirational Anna graduates with Psychology degree

Graduation | 4 July, 2023

Anna Volz is celebrating today as she graduates with a degree in Psychology, just one month after her father sadly passed away.

First class dad inspired by brave little Oscaír  

Graduation | 4 July, 2023

 When Noel Kehoe from Newry began his studies at Queen’s, he had no idea of the tough but rewarding journey that would inspire him to graduate with a First Class Honours and a PhD opportunity at Queen’s University Belfast. 

Research finds cold plasma boosts antibiotics which could provide solution to antibiotic resistance

HEALTH | 3 July, 2023

New research led by Queen’s University in collaboration with Thomas Jefferson University, USA, has uncovered an innovative way to amplify the power of antibiotics by using cold atmospheric-pressure plasma as a weapon to enhance their strength.

Health, Pharmacy

“I feel like I’ve got the whole world in my hands” – joyous day as Syrian refugee Shefaa graduates

Graduation | 3 July, 2023

Shefaa Al Deek, who is graduating today with a First Class Honours in Software Engineering, describes her journey as the “impossible dream”.

Student overcomes illness to graduate in Pharmacy  

Graduation | 3 July, 2023

Molly-Ann McCormick, aged 22, from Belfast will today (Monday 3 July) graduate with a MPharm in Pharmacy from Queen’s University Belfast.  

Inspirational Owen graduates with Master’s just months after losing mum

Graduation | 3 July, 2023

Owen Sortwell is celebrating with his partner and family today as he graduates with a Master’s in Computer Science after overcoming a very challenging few years, losing his mum to cancer.

Fergal battles the odds to graduate with First Class degree 

Graduation | 3 July, 2023

Fergal Bittles from Belfast left school at 16 after failing most of his GCSEs but today he’s celebrating as he graduates from Queen’s with a First Class Honours in Computer Science. 

Former Registrar and Chief Operating Officer honoured at Queen’s

3 July, 2023

Former Registrar and Chief Operating Officer of Queen’s James O’Kane has been honoured at his former workplace for services to Business and Commerce and Higher Education.

Mollie overcomes challenges to graduate from Queen’s

Graduation | 1 July, 2023

Mollie Egan-Crossan, aged 22 and from Derry/Donegal, will today (Saturday 1 July) graduate from the School of Arts, English and Languages at Queen’s University Belfast with a 2:1 BA (Hons) in Film and Theatre Making.

Inspirational Belfast nurse overcomes adversity to graduate with dream job 

Graduation | 1 July, 2023

Michelle Wilson will graduate today (Saturday 1 July) with a degree in Adult Nursing from the School of Nursing and Midwifery at Queen’s University Belfast.  

High flyer Jia celebrates success as he graduates with PhD from Queen’s 

Graduation | 30 June, 2023

Jia Ge, originally from near Beijing in China, is celebrating today as he graduates with a PhD in Aerospace Engineering. 

Ukrainian student looks to the future

Graduation | 29 June, 2023

23-year-old student Valerie Kravtsova was completing her placement in Kyiv when Russia invaded Ukraine. She was forced to flee the city, leaving behind family members, friends and colleagues.

Remarkable student disabled during degree celebrates graduating with Master’s from Queen’s

Graduation | 29 June, 2023

Aoibhinn Loughlin, aged 29 and originally from Derry City but now lives in Dublin, is graduating with a Master’s (MSc) in Management with Distinction from Queen’s Management School.

Hat-trick for the Mullan Family as Ciara Graduates from Queen’s 

Graduation | 29 June, 2023

Ciara Mullan, aged 22 from Carrickmore in Co. Tyrone, is graduating with a First Class Honours degree BSc in Actuarial Science and Risk Management from Queen’s Management School.  

Windsor Framework sees slight warming of opinion on the Protocol

29 June, 2023

The latest in the series of polls on Brexit and the Protocol on Ireland/Northern shows a slight warming of opinion in Northern Ireland to the Protocol now that the Windsor Framework has been agreed.

Joint statement on marking and assessment boycott

28 June, 2023

Joint Statement from Queen’s University Belfast and the University and College Union (UCU), Queen’s branch

Queen’s University Belfast in top 14% of universities in the world

UNIVERSITY NEWS | 28 June, 2023

Queen’s University Belfast has climbed 31 places to be named one of the top universities in the world in the QS World University Rankings.

Queen’s co-hosts conference on addressing difficult and traumatic pasts

SOCIETY | 27 June, 2023

This week Queen’s hosted a conference in collaboration with the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum that explored the challenges facing scholars, museum professionals and archivists as they seek to address difficult, contested or traumatic pasts.

History, Society

Contributions to the arts, science, energy and business honoured at Queen’s

GRADUATION | 27 June, 2023

Leading figures from across the arts, business, public service and the community will receive Honorary Doctorates from Queen’s University for their significant contribution to society in Northern Ireland and further afield.

Graduation

Queen’s announce Mark Pajak as the winner of the Seamus Heaney First Collection Poetry Prize 2023

ARTS | 27 June, 2023

The Seamus Heaney Centre at Queen’s University Belfast has announced the winner of their 2023 Poetry Prize for a First Collection, supported by the Atlantic Philanthropies.

Creative Arts, Poetry

Joe Kennedy III opens new building at Queen’s University Belfast

22 June, 2023

Queen’s University Belfast today (Thursday 22 June) hosted U.S. Special Envoy to Northern Ireland for Economic Affairs, Joseph Kennedy III, to open a new building at Queen’s Management School.

Drive to net zero can transform economy

Sustainability | 21 June, 2023

There is a “huge economic opportunity” to be grasped as Northern Ireland strives to reach net zero. That was the message at the Northern Ireland Energy Summit, attended by 400 leaders from across the energy industry.

Sustainability

Mitchell Institute Co-hosts the third Conversations on Britishness and Irishness event in London

SOCIETY | 21 June, 2023

The Senator George J. Mitchell Institute for Global Peace, Security and Justice, in collaboration with the  Royal Irish Academy (RIA) and the University of Notre Dame recently co-hosted the third Conversations on Britishness and Irishness event.

Global peace, Northern Ireland, Peace studies

pHion Therapeutics and Queen’s announce £1million funding for a new vaccine for prostate cancer

HEALTH | 21 June, 2023

mRNA vaccine company, pHion Therapeutics, has announced a joint Innovate UK award with Queen’s University Belfast. The £1million grant will fund a 24-month project to develop a multi-antigenic therapeutic vaccine for prostate cancer.

Cancer, Cancer Research

Children from newcomer, refugee and asylum-seeking backgrounds prolonged wait for school places

EDUCATION & SOCIETY | 20 June, 2023

A research report launched today (Tuesday 20 June) has found that newcomer pupils and children from refugee and asylum-seeking backgrounds often experience a protracted wait for school places in NI due to shortages in areas of high demand.

Child and Youth Participation, Education, Society

Professor Sir Ian Greer DL recognised in King's Honours list

UNIVERSITY NEWS | 17 June, 2023

Statement from Professor Ian Greer DL, President and Vice-Chancellor of Queen's on receiving the honour of Knight Bachelor in the King’s Honours list.

New senior appointment announced at Queen's

People and Culture | 16 June, 2023

Queen’s announces £0.5 million support to help lower income students

UNIVERSITY NEWS | 14 June, 2023

A new bursary scheme to support students from lower income backgrounds has been announced by Queen’s.

NI businesses to benefit from £1m Innovate UK funding for AMIC

UNIVERSITY NEWS | 14 June, 2023

A £1m investment from Innovate UK will enable Northern Ireland’s Advanced Manufacturing Innovation Centre (AMIC) to start supporting local businesses in the next few months.

City Deal

Report finds language learning in NI schools ‘slowly recovering’ after Covid-19 pandemic

SOCIETY | 13 June, 2023

The Language Trends Northern Ireland report surveyed over 50 per cent of post-primaries, 10.5 per cent of primary schools and over 1,150 Year 9 pupils to learn more about language provision in Northern Ireland.

Languages, Modern languages, Northern Ireland

Queen’s University researchers and alumni awarded Fulbright Scholarships

UNIVERSITY NEWS | 9 June, 2023

Three Queen's alumni and two researchers are amongst five of 37 people across Ireland to be awarded a Fulbright scholarship this year.

Two new senior appointments announced at Queen's

PEOPLE & CULTURE | 9 June, 2023

As part of our continued implementation of Strategy 2030 and following an extensive public recruitment process, President and Vice-Chancellor Professor Ian Greer is pleased to announce two new senior appointments.

Queen's Celebrates Sporting Excellence at 2023 Deep RiverRock Blues Awards

SPORT | 9 June, 2023

The Awards are a key highlight of the sporting year at Queen's and showcases the positive impact of all those who contribute to sport and wellbeing at the University.

blues awards

Study suggests more assisted living places needed for people living with ARBI

SOCIETY | 8 June, 2023

Researchers from Queen’s suggest more assisted living places and a Step-Down facility are needed to facilitate the transition from discharge into the community for people living with Alcohol Related Brain Injury (ARBI) in Northern Ireland.

Health, Mental Health, Society, Sociology

New food-testing method from Queen's University scores top marks in study

HEALTH | 8 June, 2023

A potentially game-changing method to ensure the authenticity of food has achieved 100% accuracy in a research project led by IGFS – with potential for application across the global, food-supply chain.

Food Integrity, Health

Students boost IT career opportunities through Coding Course

7 June, 2023

Eight students from North and West Belfast have had the opportunity to develop their software skills with support from Queen’s University and global IT business, Telefónica Tech.

Report led by Queen’s provides recommendations to reduce car dependency in Northern Ireland

HEALTH | 7 June, 2023

Researchers from Queen’s University Belfast have produced a report that sets out a high-level review of policies and programmes with the aim of reducing car dependency in Northern Ireland, and in particular, Belfast.

Health, Public Health

Queen’s Sport announce new Hall of Fame to celebrate outstanding sports people at annual awards

7 June, 2023

Queen’s Sport have launched a new Hall of Fame to recognise the outstanding sports men and women and Queen’s alumni at the annual Blues Awards.

Queen's Sport

Study by NI Cancer Registry reveals adverse impact of Covid-19 on entire cancer patient pathways

HEALTH | 7 June, 2023

A study by the NI Cancer Registry reveals the adverse impact of COVID-19 on the entire cancer patient pathway in NI; that is the patient’s journey from suspicion of cancer through clinical investigations, patient diagnosis, and treatment to survival.

Coronavirus, Health, Health data, Public Health

Research finds greater societal awareness needed to protect our privacy and data from AI when we die

SOCIETY | 6 June, 2023

A research study has suggested that greater societal awareness of ‘ghostbots’ and a ‘Do not bot me’ clause in wills and other contracts could prevent us from being digitally reincarnated without our permission when we die. 

Law, Technology

Queen's academic awarded two prestigious honours recognising exceptional research in eye health

RECOGNITION | 5 June, 2023

Dr Ving Fai Chan, Lecturer in Global Eye Health from the Centre for Public Health at Queen’s University Belfast, has been awarded The European Academy of Optometry and Optics Fellowship and the highest honour from the Ministry of Health, Zanzibar.

Health, Public Health

Queen's and NIPANC explore opportunities for future collaboration

HEALTH | 2 June, 2023

Professor Chris Scott, Interim Dean of Research for the Faculty of Medicine, Health, and Life Sciences at Queen’s University, met with local pancreatic cancer charity NIPANC to look at exploratory opportunities for future collaboration.

Cancer, Cancer Research

“ADAPT my Beach” guide launched to support development of inclusive beaches across Northern Ireland

HEALTH | 2 June, 2023

The Mae Murray Foundation has launched the “ADAPT my Beach” guide, with support from Queen’s University Belfast and the Esmee Fairbairn Foundation.

Health, Mental Health, Public Health

Queen’s University moves up in global sustainability impact rankings

SUSTAINABILITY | 1 June, 2023

Queen’s University Belfast has been ranked in the top 6% of institutions worldwide for sustainability in the Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings 2023.

Sustainability