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Archive of news for March 2007

March 2007

1st

University of Newcastle graduates ahead of the game

Graduates from the University of Newcastle are attracting higher than average starting salaries and are more likely to gain full-time employment within four months of completing their degrees.

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Team emotions important for leaders in the workplace

Great relationships with team members can be counter productive for managers according to the University of Newcastle's Dr Herman Tse.

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Revitalising Indigenous language

Stemming the loss of traditional Indigenous languages is the focus of a seminar at the University of Newcastle tomorrow.

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2nd

University Library initiative receives international recognition

Staff at the University of Newcastle Library have received international recognition for their work in developing a unique online teaching program which is accessible via the Internet.

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5th

Newcastle University Sport (NUsport) named Sporting Organisation of the Year

Newcastle University Sport (NUsport) has been named Newcastle City Council Sporting Organisation of the Year at the 2006 Newcastle City Council Sports Awards, held Friday 2 March, 2007.

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6th

Reducing greenhouse gas emissions

The impact on the coal industry of capturing CO2 emissions and storing them underground will be discussed during an address tomorrow by a leading researcher in the field of geosequestration.

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6th

Funding to develop mental health networks in rural communities

The University of Newcastle's Centre for Rural and Remote Mental Health (CRRMH) has received $58,000 to continue a program which helps farmers with mental health problems.

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Breast cancer researcher among top 10 'hottest' in the world

University of Newcastle researcher, Professor John Forbes, has been named as one of the top 10 'hottest' researchers in the world, with his inclusion on the Thomson Scientific 'Hottest Researcher' list for 2005 - 2006.

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7th

University celebrates International Women's Day

Mrs Fatu Kigbo from the University of Newcastle will draw on personal experience when she discusses the differences between life in Australia and life in Nigeria for females, at International Women's Day celebrations tomorrow.

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8th

Sounding out schizophrenia and Parkinson's disease

How we respond to noise could be one of the key indicators of a predisposition to schizophrenia or Parkinson's disease according to the latest research underway at the University of Newcastle.

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9th

New $1million facility for nanotechnology

A new, world class laboratory will open at the University of Newcastle next week, paving the way for an exciting new program of multinational collaborative research in organic electronics and nanotechnology*.

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9th

New theology degree program at the University of Newcastle

A Bachelor degree program in theology will be offered by the University of Newcastle for the first time, making the University one of just three in New South Wales to offer such a degree.

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11th

Drama students present Love Potions

Students from the University of Newcastle's School of Drama, Fine Art and Music will next week present the modern Australian drama - Love Potions.

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12th

University condemns recent Ourimbah incidents

The University of Newcastle abhors any form of discrimination or harassment and does not tolerate racism in any form.

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13th

University secures $12 million for national priority research areas

Two research centres at the University of Newcastle have secured almost $12 million from the Australian Government's 'Centres of Excellence' scheme.

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13th

University researcher wins top award for conservation education

A leading marine scientist from the University of Newcastle, Dr Bill Gladstone, has received a prestigious award for his work in environmental education.

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15th

University joins with NSW Police Force

In a first for country NSW Police, the University of Newcastle is equipping officers with leadership skills as part of a high quality, practical business course.

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18th

Book Launch

Dr Peter Droege's latest book is a blueprint for urban transformation, to help cities and towns address climate change through the introduction of renewable energy.

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19th

University Library opens door to high school students

For the first time, all high school students in the Newcastle, Hunter and Central Coast regions will have access to the University of Newcastle Library - the biggest collection in regional NSW.

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20th

University honours music pioneer

The music pioneer responsible for laying the foundations for the cultural icon that is today’s Conservatorium will be honoured by the University of Newcastle this weekend.

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20th

New cultural diversity resource launched on Harmony Day

The University of Newcastle will promote cultural awareness and diversity during Harmony Day celebrations tomorrow with the launch of a cultural diversity toolkit - a major new resource for the University.

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20th

New technology to enhance mining reliability

New technology being developed at the University of Newcastle could be the key to making mining equipment more reliable and saving the industry millions of dollars.

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21st

University researcher joins €12 million project

University of Newcastle researcher Dr Peter Lewis is the only Australian to join a massive European-based project which is investigating the development of diseases such as anthrax and golden staph.

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22nd

Young people needed for psychotherapy study

The University of Newcastle is seeking participants for a study aimed at uncovering the best ways to help people at increased risk of developing psychosis.

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25th

Preserving art lectures

The University of Newcastle will hold a series of free lectures this week to raise awareness about simple practices people can apply to protect their artworks.

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26th

Inaugural award for outstanding higher research candidates

Three students, including one investigating breast cancer development and progression, have been awarded an inaugural Vice-Chancellor's Award for Outstanding Research Higher Degree Candidates at the University of Newcastle.

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26th

Newcastle academic elected to peak national body of scientists

University of Newcastle Professor Scott Sloan has been elected to the Fellowship of the prestigious Australian Academy of Science, the peak body of scientists in Australia.

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27th

Scholarships to help reduce doctor shortage in rural areas

Two students from the University of Newcastle have received $5,000 scholarships to support their medical training in a rural setting.

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27th

Drug policy expert joins University

Shu Chuen Li, a pioneer in the field of pharmacoeconomics in Australia, has joined the University as a Professor of Pharmacy.

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27th

Artist takes up residence in Gallery

The University Gallery will become an art studio for renowned abstract painter Judith Duquemin this week.

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29th

University welcomes new Professor to the Central Coast

Encouraging new teachers to think critically about what and how they teach is a key focus for Professor Keith Crawford, who has joined the University of Newcastle's Ourimbah campus.

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31st

University unveils new image

The University of Newcastle today unveiled a new image and identity which will strengthen its position in an increasingly competitive market place.

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