Archive of news for August 2011

August 2011

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Experts look into future of mental health at Hunter health congress

Acclaimed mental health expert Professor Patrick McGorry will give his assessment of the future of mental health in Australia at a public lecture in Newcastle this week.

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Newcastle leads global education alliance

The University of Newcastle’s Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic and Global Relations) Professor Kevin McConkey has been appointed the chair of a Chinese-Australian alliance, which aims to promote international higher education.

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New hope for infectious disease treatments

A Newcastle scientist has developed a technique to stop viruses and bacteria multiplying in the human body, paving the way for new drugs to treat infectious disease, cancer and neurological disorders.

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Years of research explained in 180 seconds

Postgraduate research students at the University of Newcastle will this week explain their fields of study in just three minutes.

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Discover something amazing at the Central Coast Open Day

Come along and discover something amazing at the Central Coast Open Day on Saturday 20 August.

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Titanic tales of the deep from world-renowned microbiologist

The corrosion specialist involved in the study of the Titanic wreck will speak about biological deterioration at a public lecture in Newcastle tomorrow.

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16th

New era for water management and research

What if the Hunter’s treated wastewater could be used to heat homes and office buildings? This and other concepts could become reality thanks to a new research partnership between Hunter Water and the University of Newcastle.

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Central Coast students sink teeth into teaching oral care

Central Coast community members are being encouraged to brush up on their oral hygiene by visiting the University of Newcastle’s Oral Health Clinic during Oral Health Month.

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25th

Learn about study options in one of the world’s top 10 cities

The University of Newcastle’s Callaghan campus will open its doors this Saturday to showcase the study options available in one of the best cities in the world.

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Leading women's health survey on for young and old

University of Newcastle researchers are calling for young women to get involved in shaping the next chapter of one of Australia’s longest-running women’s health studies.

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University academic wins top gong in Asian business school awards

A Newcastle Business School academic has been named among Asia’s best professors in human resource management at a recent awards ceremony in Singapore.

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29th

Students illustrate a passion for natural history

The meticulous skills required for detailed flora and fauna illustration will be on show when one of the University of Newcastle’s most unique awards is decided tomorrow. (August 30)

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New $2 million Central Coast podiatry clinic to kickstart careers

A $2 million state-of-the-art podiatry clinic was officially opened today, significantly boosting services for the Central Coast community.

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