Archive of news for September 2011
September 2011
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Newcastle researchers at the forefront of melanoma overhaul
Newcastle skin cancer experts are among an international research consortium behind the overhaul of current melanoma treatments worldwide.
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More student beds to reap millions for the Hunter
A major new development that is set to almost double student accommodation on the Callaghan campus is one step closer to reality.
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Sports Awards announced
Students of the University of Newcastle have been recognised for exceptional sporting achievements at this year’s Sports Awards hosted by NUsport.
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Closing the gap between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians
The University of Newcastle has renewed its commitment to closing the 17-year life expectancy gap between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians.
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National spotlight on international student experience
More than 100 higher education delegates from the nation’s leading institutions will arrive in Newcastle this week for inaugural discussions on the international student experience.
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University applauds NSW Government commitment to Newcastle
The University has welcomed the NSW Government’s commitment of $25 million for the establishment of a city campus, revealed in the latest NSW Budget.
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Book Fair raises $75,000 for student scholarships
The recent Friends of the University Book Fair has raised $75,000 for student scholarships at the University of Newcastle.
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New research centre to promote healthy living and battle obesity
A world-leading research centre that integrates the latest health and science evidence with innovative education programs has been established to combat the nation’s alarming obesity rate and other important lifestyle-related health issues.
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Asthma management breakthrough for pregnant women
An Australian-designed asthma management program has the potential to halve asthma attacks in pregnant women, the most common chronic medical disorder they experience.
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Newcastle is 5 star in independent international audit
An independent audit of the University of Newcastle has delivered a top rating of 5 stars.
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Alumni achievements honoured
A chemical weapons inspector, Flying Doctor, New Inventors judge, United Nations advisor and a leading Australian theatre director are just a handful of the 34 distinguished graduates named as finalists in this year’s Alumni Awards.
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University applauds top graduates
Advisor to the Malaysian National Security Council and local graduate, Dato’ Ir Dr Abu Bakar Bin Jaafar, has been awarded the University of Newcastle Alumni Convocation Medal for professional excellence.
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School students set for adventure to Discover Uni
Hundreds of primary school students will descend on the University of Newcastle's Callaghan campus today for Discover Uni Day.
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| 19th |
Breakthrough for schizophrenia research
University of Newcastle scientists are part of a global research project that has identified five new regions of the human genome associated with schizophrenia.
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| 19th |
Newcastle brokers deal with Sydney college
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| 21st |
United front to boost Hunter energy research and training
A new partnership between the University of Newcastle and Hunter TAFE will further strengthen the Hunter region’s reputation as Australia’s energy hub.
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Newcastle Conservatorium scores $2.8 million donation
Students studying at the Newcastle Conservatorium of Music are set to benefit from a major donation to establish scholarships.
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World-renowned sociologist to lead Newcastle faculty
The University of Newcastle today announced the appointment of its new Pro Vice-Chancellor of the Faculty of Education and Arts, Professor John Germov.
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University partnership grows horticulture research hub
The University of Newcastle’s Central Coast campus is destined to become a leading Australian horticulture research hub following today's opening of the Central Coast Primary Industries Centre.
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| 27th |
Newcastle researcher recognised for stroke genetics work
University of Newcastle researcher, Dr Elizabeth Liz Holliday, has been recognised by the Stroke Society of Australasia (SSA) for her contribution to stroke genetics work conducted by the Australian Stroke Genetics Collaborative.
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Help take the magic of the University of Newcastle Chamber Choir to the world
The University of Newcastle Chamber Choir will take on the world in the 2012 World Choir Games and they need your help get there.
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| 29th |
University fellowship winner has eye on urban renewal
Lessons learned from a Brazilian city could be the key to revitalising Newcastle’s central business district.
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