Archive of news for 2012

January 2012

2nd

University is full of opportunities - find out more

University of Newcastle staff and students will be on hand to talk to prospective students about study options and to give help changing preferences or applying for alternative entry options, at an Advisory Day on Wednesday 4 January 2012.

4th

Hypothermia under microscope for stroke treatment

A University of Newcastle research team is investigating the optimum use of hypothermia to reduce further brain injury to stroke patients.

16th

Tracking women’s food intake to feed new weight loss program

Tracking women’s food intake to feed new weight loss program Researchers at the University of Newcastle are exploring innovative ways for young women to monitor what they eat.

17th

Sun, surf and free legal advice this summer

The University will celebrate its ninth year of offering free legal advice through the Newcastle Legal Centre’s flagship summer program, Law on the Beach.

18th

University releases Main Round Offers

The University of Newcastle released 8,345 Main Round Offers to undergraduate students tonight.

23rd

Virtual treatment room to help cancer battle

In an Australian first, a virtual radiotherapy treatment room will be used to train student radiation therapists in the safe and effective delivery of high doses of radiation to affected cancer sites in the body.

30th

University trailblazers saluted in honours list

Three University of Newcastle researchers have each received one of the highest honours in the 2012 Australia Day honours list.

February 2012

2nd

Late Round Offers released

The University of Newcastle released 787 Late Round Offers to undergraduate students on Wednesday night.

2nd

Improved cancer therapies on the horizon

University of Newcastle researcher Dr Nikki Verrills has been awarded a $360,000 grant to examine a potential new treatment for leukaemia patients.

3rd

Newcastle Professor elected to top neuroscience post

The University of Newcastle’s Professor John Rostas has formally began his role as President of the Neuroscience Society of Australia and New Zealand (NSANZ).

8th

Helping hand for Port Macquarie students

Local students enrolled at the University of Newcastle’s Port Macquarie campus are being encouraged to apply for thousands of dollars worth of financial support available to them.

9th

World-class choir of the year looking for new songbirds

The University of Newcastle’s world champion Chamber Choir is auditioning for new members this month.

9th

Family estrangement: adult children asked for their experiences

A University of Newcastle academic is taking her research into family estrangement to the next level, examining the experiences of adult children who are not in contact with their parents.

13th

University presents award to Governor-General of Australia

The University of Newcastle is today presenting an award to the Governor-General of Australia, Ms Quentin Bryce AC CVO, for Outstanding Contribution to the Australian Community.

15th

Research shows smoking and infertility link

Research at the University of Newcastle suggests that exposure to cigarette smoke as a baby can reduce a female’s fertility.

22nd

State-of-the-art Central Coast library opens its doors

The University of Newcastle’s Central Coast campus is celebrating the start of the 2012 academic year by throwing open the doors of its $3.2 million library redevelopment today.

23rd

Scholarships raise the bar for Port Stephens students

The University of Newcastle is urging Port Stephens students to apply for one of the hundreds of scholarships available to them.

24th

Hats off to 55 Port Macquarie graduates

Vanessa Barbara will be awarded one of the University of Newcastle’s highest honours when she graduates with more than 50 peers at Port Macquarie today.

27th

University welcomes back students to Central Coast for 2012

After a three-month break, the University of Newcastle came alive today with thousands of students eager to return to their studies and more than 1,200 attending the Ourimbah campus for the first time.

27th

University welcomes back students to Callaghan for 2012

After a three-month break, the University of Newcastle has come alive today with thousands of students eager to return to their studies and more than 5,000 attending the Callaghan campus for the first time.

March 2012

1st

All systems go for contemporary new accommodation at Callaghan

The Development Approval for the new accommodation precinct offering some 780 additional beds on the University of Newcastle’s Callaghan campus received the green light today.

2nd

International alliance delivers treasure trove of data

An international consortium comprising around 100 scientists and mathematicians, including Australian researchers, has for the first time pooled shared knowledge and data to deliver a holistic understanding of the biological changes in a cell.

4th

Newcastle student praised at NSW International Student Festival

University of Newcastle student Vishnu Vigneswaran has been praised for his dedication to others and tireless community efforts, at the 2012 NSW International Student Festival.

6th

University of Newcastle welcomes new Regional Australia Institute

The contribution of regional universities will be a key element in the work of the new Regional Australia Institute recently launched by the Australian Government.

7th

Free mobile oral health service to brighten smiles on Central Coast

A free community mobile oral health service run by the University of Newcastle was launched on the Central Coast on March 7.

13th

University of Newcastle an employer of choice for women

The University of Newcastle has today been awarded a prestigious Employer of Choice for Women citation for 2012.

15th

Food guidelines for pregnant women need review

A University of Newcastle study has identified a major diet dilemma for pregnant women and those trying to conceive – avoiding potentially ‘risky’ foods while maintaining an adequate nutrient intake.

22nd

Study shows dramatic benefit of new stroke therapy

A new clot-busting drug therapy has achieved significant treatment benefits for acute stroke victims in a groundbreaking three-year study by the HMRI Stroke Research Group.

27th

Olympic village architect wins gold medal

The University of Newcastle professor who has designed multiple Olympic Games venues and villages has been awarded the Australian Institute of Architects’ highest accolade, the Gold Medal.

April 2012

3rd

Newcastle scientists step closer to Alzheimer's blood test

An interdisciplinary team of scientists at the University of Newcastle has shown the potential of a simple blood-based test to identify people in the early stages of Alzheimer’s disease, before any symptoms appear.

11th

New program to train NSW doctors in leadership

The NSW Director-General of Health, Dr Mary Foley, has officially launched an innovative University of Newcastle Masters program for doctors working in the state’s hospitals.

11th

GRANEX to bring solar heat and electricity to The Forum

Hunter-based invention GRANEX® will soon be powering and heating The Forum Sports and Aquatic Centre at the University of Newcastle's Callaghan campus thanks to a $770,000 grant from the Australian Solar Institute.

12th

University celebrates April graduation

The 2012 April graduation ceremonies will be held over two weeks. A total of 3,900 students will graduate this year, with 12 ceremonies to be held at the university’s Callaghan campus. Ceremonies begin Thursday 12 April and continue on Friday 13 April and Saturday 14 April with further ceremonies to be held on Friday 20 April and Saturday 21 April.

16th

Caps off to excellent teachers

The eight recipients of the 2011 Vice-Chancellor's teaching awards will be officially honoured at the University of Newcastle’s graduation ceremonies this week.

20th

University celebrates second week of graduation

The University of Newcastle’s April graduation ceremonies will continue this week with ceremonies to be today, Friday 20 April and Saturday 21 April.

27th

University appoints new leader for business and law

The University of Newcastle has appointed leading business and organisational development researcher and academic, Professor Richard Dunford, to the position of Pro Vice-Chancellor of the Faculty of Business and Law.

May 2012

1st

University welcomes new Chancellor

The University of Newcastle’s 6th Chancellor, Dr Kenneth Moss AM, begins his term today. Dr Moss succeeds Professor Trevor Waring AM, who served in the position for eight years.

8th

Vale Beryl Nashar (1923 - 2012)

It is with great sadness that the University of Newcastle acknowledges the passing of Emeritus Professor Beryl Nashar – our first female professor and the founding head of Geology.

9th

Personal reflections on show

Four artists have looked within to create uniquely personal pieces in an exhibition to be launched this week at the University Gallery.

9th

Improving the mental and physical wellbeing of the seriously ill

Internationally-renowned psychologist, Professor Prasuna Reddy of the University of Newcastle will tonight tell a Newcastle audience how the medical care of people with serious mental illness could be improved.

15th

Vale Keith Morgan (1929 - 2012)

The University of Newcastle marks with respect and sympathy the recent passing of Emeritus Professor Keith Morgan, Vice-Chancellor of the University from 1987 until 1993.

22nd

Central Coast students and supporters celebrated during Scholars' Week

A Central Coast campus student who suffered burns to 45 per cent of her body in a horrific accident last year is one of 65 students being recognised tomorrow at the Central Coast campus awards night.

23rd

University farewells international students

The University of Newcastle will bid farewell to 60 international graduates from almost 20 countries on Thursday.

23rd

Epidemic reporters needed for national flu tracking

The world’s fastest growing online influenza surveillance program is seeking more participants to register their symptoms and help researchers better understand the potentially life-threatening disease.

29th

Medical student wins national scholarship

A University of Newcastle student whose goal is to improve the health of Indigenous women and children has won a prestigious national medical scholarship.

29th

Newcastle in global 'top 50' of young universities

QS World Rankings today published their inaugural list of the top 50 universities under the age of 50, placing the University of Newcastle at number 33 in the world.

29th

Colombo Plan graduate honoured with prestigious award

For the second time running, a Colombo Plan scholar from the University of Newcastle has been awarded the 2012 Eminent Alumni Award at the Singapore Australia Alumni Awards.

31st

University of Newcastle 2011 Annual Report tabled

The University of Newcastle’s 2011 Annual Report, including its financial statements, has been tabled in NSW Parliament by the NSW Minister for Education, Adrian Piccoli.

31st

Newcastle professor to lead Australasian medical college

The University of Newcastle’s Professor Nicholas Talley has been appointed President-Elect of Australasia’s largest specialist medical college, the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (RACP).

June 2012

1st

Newcastle scores second world stage coup

For the second time in a week, the University of Newcastle has been ranked among the best in the world by an independent global ranking system.

4th

University welcomes NSW health and medical research review

The University of Newcastle applauds the commitment to high quality medical research demonstrated in the NSW Health and Medical Research Strategic Review 2012 and the State Government’s response.

8th

Appeal to support disadvantaged students

The University of Newcastle has launched its second Annual Appeal to raise money for the Shaping Futures Scholarship Fund, which provides $4,000 scholarships for academically gifted students facing hardship.

8th

Simulation centre equips students for medical reality

A life-sized medical manikin that can repeatedly give birth will be used to teach the next generation of medical students at a new University training centre based at the John Hunter Hospital.

12th

Queen's honours list praises education leaders

A former Vice-Chancellor of the University of Newcastle is one of three outstanding members of the University’s community recognised in the 2012 Queen’s birthday honours list.

13th

Challenge recharged with vital funding spark

The future of the University of Newcastle's Science and Engineering Challenge looks brighter thanks to a critical funding recharge from the Australian Government.

14th

Graduates honoured at Australian Indonesian Alumni Awards

Three University of Newcastle graduates have been recognised at the Australian Indonesian Alumni Awards in Jakarta.

18th

Chamber choir on song for second world title in the USA

The University of Newcastle Chamber Choir will this week embark on its fifth international tour, during which it will defend a world title and sing in some of the United States’ most distinguished venues.

20th

University serves up state-of-the-art food science laboratory

A $400,000 refurbishment of a food science laboratory at the University of Newcastle is complete, offering students a first-class training facility that mimics the professional environment of an industrial kitchen.

26th

Eccentric professor's legend lives on

Well-known University of Newcastle Classics professor and eccentric, the late Godfrey Tanner, will be celebrated at an event tomorrow night to mark the 10th anniversary year of his death and announce the winner of the 2012 Godfrey Tanner Undergraduate Scholarship.

26th

Future mums needed for study into influenza and pregnancy

With the flu season well and truly upon us, a group of researchers from the University of Newcastle, John Hunter Hospital and HMRI is seeking women who are planning to become pregnant to participate in a study into the effect of influenza on pregnant women.

27th

Time to celebrate Central Coast graduates

More than 400 students will celebrate the completion of their studies at the Central Coast campus on Thursday 28 June and Friday 29 June.

July 2012

5th

Art and medicine combine for improved health outcomes

Her Excellency, The Governor of NSW, Professor Marie Bashir AC CVO will open a new Arts for Health exhibition at John Hunter Hospital on Friday night, which celebrates Gomeroi gaaynggal, a program designed to improve the health outcomes of expectant Aboriginal mums.

6th

Researchers begin moving into new HMRI Building

Researchers previously based at Newcastle’s David Maddison Building have begun moving into the new $90 million HMRI Building at the Rankin Park campus.

6th

East coast lows crucial to keeping the Hunter hydrated

A new research project by University of Newcastle researchers will examine the important influence of intense climate events, known as east coast lows, on the future water security of Australia’s densely populated eastern seaboard.

11th

Coal & Allied support community-minded students

Hunter Valley coal producer Coal & Allied has partnered again with the University of Newcastle to support Hunter students pursue their passion by providing $60,000 in scholarships.

12th

Young people with diabetes worse off in rural areas

In National Diabetes Week, Newcastle researchers are leading the charge to improve services for young people living with diabetes in rural areas to bring them up to par with their city cousins.

13th

Newcastle model leads equity and excellence in Indigenous education

On the back of figures released by the Australian Government indicating a national increase in access and participation by Indigenous students in higher education, the University of Newcastle is championing an equity and excellence model that is delivering strong results.

16th

Who is taking care of your retirement savings?

In an Australian first, new research will assess the performance of the nation’s superannuation funds and formulate optimum investment strategies based on in-depth academic analysis.

16th

Artists show their virtual reality

The University Gallery is partnering with Sydney’s King Street Gallery to showcase the works of eight of Australia’s leading contemporary landscape artists. Each artist approaches the landscape from their private world depicting their own virtual reality.

16th

Can Australia make the UN Security Council work better?

The president of the UN Security Council at the time of the Rwandan genocide in 1994 will deliver a public lecture at the University of Newcastle on Tuesday 17 July.

17th

Project logs onto smart technology to share Indigenous knowledge

A University of Newcastle research team will explore the potential of smart technology to share the thousands of years of Indigenous knowledge and understanding of Australia’s landscape, plants and animals.

18th

Asthma research discovers key to treatment resistance

More than 670,000 asthmatics in Australia could breathe easier in future with University of Newcastle research investigating why they are resistant to conventional steroid treatment.

19th

Choir’s silver haul in Cincinnati

The University of Newcastle Chamber Choir has been named among the best of the best following a stellar result at the World Choir Games in Cincinnatti.

20th

EXPERT COMMENTATORS LONDON OLYMPIC GAMES

The following University of Newcastle experts are available for comment during the London Olympics Games.

23rd

SHED-IT motivates blokes to battle beer-bulge

A world-first weight loss program by researchers at the University of Newcastle has motivated 85 Hunter men to ‘shed’ a total of 438kgs – equal to about 40 cartons of beer.

25th

Another award for top Newcastle cancer researcher

The University of Newcastle’s Laureate Professor Rob Sanson-Fisher has won the Cancer Institute NSW Make a Difference 2012 award for his cancer prevention work with disadvantaged and vulnerable populations, including reducing smoking among pregnant Aboriginal women.

26th

$3.7 million secured for five Newcastle researchers

Five mid-career researchers at the University of Newcastle have received prestigious Future Fellowships from the Australian Research Council.

26th

Governor of NSW to install new Chancellor

The University of Newcastle is preparing to celebrate the important and historical installation of its sixth Chancellor, Dr Ken Moss AM.

27th

Free oral health checks at Mingara throughout August

The University of Newcastle’s free community mobile oral health service is gearing up for its next Central Coast clinic.

30th

Challenge to spark young bright minds

More than 1,500 of the Hunter’s brightest young minds will be put to the test this week during the 2012 Ausgrid Newcastle Science and Engineering Challenge.

August 2012

1st

Young women needed to help shape new weight loss program

University of Newcastle researchers are calling for young women to help develop a new weight loss program designed specifically for them.

6th

Children's art pavilion undergoes unique unmaking

The University of Newcastle lecturer and architect who designed the Children’s Art Pavilion at Newcastle Region Art Gallery, has encouraged the public to be involved in its unique unmaking.

8th

Newcastle researcher finalist for national award

Newcastle researcher Professor Peter Gibson* has been named a finalist in the national GlaxoSmithKline Award for Research Excellence (ARE).

13th

Explore our world and discover your future at Central Coast Open Day

Come along to Central Coast Open Day on Saturday 18 August to explore and discover the wide range of study and training options available in the region.

13th

Chamber Choir shines with gold medal glory

The University of Newcastle Chamber Choir has struck gold at the Australian National Eisteddfod held in Canberra.

14th

Electric vehicle festival making sustainable transport fun

The future will be on show this weekend when the University of Newcastle’s Tom Farrell Institute hosts the Hunter Valley Electric Vehicle Festival.

14th

Former politician calls for business with a conscience

Former leader of the Australian Democrats and Labor Shadow Minister, Cheryl Kernot, will present the University of Newcastle’s 2012 Society and Health Lecture tonight.

15th

Resurrecting iconic artworks sale

The Friends of the University and the University Gallery have joined forces to revive a much loved iconic Newcastle exhibition and art sale, the Collectors’ Choice.

17th

University of Newcastle ranks in world's top four per cent

The University of Newcastle has been ranked in the top 4 per cent of universities in the world by the 2012 Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU)* released this week.

21st

Diabetes prevention trial calls for men to shape up

A University of Newcastle research team is sizing up Hunter men for a new program aimed at reducing the rising rates of type 2 diabetes.

21st

University opens door to greater community collaboration

The University of Newcastle is launching a new online platform designed to forge closer ties with the region’s community, business and industry.

22nd

Fulbright scholar clicks on web-based weight loss

A globally recognised leader in online weight loss programs will this week challenge a Newcastle audience to judge whether traditional face-to-face programs are ‘old hat’.

23rd

Prospective students offered a taste of uni life

The University of Newcastle will roll out the welcome mat to prospective students this Saturday, showcasing study options and the breadth of university life at its annual Open Day.

27th

Professor Crump takes expertise to the world stage

Professor Stephen Crump, who has led the University’s Central Coast campus since 2006, will retire next year to pursue his research program with leading universities in Europe.

28th

Study reveals potential new treatment for chronic coughing

A drug that is widely used to treat pain and epilepsy can substantially reduce the severity of long-term chronic coughing, according to a new study conducted by University of Newcastle researchers.

28th

University of Newcastle engaged in student safety

The safety and security of all members of our campus community is a top priority for the University, and we welcome input from all parts of the community to support our students and staff.

29th

Port Macquarie study options showcased

The University of Newcastle will showcase its study options to prospective students in Port Macquarie on Thursday 30 August.

30th

Lecture to shine light on political persecution of PM Gillard

A leading Australian journalist and author, Dr Anne Summers AO, says the ‘political persecution’ of Prime Minister Julia Gillard may breach federal laws designed to protect people’s rights at work.

30th

Playtime with dads prepares kids for classroom survival

An Australian-first website is encouraging dads to 'get serious' about playtime in a bid to to better prepare their kids for school.

September 2012

3rd

Genetic discovery will help provide advanced warning for stroke

In what is akin to finding a needle in a haystack, a genetic discovery has helped medical researchers in Newcastle take a further stride towards pre-determining the risk factors for stroke.

5th

Finding the tipping point into psychosis

A University of Newcastle researcher is calling on young people to volunteer for a project to improve understanding of the brain’s development.

6th

Newcastle at the forefront of Australian cancer research

The University of Newcastle has taken delivery of a vital piece of medical research equipment that allows cancer researchers to rapidly translate research from the bench to the bedside.

6th

New appointment for Newcastle's former Vice-Chancellor Professor Nick Saunders

The University of Newcastle congratulates former Vice-Chancellor, Professor Nick Saunders AO, on his appointment to Bond University in Queensland.

10th

Inventing Australia's Energy Future

A symposium in Canberra tomorrow will be told that research and innovation are critical if Australia is to meet its clean energy targets.

11th

Newcastle bucks Australian trend in latest world university rankings

The University of Newcastle has risen 23 places to 268 in the world in the 2012 QS World University Rankings released today, the largest increase of any Australian university.

11th

Professor awarded the 2012 Ian Wark Medal

The University of Newcastle’s Professor Kevin Galvin has been honoured with one of Australian science’s most prestigious awards - the 2012 Ian Wark Medal and Lecture.

12th

Researchers take aim at Australia's methane emissions

University of Newcastle researchers are exploring new ways to reduce Australia's greenhouse gas emissions and ease the flow-on effects of the Australian Government’s carbon tax.

14th

National report backs Newcastle approach to Indigenous education

An Australian Government report released today on higher education for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people is testament to the University of Newcastle’s leadership in the field.

17th

Newcastle Alumnus honoured at prestigious awards

University of Newcastle Alumnus and leading corporate and commercial lawyer, Mr John Zhao, has been recognised at the 2012 Australia China Alumni Awards.

18th

Newcastle academics praised for enriching student learning

University of Newcastle academics have been recognised with prestigious national citations, acknowledging their commitment to enriching student learning.

21st

Obesity researcher scores impressive national award

A Newcastle researcher using innovative education programs to tackle Australia’s obesity epidemic has won a prestigious 2012 Scopus Young Researcher of the Year Award.

26th

Australian women miss guidelines around healthy eating and exercise

Women in Australia are exercising less and most are not eating nearly enough vegetables, researchers have found.

October 2012

3rd

Professor scores top international education award

The University of Newcastle's Associate Professor Seamus Fagan has been recognised today for his outstanding contributions to international education in Australia.

3rd

University of Newcastle salutes graduates

More than 1,000 University of Newcastle students will celebrate the completion of their studies during ceremonies at the Callaghan campus on Thursday 4 October and Friday 5 October.

4th

Newcastle scores world rankings hat trick

The University of Newcastle has capped off a year of strong performance in global university rankings, with the latest assessment placing it in the top three per cent in the world.

8th

Academic honoured for work in history and humanities

The University of Newcastle’s Dr Michael Ondaatje has been recognised for his outstanding contribution both to the discipline of history and to the humanities in Australia.

10th

New scholarship opens the door to diabetes research

The early death of his son from diabetes was the catalyst for a bequest to the University of Newcastle by the late Eric Sansom to fund new research into the causes, treatment or prevention of the disease.

13th

Vale Dr Kenneth Moss AM

The University of Newcastle offers heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of our Chancellor, Dr Kenneth Moss, who has passed away.

15th

Bushfire not the only threat to life

As we brace for bushfire season, a University of Newcastle academic has warned cutting electricity during periods of high risk extreme fire danger could cause more deaths.

16th

University appoints new Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic)

Following an international search, the University has appointed Professor Andrew Parfitt to the role of Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic).

17th

Ramaciotti Foundations back our biomedical researchers

The Ramaciotti Foundations have awarded almost $224,000 to three University of Newcastle researchers to support continued outstanding biomedical research.

18th

Alumni Award winners announced

A fashion designer, a clinical neurologist, and a philanthropist are just three of the exceptional University of Newcastle graduates named recipients in this year’s Alumni Awards.

19th

World-class research at Newcastle receives $12.4 million boost

In an Australian first, Newcastle researchers will implement a program in drug and alcohol treatment centres across three states to address patients’ smoking addictions.

24th

New music scholarships to the tune of $15,000

When local man Norman Bushman passed away and left the Newcastle Conservatorium of Music $2.8 million, his generous bequest ensured his love for the arts would live on through two music scholarships.

25th

Newcastle contributes to pancreatic cancer discovery

A University of Newcastle researcher has played an integral part in a large-scale study that has discovered pancreatic cancer is not just one disease, but many.

25th

Students take the lead on an international stage

Forty-two intrepid and worldly students will graduate from the University of Newcastle’s International Leadership Development Program (iLEAD) today.

26th

Immune system research spreads to national final

University of Newcastle PhD student Hock Tay will fly the flag for NSW when he competes in a national student research event next week.

26th

Home away from home for international student

Ilyani (Yani) Khalid will be one of 65 international students from almost 23 countries celebrated at the University’s bi-annual International Student Farewell Ceremony on Friday.

29th

International study pinpoints endometriosis genes

Four new gene regions linked to endometriosis have been discovered in an international study involving University of Newcastle researchers.

29th

NSW Vice-Chancellors welcome international student travel concessions

Speaking on behalf of the NSW Vice-Chancellors' Committee (NSWVCC), the Vice-Chancellor of the University of Newcastle, Professor Caroline McMillen, today welcomed the NSW Government's decision to provide transport concessions for international students.

29th

University wordsmith wins prestigious poetry prize

University of Newcastle creative writing lecturer Dr David Musgrave has won the prestigious 2012 Newcastle Poetry Prize.

November 2012

1st

NSW Premier backs University of Newcastle public health project

The Premier of New South Wales, Barry O’Farrell, has voiced his support for a proposed Newcastle-based project aimed at improving public health in Australia and India.

5th

Education providers commit to expanding opportunities for students

More opportunities for local students and stronger industry and professional links are two of the priorities that have been highlighted by the University of Newcastle’s and Hunter TAFE’s blueprint for tertiary education in the Hunter and Central Coast.

6th

Conversion the key for Newcastle environmental researchers

University of Newcastle researcher Eric Kennedy and his team have received Australian Government funding of $360,000 to develop an energy-efficient way to transform fluorinated greenhouse gases into valuable and environmentally-friendly products.

6th

Conservatorium breaks new ground with Space Time Concerto

The Newcastle Conservatorium showcased its cutting-edge approach to tertiary music yesterday at a launch of the world-first International Space Time Concerto Competition.

8th

Unlocking Newcastle's forgotten past

University of Newcastle researchers have developed an innovative app for smart phones and tablets that can transport people to 19th Century Newcastle at the flick of a finger.

8th

Newcastle researcher heads up national schizophrenia institute

The University of Newcastle’s Professor Ulrich Schall has been appointed the first Chair of Schizophrenia Research in Cognitive Neuroscience in Australia.

9th

Innovation in the spotlight at annual awards

The achievements of five University of Newcastle researchers in translating knowledge, technology and scientific endeavour into successful commercial ventures will be celebrated today at the annual Newcastle Innovation awards.

12th

Quality-of-life impacts look promising in prostate cancer trial

A Hunter-led prostate cancer trial using hormone therapy to impede testosterone levels, in conjunction with radiotherapy, has yielded promising clinical results, according to chief investigator Professor Jim Denham*.

14th

Newcastle biologist named NSW Scientist of the Year

The University of Newcastle's Laureate Professor John Aitken has been named NSW Scientist of the Year at the 2012 NSW Science and Engineering awards in Sydney.

20th

National award for Professor's teaching excellence

Less than two months after being named 2012 Scopus Young Researcher of the Year, Professor Phil Morgan has once again been honoured with a prestigious national award.

22nd

Highest humanities honour for Newcastle religious historian

The University of Newcastle’s Professor Hilary Carey has received one of the highest honours in Australia for achievement in the humanities.

23rd

Care and commonsense resolves campus protest

The Vice-Chancellor, Professor Caroline McMillen, thanked the University community today for the care and support they have provided to a member of the community who was camping on the University campus because he had not gained entry to the course of his choice.

27th

Top honour for multidisciplinary medical researcher

The Hunter Region’s most prestigious medical research award was presented tonight to a prolific, multidisciplinary epidemiologist working in fields as diverse as asthma, cancer, diabetes, heart disease, mental health, public health and stroke.

28th

Newcastle committed to raising access to quality education

University of Newcastle, Vice-Chancellor, Professor Caroline McMillen, said today that providing more opportunities for bright students to enter higher education, regardless of their background, was key to a strong economic future and greater social cohesion.

December 2012

4th

Empowering Aboriginal children to lead a healthy lifestyle

A University of Newcastle research project will use social marketing, traditional Indigenous games and a photography project as part of a multi-faceted approach to improve the health of young Aboriginal people living in rural areas.

6th

Newcastle ranked in top 8 universities for research excellence

An independent Australian Government assessment of research excellence has placed the University of Newcastle equal 7th for research that is ‘well above world standard’.

11th

Newcastle targets world's top two per cent

The University of Newcastle has set a target of achieving a ranking in the world’s top two per cent of universities in the major international ranking systems by 2015.

13th

Log-a-fish website makes a splash in NSW waters

The University of Newcastle will lead the New South Wales rollout of an interactive reporting website encouraging the community to log uncommon catches or unusual sightings of marine life.

14th

Mental health and mining in the research spotlight

An internationally-respected mental health researcher at the University of Newcastle will lead an important new project into the extent and impact of mental health problems in the Australian coal industry.

14th

Newcastle urban renewal project: University experts available for comment

The following University of Newcastle academics are available to comment on today’s NSW Government announcement of an urban renewal project in Newcastle, which includes cutting the rail line.

19th

University closedown

The University of Newcastle will be closed from 5pm on Wednesday 19 December 2012 until 9am on Thursday, 3 January 2013.

20th

Reducing the burden of disease due to hazardous drinking

University of Newcastle researcher, Associate Professor Kypros Kypri*, was recently awarded a National Health and Medical Council Research Fellowship worth $650,000 to examine hazardous drinking.

21st

Fortuitous discovery brings theatre company to life

The lost archives of one of Newcastle’s longest running theatre companies, discovered in an abandoned inner city office space set for demolition, will be digitised at the University of Newcastle.

27th

New Year's resolutions up in smoke?

A smoker will make an average of 20 attempts to kick the habit before succeeding, researchers say.

28th

Future students encouraged to explore university options

University of Newcastle staff and students will be on hand at three campuses on Thursday 3 January 2013, to speak to prospective students about study options.

30th

Get up, get moving in 2013!

Researchers at the University of Newcastle and Hunter Medical Research Institute are expanding a trial program aimed at increasing the levels of physical activity of sedentary people.

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