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Monday 8 September 2008 Genetics research to examine the puzzle of MS Multiple Sclerosis (MS) affects an estimated 18,000 Australians, but the disease is still a puzzle to scientists.
Friday 5 September 2008 World-first to predict premature birth Australian researchers and a pathology company have joined forces to develop a world-first computerised system which may reveal a way to predict premature birth with greater accuracy.
Tuesday 2 September 2008 Experts to share how research is tackling cancer Cancer touches many people, but few have the chance to meet the researchers who have dedicated their lives to tackling the disease.
Tuesday 2 September 2008 Celebrating our future leaders The Hunter, Central Coast and Mid-North Coast communities were today urged to throw their support behind the development of the region's youth.
Monday 1 September 2008 New clinic keeping staff and students on their toes A new local clinic is giving Bachelor of Podiatry students from the University of Newcastle Central Coast campus essential practical training and providing a free health service for staff and students.
Monday 1 September 2008 Sustaining the minerals boom in Australia - researchers have the answer As mineral and metal exports in Australia continue to rise, Newcastle Innovation says that Australia must adopt new technologies to sustain the boom.
Friday 29 August 2008 Professor Glover to take up new post in Darwin The Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research) at the University of Newcastle, Professor Barney Glover, has been appointed the new Vice-Chancellor of Charles Darwin University in Darwin.
Wednesday 27 August 2008 Students find exercise program hard to resist A new pilot study at the University of Newcastle is investigating how different types of supervised resistance training affect young adolescents physically and psychologically.
Tuesday 26 August 2008 New concepts in contraception Latest research into dual-purpose contraceptives and non-hormonal contraception will be presented tomorrow at a major scientific conference in Melbourne.
Tuesday 26 August 2008 Real life experience for students in Project Week The University of Newcastle's Conservatorium will this week give students an appreciation of the pressures faced by people working in the music industry.
Tuesday 26 August 2008 Photo Opportunity The University of Newcastle will recognise the efforts of volunteers who welcome international students into the community, at a ceremony this week.
Tuesday 26 August 2008 Community enterprises on the table at workshop People working in the emerging field of community enterprises will meet at the University of Newcastle this week for a workshop to discuss the trend.
Tuesday 26 August 2008 Kids on campus - pathways to the future The University of Newcastle will today host a group of Year 6 students and their parents from the Kurri district as part of a program that inspires young children to think about their futures.
Monday 25 August 2008 Chancellor recognised for helping others The University of Newcastle's Chancellor, Professor Trevor Waring, has been recognised for his contribution to the city of Newcastle.
Monday 25 August 2008 Meet your future at Info Day 2008 The University of Newcastle's Callaghan campus is opening its doors for the annual Info Day on Saturday 30 August, giving potential students the chance to find out more about local study options.
Friday 22 August 2008 Science and Engineering Super Challenge hits the Hunter Students from 34 high schools across NSW and the ACT will converge on Newcastle to take part in a massive four-day science and engineering super challenge.
Wednesday 20 August 2008 Correction: Dads may be the key to healthy kids Researchers from the University of Newcastle are leading a world-first study which builds on initial unpublished research that children are most likely to be guided by a father's eating and exercise habits.
Tuesday 19 August 2008 Boost for memorial scholarship fund Fundraising efforts for the Glen Avery Memorial Scholarship were buoyed today by the donation of $3,500 from local theatrical company JKK Productions.
Tuesday 19 August 2008 Harvard cancer prevention expert to address public lecture Professor David Hunter, a world leader in cancer prevention research, will provide his perspective on the changing nature of medical practice at the annual John Irvine Hunter Memorial Lecture tomorrow night.
Monday 18 August 2008 Oral Health Month - Brightening local smiles More than 100 local nursing home residents will have a great reason to smile today when they take advantage of the on-campus services of the University of Newcastle's Colgate Oral Health clinic at the Central Coast campus.
Thursday 14 August 2008 University rises in world rankings The University of Newcastle has been recognised for its standing in the global higher education sector, improving its position in the esteemed Shanghai Jiao Tong Academic Ranking of World Universities.
Tuesday 12 August 2008 Putting the focus on fathers - new research network launched Developing an evidence base that clearly defines fatherhood that can assist in shaping government policy is the aim of a new network launched today by the University of Newcastle.
Monday 11 August 2008 New era for sustainable urban development Confronting the challenges associated with sustainable urban development in the rapidly growing Asia-Pacific region is the major task of a newly created Chair of an inaugural United Nations initiative.
Saturday 9 August 2008 Revitalising a former mining town through architecture Architecture students from across New South Wales are being asked to find solutions to a potential real-life dilemma, in an international competition at the University of Newcastle this weekend.
Friday 8 August 2008 Student takes out $3,000 art prize University of Newcastle PhD Fine Art student Fiona Greenhill has taken out the third annual Sydney, City of Villages Art Prize for her work 'Distant Lights, Balmain, Darling Street'.
Thursday 7 August 2008 Another honour for Napoleon literary work A critically acclaimed biography of French military and political leader Napoleon Bonaparte by University of Newcastle historian Dr Philip Dwyer, has been shortlisted for the 2008 Prime Minister's Literary Awards.
Monday 4 August 2008 Student learning champions pick up national honour An online resource that assists students to learn bibliographic referencing is one of seven University of Newcastle programs honoured by a prestigious citation from the Australian Learning and Teaching Council.
Monday 4 August 2008 Uni executive elected President of national alliance Increasing understanding of the importance of community engagement by universities is a key aim of the new President of the Australian University Community Engagement Alliance (AUCEA).

Events:

2008 Sports Awards
Friday 5 September 2008
Former Wallabies centre Tim Horan will be the special guest speaker at the University of Newcastle 2008 Sports Awards on Friday 5 September.
Newcastle on the Edge - Open air photo exhibition
6 September to 14 September 2008
The University of Newcastle will mark History Week with a stunning outdoor exhibition depicting the transformation of the Newcastle Port.
Sustainability Forum
Wednesday 10 September, 2008. 9:30am - 1:00pm.
Richardson Theatre, Callaghan.
Join in discussions about how the University can make a difference to the environment and move together toward a more sustainable future.
Download agenda
University Gallery presents 'SMASHED' by Ben Quilty
13 August to 27 September 2008
The University Gallery is pleased to present a new exhibition from one of the most acclaimed artists working in Australia's contemporary art scene, Ben Quilty.
Lifeline ASIST Workshop
27 and 28 September 2008
The University of Newcastle Family Action Centre is hosting a two-day workshop to provide training in how to support people who are at risk of suicide.
Download Flyer (PDF, 276KB)
Revamped lunchtime concerts underway at the Con
The University of Newcastle's 2008 lunchtime concert series has been launched with the series reflecting Professor Richard Vella's new vision for the Conservatorium.

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