School of Environmental and Life Sciences
Our School is one of the largest in the University and has a diversity of science-based disciplines. The academic staff are all specialists in their fields and are committed to delivering the highest quality outcomes in research and teaching. We strive for excellence in our scholarship and the school provides a unique opportunity for science training via the rich multi-disciplinary profile of its staff and facilities.
Areas of Study
Research
Upcoming Research Seminars
Earth Sciences Seminar Program
13 October - Scott Brooks "The Role of a Derelict Mine Coordinator, and Remediation Works at Yerranderie Derelict Silver Mining Field in Sydney's Drinking Water Catchment"
Chemistry Seminar Program
17 October - Mohammed Ghandourah
Geography & Environmental Studies Seminar Program
23 October - Paul Hodge "Development Discourse and the Postcolonial Challenge - The case of Fiji's Aid Industry"
Earth Sciences Seminar Program
13 October - Scott Brooks "The Role of a Derelict Mine Coordinator, and Remediation Works at Yerranderie Derelict Silver Mining Field in Sydney's Drinking Water Catchment"
Chemistry Seminar Program
17 October - Mohammed Ghandourah
Geography & Environmental Studies Seminar Program
23 October - Paul Hodge "Development Discourse and the Postcolonial Challenge - The case of Fiji's Aid Industry"
Honours & Research Expo
If you missed this event but still want to know more about career and study opportunities, how to prepare during your Undergraduate degree, doing an Honours Year or undertaking a Research Higher Degree, please visit the site to download a range of the information that was available to visitors.
If you missed this event but still want to know more about career and study opportunities, how to prepare during your Undergraduate degree, doing an Honours Year or undertaking a Research Higher Degree, please visit the site to download a range of the information that was available to visitors.
Events and Highlights
The Llewellyn Collector's Chest
9am - 5pm weekdays from 15 September - 10 October 2008, Design Building, University of Newcastle. The work of Anne Llewellyn, a Senior Lecturer at the University of Newcastle is currently on display in the Design Building Exhibition space at the University.
9am - 5pm weekdays from 15 September - 10 October 2008, Design Building, University of Newcastle. The work of Anne Llewellyn, a Senior Lecturer at the University of Newcastle is currently on display in the Design Building Exhibition space at the University.
Understanding Climate
Friday 17 October 2008
Register for this upcoming Tom Farrell Institute forum at www.newcastle.edu.au/tfi/forums/
Friday 17 October 2008
Register for this upcoming Tom Farrell Institute forum at www.newcastle.edu.au/tfi/forums/
Conservation biologist works to save endangered frog species - Vote now!
A University of Newcastle researcher who is working to save an endangered frog from a deadly fungus, is a finalist in the 2008 Eureka Prizes People's Choice Award.
A University of Newcastle researcher who is working to save an endangered frog from a deadly fungus, is a finalist in the 2008 Eureka Prizes People's Choice Award.
Research tour - understanding infertility
With one in 35 Australian children the result of assisted conception therapy, leading Hunter researchers will tomorrow explain how they are contributing to better understanding the important areas of infertility and reproduction.
With one in 35 Australian children the result of assisted conception therapy, leading Hunter researchers will tomorrow explain how they are contributing to better understanding the important areas of infertility and reproduction.
First steps towards a new approach to epilepsy treatment
The most prestigious funding body in the world for epilepsy has financially backed Australian research into new approaches to treat the condition.
The most prestigious funding body in the world for epilepsy has financially backed Australian research into new approaches to treat the condition.
'Sperm sorter' to help minimise chance of genetic damage
A new system which selects only the highest quality sperm for use in assisted reproductive technologies (ART) could reduce the possible transmission of genetic damage.
A new system which selects only the highest quality sperm for use in assisted reproductive technologies (ART) could reduce the possible transmission of genetic damage.
Tom Farrell Institute for the Environment
This engagement of the University's expertise with the region's environmental, social and economic needs is critical for the maintenance and repair of environmental assets and the implementation of sustainable development strategies.
This engagement of the University's expertise with the region's environmental, social and economic needs is critical for the maintenance and repair of environmental assets and the implementation of sustainable development strategies.
Science and Engineering Super Challenge
Students from 34 high schools across NSW and the ACT converged on Newcastle to take part in a massive four-day science and engineering super challenge.
Students from 34 high schools across NSW and the ACT converged on Newcastle to take part in a massive four-day science and engineering super challenge.
HSC Subjects
Bonus UAI Points SchemePriority
Research CentresTom Farrell Institute
for the Environment
Bonus UAI Points SchemePriority
Research CentresTom Farrell Institute
for the Environment
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