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Our 2020-2025 Looking Ahead Strategic Plan.

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Equity, Excellence, Engagement and Sustainability underpin everything we do.

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The University of Newcastle acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands within our footprint areas: Awabakal Nation, Darkinjung Nation, Biripai Nation, Worimi Nation, Wonnarua Nation and Eora Nation. We also pay respect to the wisdom of our Elders past and present.

Indigenous collaboration

We are proud of our record in Indigenous higher education, innovation and engagement, which has been driven by relationships with the Indigenous community and through the work of the Wollotuka Institute.

Our research impact

Our research impact

Our world-leading researchers translate new knowledge into innovations that make a real difference.

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Whether you are a business, NGO, charity organisation or simply an engaged member of the community, there is an opportunity for you to collaborate and engage with the University.

Our stories

World’s top scientists gather in Newcastle to advance energy and innovation

World’s top scientists gather in Newcastle to advance energy and innovation

This week Newcastle welcomes more than 800 eminent scientists from 42 different countries, including two Nobel laureates, for the fifth International Conference on Emerging Advanced Nanomaterials (ICEAN 2024).

The University of Newcastle and I2N: Pioneering a greener future through innovation

The University of Newcastle and I2N: Pioneering a greener future through innovation

Surf lifesaving robots, green hydrogen energy, accessible beauty, wild yeast, and end-of-life planning are just some of the innovative ideas that will be showcased at the 2024 I2N Accelerator Demo Night this week.

Twenty years of ResTech: Celebrating collaboration between Ampcontrol and University of Newcastle

Twenty years of ResTech: Celebrating collaboration between Ampcontrol and University of Newcastle

ResTech, a joint venture between Ampcontrol and the University of Newcastle, opened their doors to students, industry and the media for an Industry Open Day in celebration of their 20th anniversary.

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Jenny’s Place Domestic Violence Resource Centre leads early intervention response

Jenny’s Place Domestic Violence Resource Centre leads early intervention response

The nation is experiencing a domestic and family violence (DFV) crisis, and a trailblazing early intervention program offered by local organisation, Jenny’s Place, is leading the DFV response, a University of Newcastle study finds.

Medallist’s personal tragedy changes trajectory of childhood brain cancer

Medallist’s personal tragedy changes trajectory of childhood brain cancer

University of Newcastle and HMRI researcher Professor Matt Dun officially received the Australian Society for Medical Research Medal today. He also addressed the National Press Club in Canberra, sharing his deeply personal motivation for expanding his research from paediatric leukaemia to childhood brain cancer.

Newcastle Permanent and HMRI launch $2m health innovation partnership

Newcastle Permanent and HMRI launch $2m health innovation partnership

Newcastle Permanent and the Hunter Medical Research Institute (HMRI) have announced a new partnership, powered by a two-million-dollar donation to advance the impact of medical research, nurture local talent, and drive breakthroughs to create the healthiest people on the planet.

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