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The University of Newcastle stands as a global leader distinguished by a commitment to equity and excellence. Our degree programs are internationally recognised. Our research is world-class and diverse and our partnerships and collaborations drive innovation. UON is ranked 214th of the world's universities. Read more.
The promise of a better future for our world lies in finding innovative solutions for the world’s greatest problems. Our world-class research drives the kind of innovation and discovery that challenges conventional thinking. Our research breaks new ground and changes lives.
See how the University of Newcastle is meeting these problems head on.
Associate Professor Chris Scarlett believes the sea sponge holds undiscovered chemical compounds that could unlock new therapies for pancreatic cancer, one of the most aggressive forms of the disease. He’s hopeful the oceans’ secrets will one day yield a cure.
Dr Sally Hewat’s work has helped Vietnamese children with speech disabilities to communicate with their families and friends—some for the first time in their lives. Today, she’s assisting to establish the first speech therapy training programs in Vietnam that will enable teachers and health practitioners there to carry on her work.
University of Newcastle researchers and IT Innovation Team have developed a first-of-its-kind project using Virtual Reality as a training tool for our midwifery students. Road to Birth projects a life-size expecting mother before students’ eyes, letting them explore and observe the baby’s development throughout pregnancy and preparing them to address critical health issues.
Bachelor of Development Studies and Bachelor of Laws (Honours) student Irini Kassas was recently honored as Newcastle's Young Citizen of the Year (2018). Irini has represented the University of Newcastle at the United Nations and multiple international forums—challenging issues and forging global connections.
Nursing graduate Kate Tolhurst is an advocate for basic health care globally. During her degree, Kate traveled to Zambia and worked in a women’s clinic—delivering babies and shepherding them to full health. After graduation, she travelled to South America to educate schoolchildren on basic health care. In both places, she learned the value of listening to and advocating for her patients.
Professor Darren Shafren has developed CAVATAK, an investigational anti-cancer therapy, after he discovered that the common cold virus had the potential to infect and kill cancer cells. Currently in global trials, CAVATAK may forever change the way we treat cancer.
Mechanical engineering graduate Yasser Hamed is helping revolutionise the art of animation. He leads a team that is responsible for the physics that animate large numbers of characters or objects in Disney films. His groundbreaking contributions to animation were recently recognised with filmmaking’s highest honor: an invitation to the Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences.
When Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science graduate and current PhD Student Tye McGann isn’t shooting hoops for the Central Coast Crusaders, he’s pioneering new ways to improve the game. Funded by the NBA and GE health care, Tye’s post-graduate work uses groundbreaking GPS technology to better understand the demands placed on the body during a basketball game.
The promise of a better future for our world lies in finding innovative solutions for the world’s greatest problems. Our world-class research drives the kind of innovation and discovery that challenges conventional thinking. Our research breaks new ground and changes lives.
See how the University of Newcastle is meeting these problems head on.
Third-year business student, Morgan Page, has her sights set on making her mark in the tourism industry after receiving a… Read more
Grandmothers deserve more recognition for their role as caregivers and some are at risk of being overburdened, according to a… Read more
There will be cheers, happy tears, canapés and cake when the Hunter Children’s Research Foundation (HCRF) holds its 2018 Awards… Read more
Short film screenings, concerts, pop up music ensembles and more will enliven Newcastle’s CBD, as students from the creative industries… Read more
Two University of Newcastle researchers are among 37 new Fellows elected to the Australian Academy of Health and Medical Sciences… Read more
We are standing on the shoulders of giants – our understanding of the human body enables us to live longer… Read more
Second Cities: Smaller and Smarter provides an international platform for airing and contesting leading contemporary thought in urban and regional… Read more
Entrepreneur, mum and former bikkie maker, Cindy Luken is an inspirational entrepreneur who shares the attitude of zero compromise and… Read more
Development of the male reproductive system, secondary sexual characteristics and fertility all depend on testosterone. Failure of testosterone production or… Read more
The International e-Mental Health Conference will be held from 15-16 November 2018 at NewSpace XG18, Newcastle, NSW. The theme of… Read more
UON has state-of-the-art facilities at Newcastle - Callaghan and Newcastle City, as well as the Central Coast - Ourimbah, Sydney, Port Macquarie, Singapore and five regional cities across New South Wales. Learn more
