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New research from the University of Newcastle has revealed PFAS levels matching those found in the Williamtown contamination zone could significantly alter male reproductive health in animals – even without visibly damaging sperm.

New research from the University of Newcastle has revealed PFAS levels matching those found in the Williamtown contamination zone could significantly alter male reproductive health in animals – even without visibly damaging sperm.

Nine University of Newcastle research teams will spearhead projects to advance Australia’s knowledge in key priority areas, supported by more than $5.4 million in Australian Research Council (ARC) Discovery Project 2026 grants.

The Alumni Excellence Awards were celebrated last night, recognising exceptional University of Newcastle graduates making an impact across diplomacy, arts, mental health, healthcare and human rights.

From gamifying recycling to re-using decommissioned wind turbine blades, the University of Newcastle’s Grand Challenge has inspired winning ideas to support a circular economy.

From protecting threatened species and educating the next generation about marine conservation, to fostering inclusive spaces for neurodivergent students, the Ma & Morley Scholarship Program is empowering our future leaders to take action for a better world.

With generous support from the Australian Wildlife Society, international PhD student, Charlotte Rigolot, is tackling one of the biggest challenges facing wildlife conservation today: how to protect our wild koala populations from extinction.

The Professor Alan Roberts Shaping Futures Scholarship in Engineering continues to inspire and support the next generation of engineering leaders at the University of Newcastle thanks to a generous community of donors, led by alumnus and entrepreneur Mr Heng Thong Choo.

The University of Newcastle proudly celebrates the achievement of Dr Peter Stepien, Principal Engineer at ResTech and Senior Lecturer in the School of Engineering, who received the M A Sargent Medal - the highest honour awarded by the Electrical College of Engineers Australia.

The University of Newcastle proudly celebrates the achievement of Dr Peter Stepien, Principal Engineer at ResTech and Senior Lecturer in the School of Engineering, who received the M A Sargent Medal - the highest honour awarded by the Electrical College of Engineers Australia.

On the walk to Nobby Headland/Whibayganba you’ll find a shipping container turned inhabitable camera obscura by Heidi Axelsen and Hugo Moline (MAPA) using nothing but old fashioned analogue lens.

On the walk to Nobby Headland/Whibayganba you’ll find a shipping container turned inhabitable camera obscura by Heidi Axelsen and Hugo Moline (MAPA) using nothing but old fashioned analogue lens.