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NSW research trials report outcomes for women's health: pharmacist-led UTI and oral contraceptive services

NSW research trials report outcomes for women's health: pharmacist-led UTI and oral contraceptive services

Two landmark University of Newcastle-led research trials have provided evidence on the safety and effectiveness of pharmacist-led management of uncomplicated urinary tract infections (UTIs) and oral contraceptive resupply in women – helping to facilitate timely access to care and referral to GPs when clinically needed.

Cancer Institute Fellowship supports quest for greater understanding of DIPG triggers

Cancer Institute Fellowship supports quest for greater understanding of DIPG triggers

A Newcastle researcher is on a mission to uncover the underlying biology of Diffuse Intrinsic Pontine Glioma (DIPG), a lethal brainstem tumour responsible for half of all childhood brain cancer deaths.

Stronger Together for our Community

Stronger Together for our Community

The Staff Donor Collective is a group of passionate colleagues from across the University creating positive change through their collective kindness.

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From Ma & Morley Scholar to Changemaker

From Ma & Morley Scholar to Changemaker

The Ma & Morley Scholarship Program’s aim is to inspire, educate and cultivate the next generation of globally aware and socially conscious Australian leaders. Recent graduate, Dr Tanika Ridgeway, is already changing the way we approach Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health in Australia.

New partnership to bolster Indigenous Careers

New partnership to bolster Indigenous Careers

The University of Newcastle and CareerTrackers today officially launched a partnership to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students into meaningful careers, internships and leadership opportunities.

University of Newcastle launches new Strategic Plan: Looking Ahead 2030

University of Newcastle launches new Strategic Plan: Looking Ahead 2030

The University of Newcastle has unveiled Looking Ahead 2030, a transformative strategic plan that sets a bold direction for the next five years and reinforces the University’s commitment to being a world leading institution for its regions.

Say Aahhhh: Health, Medicine and Everyday Care in Newcastle from 1945 to 2000

Say Aahhhh: Health, Medicine and Everyday Care in Newcastle from 1945 to 2000

Come and explore Say Aahhhh: Health, Medicine and Everyday Care in Newcastle from 1945 to 2000, an exhibition exploring the unique and surprising history of health care in Newcastle.

Michael Cusack – FIELD NOTES: The Ruins of Ideas

Michael Cusack – FIELD NOTES: The Ruins of Ideas

An exhibition by Micael Cusack bringing together painting and found objects as parallel modes of creative inquiry.

MHF Centre - Beanie Day at Bar on the Hill

MHF Centre - Beanie Day at Bar on the Hill

Join us for an annual event where you get to buy a new season Mark Hughes Foundation (MHF) Beanie and hear about the important research and patient care they fund through the Mark Hughes Foundation Centre for Brain Cancer Research (MHF Centre).

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Leveraging GenAI for Assessment Design

Leveraging GenAI for Assessment Design

How can AI help us design better assessment tasks? In this session, we'll explore key considerations when using AI to generate ideas for assessments, focusing on how to craft effective and meaningful tasks, and other important factors to ensure a positive learning experience.

GenAI and Copyright

GenAI and Copyright

The LDTI AI in Action sessions are an opportunity for staff to come together and discuss how they are using GenAI in their teaching, learning, and research. Each 30-minute session includes a brief demonstration and time for Q&A.

An Introduction to Vibe Coding in Education

An Introduction to Vibe Coding in Education

The LDTI GenAI Tinker Sessions provide an opportunity for academic staff to try out different tools, experiment with their functionality, and think about how they could be used in day-to-day work.