Knowledge Exchange and Entrepreneurship
Our Team
KEE is a core function of the University of Newcastle under the Office of the Pro Vice-Chancellor Industry and Engagement, in the Division of Research and Innovation. We assist with all aspects of IP, commercialisation, industry collaboration, and connecting the community to the University’s world-class researchers.
Mrs Siobhan Curran
Acting Director Knowledge Exchange and Entrepreneurship
Knowledge Exchange and Enterprise
- siobhan.curran@newcastle.edu.au
- 0249216951
Mrs Emily Keating
Executive Officer
Office of the PVC Industry and Engagement
- emily.keating@newcastle.edu.au
- 0249138610
Miss Renee Butcher
Executive Assistant
Knowledge Exchange and Enterprise
- renee.butcher@newcastle.edu.au
- 0249215671
Dr Joss Kesby
Senior Business Development Manager
Knowledge Exchange and Enterprise
- joss.kesby@newcastle.edu.au
- 0240550657
Mr Howard Zheng
Business Development Manager
Knowledge Exchange and Enterprise
- howard.zheng@newcastle.edu.au
- 0249217176
Dr Lily Dixon
Business Development Manager
Knowledge Exchange and Enterprise
- lily.dixon@newcastle.edu.au
- 0240551083
Dr Belinda Gray
Business Development Manager
Knowledge Exchange and Enterprise
- belinda.gray@newcastle.edu.au
- 0240550988
Mr Joel Parraga
Intellectual Property Manager
Knowledge Exchange and Enterprise
- joel.parraga@newcastle.edu.au
- 0240550781
Mr Philip Crealy
Senior Manager Commercialisation
Office - DVC (Research and Innovation)
- philip.crealy@newcastle.edu.au
- 0249138088
Intellectual Property (IP) Enquiries
For all enquiries related to University IP, commercialisation or disclosures please contact KEE via innovationip@newcastle.edu.au
How to find us
The University of Newcastle
NIER C Block, Ground Floor, Room NIERCG30
70 Vale Street Shortland NSW 2307
The University of Newcastle acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands within our footprint areas: Awabakal, Darkinjung, Biripai, Worimi, Wonnarua, and Eora Nations. We also pay respect to the wisdom of our Elders past and present.
