February 2014

News • 19 Feb 2014

New web app weighs in on food choices

'Burn it to earn it' is the philosophy behind a novel web application developed by international nutrition expert Professor Clare Collins and her team at the University of Newcastle.

News • 18 Feb 2014

Senta Taft-Hendry book launch

Senta signing a copy of her book at the launch

News • 14 Feb 2014

Disruption delivers innovation: Lessons from Hollywood

Hollywood special effects gurus Greg Downing and the University of Newcastle's Director of Creative Innovation, Jeff Julian will showcase the latest in creative imaging and visual effects techniques at a special public lecture.

News • 13 Feb 2014

Community-university partnerships

A world leader in community-university partnerships, Professor Angie Hart, presented an interactive workshop to community, university and social services representatives from across the Hunter region on Wednesday 12 February at the University of Newcastle, Australia.

News • 12 Feb 2014

Opinion: Minimum lawful age for marriage is clear

Newcastle Law School's Associate Professor Neil Foster has commented in the Newcastle Herald on a recent case involving the "marriage" of a 12 year old girl in the Hunter region.

News • 11 Feb 2014

Bollywood film festival and conference

A century of Bollywood will be celebrated and explored at a University of Newcastle film festival and conference from 20-21 February.

News • 7 Feb 2014

Lucrative international scholarship

Up to five University of Newcastle students could be in the running for one of the nation's most lucrative scholarships to study overseas.

News • 6 Feb 2014

Bowling club legal stoush

The University of Newcastle Legal Centre (UNLC) has taken begun working with the Friends of King Edward Park Group to challenge Newcastle City Council's Approval of a function centre at the cliff-top site at King Edward Park.

News • 4 Feb 2014

Debunking myths about cancer

University of Newcastle researchers are debunking myths as they pave the way forward in cancer research.

News • 27 Dec 2013

A clearer view on the healing power of the arts

By Marguerite Johnson,  and Miranda Lawry.Florence Nightingale was a practical, highly experienced nurse who advocated the role of beauty, aesthetics and nature in medical practice. She believed buildings with windows, beautiful views, central courtyards and light were imperative for the healing process.

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