2017
August 2017 • 28 Aug 2017
A refreshing way to get more activity and better sleep
As a third of Australian adults only dream of getting a good night’s rest, University of Newcastle researchers are conducting a nationwide clinical trial designed to improve sleep quality amongst those aged 40-65.
August 2017 • 28 Aug 2017
UON scores four top marks in 2018 Good Universities Guide
The 2018 Good Universities Guide, published today, has awarded the University of Newcastle (UON) its highest number of five star ratings ever - for four categories.
August 2017 • 25 Aug 2017
New technology could harness carbon dioxide emissions
Technology developed and now showcased in Australia could use carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions as a resource and transform them into building products.
August 2017 • 25 Aug 2017
New Colombo Plan grants growing global citizens
The Australian Government has awarded the University of Newcastle (UON) $1,620,300 in new funding to support 461 students to participate in 31 New Colombo Plan (NCP) mobility projects across 17 countries and territories in the Indo-Pacific region in 2018.
August 2017 • 24 Aug 2017
Architecture students draw on humanitarian skills
Architecture can bring vital hope to communities in need.
August 2017 • 22 Aug 2017
New degree will engineer future healthcare solutions
A new degree created by the University of Newcastle (UON) will provide students with the skills and expertise needed to address future healthcare problems.
August 2017 • 21 Aug 2017
New approach for diagnosing and treating coeliac disease
A review article led by the University of Newcastle (UON) has revealed a recommended approach for the diagnosis and management of coeliac disease in Australia.
August 2017 • 21 Aug 2017
No smoker left behind: helping all Australians quit
University of Newcastle (UON) researchers are calling for better resources to aid all Australians to quit smoking, with particular focus on population subgroups at greater risk.
August 2017 • 18 Aug 2017
World's best animated films on show in Newcastle
The Newcastle International Animation Festival (NIAF) will extend across three days this year, featuring a fresh selection of the world's finest bite-sized animated films.
August 2017 • 18 Aug 2017
Nuclear imaging trial aiming to clear up airway diagnosis
Hunter respiratory researchers are turning to nuclear medicine for a more advanced approach to phenotyping chronic diseases like asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (COPD), and identifying patients likely to respond to therapies.
August 2017 • 17 Aug 2017
Outstanding young scientific mind recognised
The significant work of a University of Newcastle (UON) researcher has been recognised at the prestigious 2017 NSW Young Tall Poppy awards, which aim to acknowledge the achievements of Australia’s outstanding young scientific researchers and communicators.
August 2017 • 16 Aug 2017
UON students marked as entrepreneurial trailblazers
Seven students from the University of Newcastle (UON) are set to pioneer the future of innovation as they undertake studies at the new Sydney School of Entrepreneurship (SSE), officially opened today in Ultimo.
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.