March 2018
News • 14 Mar 2018
HMRI celebrates 20 years of improving health outcomes
The University of Newcastle congratulates the Hunter Medical Research Institute (HMRI) as it celebrates its 20th anniversary today, marking two decades of research breakthroughs and extensive community engagement.
News • 13 Mar 2018
Laureate Professor Kevin Galvin awarded international honour
University of Newcastle Laureate Professor Kevin Galvin has been awarded the prestigious Antoine M. Gaudin Award, which recognises scientific or engineering contributions that further understanding of the technology of mineral processing.
News • 13 Mar 2018
What do the number 42 and donated blood have in common?
In The Hitchhiker’s Guide To The Galaxy, Douglas Adams wrote that the answer to the great question of life, the universe and everything is 42. But for Australian Red Cross Blood Service, the number 42 isn’t just the meaning of life. It’s the key to saving them.
News • 12 Mar 2018
Accelerated carbonation experts convene in Newcastle
Two world-leading chemical engineers from the University of Newcastle will chair a major international conference in Newcastle this week, which will focus on the future of accelerated carbonation.
News • 12 Mar 2018
University of Newcastle establishes first Doctoral Training Centre
The University of Newcastle has today launched its inaugural Doctoral Training Centre (DTC) focused on supporting the Mining Equipment, Technology and Services (METS) sector – the Advanced METS DTC.
News • 9 Mar 2018
Fulbright Scholarships – applications open
Applications for the Australian / American Fulbright Scholarship opportunities - which help researchers find a platform on the global stage - are now open.
News • 7 Mar 2018
Accelerating research into practice
Three pioneering teams from the University of Newcastle (UON) have been accepted into CSIRO’s ON Prime 4 pre-accelerator program, giving researchers an innovative pathway to commercialising their work.
News • 7 Mar 2018
Architecture graduate named best in the state
For the second year running, a Master of Architecture alumnus from the University of Newcastle has received the New South Wales (NSW) Graduate Medal, which is the most prestigious award available to a graduate of architecture in the state.
News • 6 Mar 2018
New Centre for early modern studies sparking Chinese collaboration
Trip to China brings new perspective on early modern research
News • 5 Mar 2018
Haskins Birkbeck fellowship spawns international collaborations
A successful fellowship to London inspires an MOU with Birkbeck.
News • 5 Mar 2018
Global wave of interest continues for Australian massacres map
News • 5 Mar 2018
Captive Anzacs: Australian POWs of the Ottomans during the First World War
New book tells the untold story of Australian POWs in Turkey.
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.