November 2019
News • 11 Nov 2019
International expert Prof Lynn McAlpine to present at colloquium on doctoral learning
Scholar to present on the role of the PhD in addressing global challenges.
News • 7 Nov 2019
Farmers face unexpected challenges as they navigate modern life on the land
As drought concerns farmers across the country, new research has shown Australian farmers are facing other unexpected challenges as regional Australia continues to evolve and more people from cities escape to a life in the country.
News • 6 Nov 2019
Engineering student secures John Monash scholarship
University of Newcastle engineering student, Sam Parker, will continue his ambition of combining empathy and empowerment with engineering, after receiving a prestigious John Monash Scholarship to carry out international postgraduate study in 2020.
News • 6 Nov 2019
Biomedical scientist’s mission to conquer cancer recognised at NSW Premier's Awards
Dr Matt Dun was named the Outstanding Cancer Research Fellow at this year's NSW's Premier Awards for Outstanding Cancer Research.
News • 4 Nov 2019
New monitoring technique lets your Remotely Operated Device do the snorkelling
Researchers at the University of Newcastle and Macquarie University have found a novel way to remotely track fish in shallow water environments.
News • 1 Nov 2019
Proud to be a Women in STEM Decadal Plan Champion
The University of Newcastle is proud to be named as a Women in STEM Decadal Plan Champion by the Australian Academy of Science.
News • 1 Nov 2019
New partnership encouraging innovation and regional economic growth takes flight
The University of Newcastle and Newcastle Airport have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that seeks to maximise opportunities to establish the Hunter region as an innovation leader in aviation, Defence and aerospace-related research, education and industry.
News • 24 Oct 2019
University of Newcastle commits $5 million to attract top research talent
Budding research students aiming to make a meaningful impact with their studies are to receive significant funding support, thanks to a new $5 million scholarship fund from the University of Newcastle.
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.