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News • 28 Feb 2018
UON continues to lead in gender equity
For the fourth consecutive year, UON has upheld its reputation and track record for creating a rewarding and supportive workplace …
News • 28 Feb 2018
Young scientist recognised as emerging researcher
Emerging postdoctoral researcher, Dr Lee Ashton, has been selected to attend the highly prestigious Lindau Nobel Laureate Meeting being held in Germany this June.
News • 28 Feb 2018
First cohort of Ma & Morley Scholars poised to change the world
The next generation of globally-aware and socially conscious Australian leaders are poised to embark on their life-long journey as the inaugural cohort of Ma & Morley Scholars at the University of Newcastle.
News • 27 Feb 2018
Innovative partnership aimed at impact in Kenya
A collaboration between academics and government representatives, the Australia Awards fellowship is aimed at strengthening public service performance and building governance capacity in Kenya.
News • 26 Feb 2018
PRD Online changing soon: new HR IT system
A new PRD Online system is being rolled out across UON.
News • 23 Feb 2018
UON biotech startup sells for $502 million
Oncolytic virotherapy firm Viralytics, which originated from the work of UON's Associate Professor Darren Shafren, has been acquired for $502 million by world-leading pharmaceutical company, Merck.
News • 20 Feb 2018
Defence forum targets emerging research
The University and ADC have a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to collaborate on research into the use of virtual simulation to support individual training.
News • 19 Feb 2018
OPINION: Universities past and future?
Prof Catharine Coleborne considers the impact of MYEFO.
News • 16 Feb 2018
HCRF research fellowship to support better nutrition, better breathing
The Hunter Children's Research Foundation has awarded Dr Megan Jensen with an Early-Career Fellowship thanks to a bequest from the late Peggy Lang.
News • 14 Feb 2018
Port Macquarie graduates commence their next chapter
More than 80 proud students across education, midwifery and nursing will celebrate the completion of their studies at the University of Newcastle’s Port Macquarie graduation ceremony today.
News • 14 Feb 2018
Teaching graduate on a journey of lifelong learning
Education graduate, Jack Wilson, is about to stand at the front of a classroom as an official teacher for the first time after four years of formal training.
News • 12 Feb 2018
UON Fulbright Scholarship success
Two University of Newcastle researchers and one Graduate will be awarded prestigious Australian-American Fulbright Scholarships.
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