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News • 21 Aug 2017
No smoker left behind: helping all Australians quit
UON researchers are calling for better resources to aid all Australians to quit smoking, with particular focus on population subgroups at greater risk.
News • 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.
News • 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 selection of the world's finest bite-sized animations
News • 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
News • 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
News • 16 Aug 2017
UON students marked as entrepreneurial trailblazers
Seven students from the University of Newcastle are set to pioneer the future of innovation as they undertake studies at the Sydney School of Entrepreneurship
News • 14 Aug 2017
New app revolutionising treatment for stroke patients
A world-first app developed in conjunction with UON will improve the rehabilitation process for patients suffering from an arm impairment due to stroke.
News • 14 Aug 2017
$100,000 grant for Newcastle STEM outreach program
The University of Newcastle’s innovative Science and Engineering Challenge has attracted a $100,000 grant from the NSW Chief Scientist and Engineer’s office
News • 11 Aug 2017
News from the Larapinta Trail
Keep up-to-date with our trekkers on the Larapinta Trail, who are aiming to raise $130,000 to support Indigenous students and research into Indigenous health.
News • 11 Aug 2017
National forum to address Indigenous health
Australia’s leading health organisations will meet at UON for a National Partnership Forum.
News • 11 Aug 2017
Globally recognised Hunter health group seeks pledges
A globally recognised health initiative founded at UON is embracing the world of crowdfunding to re-establish itself in Australia
News • 10 Aug 2017
Research Warns of Wetland Wipeout
UON researchers find the world’s ancient coastal wetlands may now have the same average life expectancy of a human being.
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