Research and Innovation

The University of Newcastle community is deeply saddened by the sudden passing of world-renowned geotechnical engineer, Laureate Professor Scott Sloan AO, on Tuesday 23 April 2019.

Flower plants rely on pollination and fertilization to set seed and fruit, key products of most crops. It remains mysterious as how the molecular machinery is switched on upon pollination to deliver a massive amount of nutrients required for the impending seed and fruit formation. To address this qu

The health needs of Aboriginal mothers in Australian prisons are not being met, according to a new study released today.

University of Newcastle researchers are on track to create a solution to per-and poly- fluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) contamination, in a project that could benefit the Williamtown community and countless other sites across the world.

A research team from University of Newcastle and University of Melbourne have been awarded a grant from the Australian Department of Education and Training, under the HEPPP National Priority Pool scheme.

The Centre for 21st Century Humanities is leading the development of a powerful software platform called the ‘Time-Layered Cultural Map of Australia’.

The Bill and Iris Burges Trust received the Great Australian Philanthropy Award 2018

New partnership to benefit Upper Hunter communities

The University of Newcastle has welcomed an $18 million Federal Government investment in the first phase of realising its vision …

The Ian Potter Foundation and the University of Newcastle have purchased a 10x Genomics Chromium Platform, thanks to a generous philanthropic grant

University of Newcastle research has received high marks in the Australian Research Council’s first ever Engagement and Impact Assessment – …

The global impact and quality of the University's research has risen, with 95 per cent now rated ‘at or above …