News Research and Innovation
News • 30 May 2016
More to do before medicinal cannabis rollout
University of Newcastle's Professor Jennifer Martin outlines need for medical marijuana trials.
News • 17 May 2016
$1.5 million federal grant secures Indigenous health centre’s future
The Federal Government has provided a crucial $1.5 million grant to the University of Newcastle’s Gomeroi gaaynggal health centre at Tamworth and Walgett
News • 15 May 2016
World first microscope innovation
Helium atom microscope opens new window into scientific world
News • 13 May 2016
Wanted: Participants for Employment Activation Study
Participants wanted for Employment Activation Study. We are seeking participants for a research project on jobseeker experiences in contemporary Australia.
News • 13 May 2016
Mathematical Modelling Driving Research into Premature Birth
mathematical modelling driving research into premature birth
News • 13 May 2016
Keeping track of the flu keeps the nation on track
An online flu tracking project is keeping track of flu outbreaks in Australia.
News • 11 May 2016
Bees could provide an answer to Human-Elephant Conflict
bees could provide an answer to human elephant conflict
News • 11 May 2016
Ice cores help reconstruct Hunter weather for last 1000 years
Researchers have used data from 1000 year old ice cores to assess Australia's drought risk.
News • 09 May 2016
Health Check: how to get off the couch and into exercise
Dr Jordan Smith provides tips on how to get active.
News • 04 May 2016
Saltwater crocodile sperm may hold secret to male fertility
Saltwater crocodiles may solve male fertility issues.
News • 02 May 2016
UON welcomes NSW Govt support for Central Coast health and wellbeing precinct
UON's health and wellbeing precinct will transform health and research on the Central Coast.
News • 27 Apr 2016
Could a vaccine prevent heart attack and stroke?
A major national collaboration is now testing whether a safe, one-off vaccination can help to reduce the risk of heart attacks and strokes.
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