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News • 06 Jul 2026
‘Outed’ by the algorithm – how social media is revealing queer identity ahead of self-disclosure
Social media algorithms are increasingly revealing users’ sexual orientation or gender identity before they have consciously come out to themselves …
News • 01 Jul 2026
University of Newcastle and Tower Cinemas partner to support the next generation of creatives
The University of Newcastle has partnered with Newcastle Tower Cinema to support emerging creative talent and provide students with discounted …
News • 29 Jun 2026
Beanies deliver greater imaging insight for brain cancer researchers
The Australian public and wider rugby league community has supported the Mark Hughes Foundation to raise $3.8 million across the 2026 NRL Beanie for Brain Cancer Round. The Mark Hughes Foundation Centre for Brain Cancer Research at the University of Newcastle will use the proceeds to purchase a unique MRI-PET Imaging Machine to drive new drug development.
News • 25 Jun 2026
Australia’s social media age restrictions show limited early impact, new research finds
New research examining the early implementation of Australia’s world-first social media age restrictions for under 16s has revealed little change in adolescence use of the platforms.
News • 24 Jun 2026
Women in engineering shine at University of Newcastle’s Callaghan graduation
Graduation is a moment in life we rarely forget, and for Haley Redfern and Sophie Sorensen, the day will be particularly special, as they each receive a University Medal, recognition awarded to just a handful of students each year.
News • 24 Jun 2026
University of Newcastle ranked in the top 30 globally in the 2026 Times Higher Education Impact Rankings
A strong commitment to engagement, sustainability, the environment and clean energy has lifted the University of Newcastle into the top …
News • 18 Jun 2026
Hundreds of Graduates set to cross stage at university’s Central Coast Graduations
Hundreds of students and their families will gather at the University of Newcastle’s Central Coast Ourimbah campus on Thursday for …
News • 18 Jun 2026
Global clinical trial reveals safest, most effective antibiotics for golden staph bloodstream infections
The University of Newcastle has co-led an international clinical trial that has identified the optimal antibiotics for golden staph bloodstream infections - finding the standard antibiotic, flucloxacillin, should no longer be the drug of choice to treat the infection.
News • 17 Jun 2026
Building a stronger first line of defence against respiratory viruses
Respiratory viruses continue to place significant pressure on communities and healthcare services each winter. For Professor Nathan Bartlett, a virologist at the University of Newcastle and leader of HMRI's Infection Research Program, those numbers highlight the need for better ways to stop infections before they take hold.
News • 10 Jun 2026
MHF commits landmark $18.9m boost to accelerate brain cancer research
A landmark $18.9 million philanthropic gift will supercharge Australia’s fight to beat brain cancer and accelerate new treatments, with the University of Newcastle and the Mark Hughes Foundation (MHF) today announcing a major expansion of their partnership.
News • 09 Jun 2026
University of Newcastle staff and alumni recognised in 2026 King’s Birthday Honours
10 University of Newcastle staff and alumni have been recognised for their outstanding contributions in the 2026 King’s Birthday Honours.
News • 03 Jun 2026
NSW research trials report outcomes for women's health: pharmacist-led UTI and oral contraceptive services
Two landmark University of Newcastle-led research trials have provided evidence on the safety and effectiveness of pharmacist-led management of uncomplicated urinary tract infections (UTIs) and oral contraceptive resupply in women – helping to facilitate timely access to care and referral to GPs when clinically needed.
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