February 2014
The University Gallery • 28 Feb 2014
Blake Prize
Winner 62nd Blake Prize: Trevor Nickolls Metamorphosis 2011, acrylic on linen, 91.5 x 91.5 cm. Courtesy estate of Trevor Nickolls and Engelike Tyrone, AIARTS
Featured News • 26 Feb 2014
University celebrates decade of success in Port Macquarie
The University of Newcastle (UON) is celebrating its first decade in Port Macquarie, educating professionals who are making a significant contribution to the health and education of their local communities and beyond.
Featured News • 25 Feb 2014
DNA protein targeted in ovarian cancer chemo test
University of Newcastle researcher Dr Nikola Bowden is investigating a DNA repair protein that is implicated in ovarian cancer tumours becoming resistant to chemotherapy, with hopes of eventually developing a prognostic test and more tailored treatments.
College of Health, Medicine and Wellbeing • 24 Feb 2014
Tamworth Education Centre now open
Students in the Joint Medical Program will now be able to access a state of the art education facility. The Tamworth Education Centre (TEC) is now operational after five years of planning and significant fundraising.
College of Human and Social Futures • 24 Feb 2014
South Korea Trade Deal
Newcastle Law School academic Dr Jeff McGee writes on the pros and cons of a trade deal with South Korea.
Featured News • 21 Feb 2014
$1.5m to Newcastle researchers to unlock cancer secrets
Three University of Newcastle cancer researchers have been recognised with Cancer Institute NSW Early Career Fellowships, totalling more than $1.5 million.
Featured News • 21 Feb 2014
Stroke trial lures imaging research expert
The Hunter's renowned stroke research group is to be bolstered by the return of award-winning imaging expert Dr Andrew Bivard to work on acute care and rehabilitation projects.
College of Human and Social Futures • 20 Feb 2014
The Trials and Tribulations of Being a Lawyer
The Hon. TF Bathurst presents the lecture, "The Trials and Tribulations of Being a Lawyer"
Featured News • 20 Feb 2014
World First Emissions Abatement Technology
The University of Newcastle has received $30 million to develop and roll-out world-leading abatement technologies for fugitive methane emissions from underground coal mining operations. The new technologies could reduce these emissions from the sector by as much as 90 percent and reduce Australia's annual greenhouse gas output by three percent.
Featured News • 19 Feb 2014
New web app weighs in on food choices
'Burn it to earn it' is the philosophy behind a novel web application developed by international nutrition expert Professor Clare Collins and her team at the University of Newcastle.
The University Gallery • 18 Feb 2014
Senta Taft-Hendry book launch
Senta signing a copy of her book at the launch
Featured News • 14 Feb 2014
Disruption delivers innovation: Lessons from Hollywood
Hollywood special effects gurus Greg Downing and the University of Newcastle's Director of Creative Innovation, Jeff Julian will showcase the latest in creative imaging and visual effects techniques at a special public lecture.
The University of Newcastle acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands within our footprint areas: Awabakal, Darkinjung, Biripai, Worimi, Wonnarua, and Eora Nations. We also pay respect to the wisdom of our Elders past and present.