Faculty of Science
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BRAIN @ WATT SPACE 5 - 30 June 2019
Tuesday, 14 May 2019
Come and see an interactive and dynamic exhibition exploring the amazing brain. This exhibit will showcase some of the University of Newcastle’s research, giving the public a sneak preview of how we look at the brain, why we look at the brain, and what we find when we look at the brain.
Religious diversity key to social cohesion despite short-term challenges
Friday, 10 May 2019
While changes to religious diversity may lead to a short-term friction within communities, long term benefits are clear as society adjusts to multiculturalism, new research has shown.
Linkage Projects connect researchers to achieve real-world solutions
Monday, 6 May 2019
The University of Newcastle has been successful in securing more than $700,000 in the latest round of funding from the Australian Research Council (ARC).
Researchers to remediate PFAS contamination with hemp seed proteins
Thursday, 18 April 2019
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.
Research team to develop an International Literature Review on Equity in Higher Education
Monday, 15 April 2019
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, to develop an International Literature Review on Equity in Higher Education. This work will be a significant asset for the Australian field of Equity in Higher Education.
Callaghan graduates cross the stage toward a new chapter
Friday, 12 April 2019
More than 4000 students will celebrate the culmination of their studies over the next week, with the annual graduation ceremonies set to commence at the University of Newcastle’s Callaghan campus.
Partnership sets year 8 girls on STEM path
Thursday, 4 April 2019
Girls from two Hunter-based high schools seeking a higher education and career in STEM-related disciplines are closer to achieving their goals thanks to a partnership announced between HunterWiSE, Newcastle High School, Callaghan College and Newcastle Coal Infrastructure Group.
Award of ARC Linkage Project - Mitigating the risk of cyanobacterial blooms in wastewater ponds.
Tuesday, 2 April 2019
Congratulations to Professor Brett Neilan on being awarded an ARC Linkage Project Grant entitled Mitigating the risk of cyanobacterial blooms in wastewater ponds for $456,527 for the period 2019-2021.