Research and Innovation
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$1.5 million project aiming to deliver ‘precision rehabilitation’
Thursday, 6 December 2018
A new decision-making tool being developed in a major research project at the University of Newcastle (UON) and Hunter Medical Research Institute is set to give patients better and more personalised rehabilitation interventions after knee replacement surgery.
Gender equity progress earns esteemed Bronze Award
Wednesday, 5 December 2018
Concerted effort and commitment to improve gender equity and diversity within the workplace have earned the University of Newcastle an esteemed higher education sector award and official accreditation.
$2.4 million program partnership to empower girls in sport
Tuesday, 4 December 2018
The NSW Government will invest $2.4 million in a statewide rollout of the University of Newcastle’s award-winning lifestyle program Dads And Daughters Exercising and Empowered (DADEE).
2018 Vice-Chancellor's award winners announced
Tuesday, 4 December 2018
The 2018 Vice-Chancellor’s Awards for Excellence recognised more than 60 exceptional academic and professional staff in all faculties and divisions for their incredible achievements, diverse contributions, initiative and dedication throughout the year.
Pledge to drive gender equality journey in higher education
Monday, 3 December 2018
In a progressive move to expedite the journey to equality in the workplace, the University of Newcastle has introduced a Gender Equality Leadership Pledge, inviting all staff to support the initiative.
Ground breaking achievement for local soil researcher
Monday, 3 December 2018
Soil science researcher Professor Nanthi Bolan has been named on the Global Highly Cited Researchers List 2018, just in time for World Soil Day this Wednesday 5 December.
Exercise program a big HIIT for students’ fitness and mental well-being
Friday, 30 November 2018
A high intensity physical activity program targeting senior high school students has scored a positive report card, not only improving students’ fitness, but also their mental well-being.
Multi-million dollar boost for crucial research
Wednesday, 28 November 2018
Twenty-one research projects across science, engineering, health and the humanities are set to advance, sharing in $8.75 million from the Australian Research Council (ARC).