Research and Innovation
News • 01 Feb 2019
Computer Scientist nominated for Rotary Humanitarian STAR Award
A Newcastle-based computer scientist, Professor Pablo Moscato, is a nominee for the prestigious Rotary Humanitarian STAR (Science, Technology, Aerospace, Robotics) Award.
News • 24 Jan 2019
Researchers jump to action to save threatened frog species
As part of a new conservation initiative, community members in the Sydney Basin area will learn to identify frogs by their call.
News • 23 Jan 2019
Funding signals new hope for multiple sclerosis treatment
Hunter researchers will help advance vital prevention and treatment methods for thousands of people living with multiple sclerosis (MS) following a funding announcement today from MS Research Australia.
News • 17 Jan 2019
Work starts on world-class biorefinery for the Hunter
Work has started on the first bio-renewables research facility of its kind in the Southern Hemisphere which will put the Hunter region on the map as a national hub for bio-renewables research, development and commercialisation.
News • 20 Dec 2018
Younger women unaware of increased cardiovascular disease risk
A pregnancy condition that endangers the lives of mothers and babies can lead to serious heart health issues for women up to 10 years after childbirth and yet few are aware of the risks.
News • 12 Dec 2018
NHMRC awards $12.4 million to 14 Newcastle projects
The National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) has awarded the University of Newcastle more than $12.4 million to support …
News • 06 Dec 2018
$1.5 million project aiming to deliver ‘precision rehabilitation’
A new decision-making tool being developed in a major research project is set to give patients better and more personalised rehabilitation interventions after knee replacement surgery.
News • 05 Dec 2018
Gender equity progress earns esteemed Bronze Award
Concerted effort and commitment to improve gender equity and diversity within the workplace have earned the University of Newcastle an …
News • 04 Dec 2018
$2.4 million program partnership to empower girls in sport
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).
News • 03 Dec 2018
Ground breaking achievement for local soil researcher
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.
News • 03 Dec 2018
Pledge to drive gender equality journey in higher education
In a progressive move to expedite the journey to equality in the workplace, the University of Newcastle has introduced a …
News • 30 Nov 2018
Exercise program a big HIIT for students’ fitness and mental well-being
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.
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