Research and Innovation
News • 21 Feb 2014
Stroke trial lures imaging research expert
The Hunter’s renowned stroke research group will be bolstered by the return of imaging expert Dr Andrew Bivard to work on acute care and rehabilitation projects
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.
News • 20 Feb 2014
World First Emissions Abatement Technology
$30m grant to develop world-first coal mining emissions abatement technologies
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.
News • 14 Feb 2014
Disruption delivers innovation: Lessons from Hollywood
Disruption delivers innovation: Lessons from Hollywood
News • 04 Feb 2014
Debunking myths about cancer
University of Newcastle researchers are debunking myths about cancer with their achievements leading the fight against cancer
News • 31 Jan 2014
Cancer therapy secures $27.1m funding
Viralytics announces $27.1m for completion of international trials of CAVATAK
News • 23 Jan 2014
Accelerator initiative launches business ideas
The UON Slingshot Accelerator Program, an initiative to identify high potential start-ups and nurture innovation in the Hunter, will be officially launched toda
News • 22 Jan 2014
Newcastle research underpins statewide alcohol restrictions
Newcastle research that evaluated alcohol restrictions in Newcastle has underpinned sweeping statewide changes to curb alcohol-fuelled violence.
News • 21 Jan 2014
Kimberley extinction prevention plan
Gene bank insures Kimberley wildlife against cane toad threat. Simon Clulow and Sean Doody, have commenced work on a gene banking program to 'future proof'
News • 16 Jan 2014
New DVC (Research and Innovation)
The University of Newcastle today announced the appointment of Professor Kevin Hall to the position of Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research and Innovation).
News • 14 Jan 2014
Second-hand smoke
A study of cigarette smoke exposure in multi-unit housing has been instrumental in achieving proposed Strata by-law reforms banning smoking in common areas.
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