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News • 01 Oct 2020
Our researchers recognised in The Australian’s Research 2020 magazine
The Australian's Research 2020 magazine paid tribute to several University of Newcastle researchers for their track record of excellence and contribution to their fields.
News • 25 Sep 2020
University of Newcastle course changes signalled
Today the University of Newcastle released details about the interim outcomes of its ‘Course Optimisation’ review of course structures.
News • 24 Sep 2020
Learning from home has new meaning
In these unusual times, it seems hard to imagine overseas travel being a possibility. Perhaps, you could cast your mind back to a time where travelling to foreign countries was a reality and being in unfamiliar places, wasn’t so unfamiliar.
News • 22 Sep 2020
New outlook model indicates average to above average tropical cyclone activity and risk for Australia
With a 94% chance that La Niña conditions will develop before the start of the tropical cyclone season - in Australia there are typically more cyclones during La Niña - a new outlook model is predicting average to above average tropical cyclone numbers for Australia this season (November 2020 – Apr
News • 15 Sep 2020
Indigenous medical students admitted through innovative program
Having helped train more than 100 Indigenous doctors, the University of Newcastle’s Thurru Indigenous Health Unit is recruiting for its next intake of aspiring doctors.
News • 06 Sep 2020
Encouragement for dads from their unborn child
From this Fathers’ Day, 30,000 NSW fathers will get the chance to have messages from their new baby even if it’s before the birth. Researchers from the University of Newcastle and Hunter Medical Research Institute (HMRI) have created a digital platform to deliver advice and guidance directly to new
News • 04 Sep 2020
Taking conservation to the community through art
An exciting new event is taking the science of conservation out of the lab and into the community, using the power of art.
News • 04 Sep 2020
New green hydrogen made from solar power and air
In a remarkable first, a system that combines solar energy with water harvested from air has been used to manufacture low cost green hydrogen – a zero-emissions fuel.
News • 04 Sep 2020
University of Newcastle signs MoU with international pathway provider Kaplan Higher Education Pty Limited
The University of Newcastle has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Kaplan Higher Education Pty Limited to provide pathways …
News • 03 Sep 2020
Nature’s tiny particles hold the key to a cleaner environment
Scientists have used tiny structures found in clay as a ‘template’ to create a remarkable new material capable of capturing carbon dioxide emissions or decontaminating water.
News • 03 Sep 2020
Funding gives pulse to research aiming to improve region’s heart health
Each year in the Hunter New England region more than 900 people experience their first heart attack, placing the region within NSW’s highest cardiovascular disease mortality band.
News • 02 Sep 2020
An intriguing donation allowing students to preserve an important piece of history
A collection of intriguing fraternal society memorabilia – the largest of its kind in Australia – has been donated to the University of Newcastle, shedding a unique light on history dating back to 1829.
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.