The Society, Health and Disability Research Group brings new and established approaches from the Humanities and Social Sciences to the study of health and disability.
Our transdisciplinary team comprises researchers from history, sociology, speech pathology, social work, and film, TV and media studies, connected by drivers for impact and change in relation to:
Members have a track record of successful projects (including nationally competitively funded) in relation to: technologically mediated communication, severe disability and communication, health professions education, evidence-based practice and research translation, patient safety, and mental health, among other topics. The group has expertise in qualitative and quantitative research methods, including ethnography, archival methods, action-research and social-media based digital methods.
Internationally acclaimed Political Artist, Illustrator and Designer, Professor Mario Minichiello, from the School of Creative Industries is holding an exhibition… Read more
With the election of Purai’s joint Directors, Emeritus Professor John Maynard and Professor Victoria Haskins, to the Australian Academy of… Read more
University of Newcastle students have been recognised nationally for their brilliant graphic design skills, taking out more wins than ever… Read more
To help address the health needs in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities across rural NSW, the University of Newcastle… Read more
The Future of Madness Network led by Professor Catharine Coleborne has had a busy year, despite the interruptions and challenges… Read more
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.