Discoveries that change lives
Our researchers drive discoveries that challenge conventional thinking, break new ground and change lives.
Global Innovation Chairs
Our Global Innovation Chairs are responsible for leading the development of research and evidence-based translational practice and policy across the University and within faculties and schools.
All Chairs have a strong record of:
- attracting competitive funding
- generating and translating excellent research outcomes
- developing strong working relationships with Government, the community and industry sectors
Contact any of our Global Innovation Chairs to learn more about potential collaborations and partnerships:
Professor Penny Jane Burke
Director, Centre of Excellence for Equity in Higher Education and Global Innovation Chair of Equity
Centre of Excellence for Equity in Higher Ed
- PennyJane.Burke@newcastle.edu.au
- + 61 2 4921 6538
Emeritus Professor Julie Byles
Emeritus Professor
College of Health, Medicine and Wellbeing
- Julie.Byles@newcastle.edu.au
- 40420668
Professor Ravi Naidu
Laureate Professor and Director
Global Centre for Environmental Remediation
- Ravi.Naidu@newcastle.edu.au
- (02) 4913 8705
Professor Brett Neilan
Laureate Professor
School of Environmental and Life Sciences
- brett.neilan@newcastle.edu.au
- 0421227477
Professor Michael Nilsson
Global Innovation Chair of Rehabilitation Medicine
College of Health, Medicine and Wellbeing
- MICHAEL.NILSSON@NEWCASTLE.EDU.AU
- +61 2 4042 0570
Professor Vijay Varadharajan
Global Innovation Chair in Cybersecurity
School of Information and Physical Sciences
- Vijay.Varadharajan@newcastle.edu.au
- (02) 4921 8687
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