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News • 30 Sep 2026

Tiny ocean microbe unlocks new clue to Earth's carbon cycle

Researchers have uncovered a key mechanism that helps one of the world's most abundant marine organisms capture carbon, providing new insights into the ocean's role in regulating Earth's climate.

News • 30 Sep 2026

Opinion: AI is our way back and investment's our future

Time and distance can bring renewed clarity. Having worked abroad for much of the past decade, former prime minister Kevin …

News • 29 Sep 2026

World-leading study uncovers new targets for inflammatory bowel disease treatment

People living with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) could one day benefit from a new generation of treatments thanks to groundbreaking research backed by philanthropic support.

News • 25 Sep 2026

Every hour counts: Global study links assessment delays to higher risk of burst appendix

A global study of appendicitis has found longer time to surgical assessment was associated with a progressively higher risk of perforation to the appendix, or a 'burst appendix'.

News • 24 Sep 2026

Meet the robot scientists transforming research discovery

University of Newcastle scientists are trialling two advanced chemistry robots capable of rapidly testing thousands of chemical combinations, opening new opportunities in medicines, critical minerals, water treatment and advanced manufacturing.

News • 24 Sep 2026

Research quest to drive more equitable cancer outcomes for regional Australians

A $5 million Cancer Institute NSW grant is powering the next generation of researchers to help drive more equitable cancer outcomes for regional NSW communities.

News • 14 Sep 2026

New study reveals genetic secrets to grow food crops on salty land

A University of Newcastle-led global study has produced the most complete genetic picture yet of a salt-loving plant with the potential to help grow food in some of the world's harshest environments.

News • 10 Sep 2026

Newcastle researchers secure six ARC Future Fellowships to drive global innovation

Six University of Newcastle researchers have secured more than $6.6 million in Australian Research Council (ARC) Future Fellowships to advance cutting-edge research, fill critical knowledge gaps and tackle major national and global challenges.

News • 03 Sep 2026

$10,000 to build your idea

The Circular Economy Grand Challenge is open. Get a team together, propose a way to help suppliers, businesses or consumers …

News • 02 Sep 2026

Staff, students and alumni behind ventures in 2026 Accelerator cohort

Twelve ventures have secured a place in the 2026 I2N Accelerator at the University of Newcastle, with teams hoping to advance solutions in healthcare, sustainability, disability support, education and financial literacy, and more.

News • 02 Sep 2026

New national research centre sets sights on improving ear health for Indigenous children

Improving ear health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children is at the heart of a landmark national research initiative, to be led by Indigenous researchers and coordinated by the University of Newcastle.

News • 27 Aug 2026

National groundwater model aims to strengthen Australia's water future

University of Newcastle researchers, together with a team of Australian and international partners, are building a national open-access 3D computational model of Australia’s groundwater systems. The model will support informed decision-making about water resources in a changing climate.

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