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News

News • 22 Apr 2016

Wine Studies holds international conference

UON Wine Studies hold International Conference in collaboration with the Menzies Centre for Australian Studies at King’s College London

News • 22 Apr 2016

Physical activity study for schools scores $1.3m funding boost

Professor David Lubans awarded a $1.3m NHMRC partnership grant entitled Evidence-Based Physical Activity in Primary Schools

News • 21 Apr 2016

2016 Australian Feminist Studies Mentoring Programme

Applications are now open for the 2016 Australian Feminist Studies mentoring program for new academic writers.

News • 21 Apr 2016

Leading UON Endocrinologist honoured with Laureate Professor

The University of Newcastle (UON) has appointed leading endocrinologist Professor Roger Smith AM as its next Laureate Professor

News • 21 Apr 2016

UON obesity prevention program to be rolled out internationally

The University of Newcastle’s (UON) multi award winning Healthy Dads Healthy Kids program led by Professor Philip Morgan will be adapted for UK

News • 21 Apr 2016

Hunter Cancer Research Alliance Seeking Expressions of Interest for a Consumer Advisory Panel

The HCRA is seeking Expressions of Interest from the local community to work with researchers on a consumer engagement level.

News • 07 Apr 2016

Professor Billie Bonevski awarded prestigious TSANZ award

The Thoracic Society of Australia and New Zealand (TSANZ) has awarded Professor Billie Bonevski with the prestigious TSANZ President’s Award.

News • 06 Apr 2016

UON awarded Lung Cancer Fellowship

Professor Phil Hansbro, school of Biomedical Sciences and Pharmacy, has been awarded a Co-funded Fellowship in Lung Cancer Research.

News • 23 Mar 2016

Stroke risk link to mental and physical fitness in teens

Using comprehensive health data from men aged 18, two international studies have highlighted a strong causal link between long-term stroke risk.

News • 18 Mar 2016

The History of Violence, from Prehistory to the Present

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News • 17 Mar 2016

HEYMAN, it’s a tailored lifestyle study for young men

They asked for it, they informed the program design, and a group of men aged 18-25 are about to receive a University of Newcastle (UON) intervention firmly

News • 16 Mar 2016

Brain cancer studies to become a reality after show support

Brain cancer researchers in Newcastle say that a six-figure funding windfall resulting from Paul Harragon’s appearance on I’m a Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here wil

Events

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2026 HDR Student Festival

Higher Degree by Research students are making breakthrough discoveries and solving the world’s most formidable problems. The HDR Student Festival will feature a range of conference-style activities, as well as University-wide events to showcase the excellence and innovation of our

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When Monday 3 August 2026
9:00am - 7:00pm
Location  Callaghan, City Campus and Central Coast

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Three Minute Thesis Finals

The 3MT competition final is always a highlight of the HDR calendar. We are delighted that this year our finalists will again be presenting their research in front of a live audience. Come along and be dazzled by the creative

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When Thursday 6 August 2026
5:00pm - 7:00pm
Duration 2 hours
Location  Bar on the Hill

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Looking Ahead Lecture with Professor Lisa Harvey-Smith

Celebrate National Science Week 2026 by joining astrophysicist Professor Lisa-Harvey Smith for a fascinating journey through the wonders of the universe, exploring the latest discoveries in astronomy, space exploration and the mysteries that continue to shape our understanding of the

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When Monday 17 August 2026
5:30pm - 7:30pm
Duration 2 hours
Location  The Conservatorium

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From Research to Region | National Science Week

This National Science week, see how STEM research is driving local impact on the Central Coast. Our special edition of the From Research to Region seminar series highlights how University of Newcastle research spanning construction, food science and environmental conservation

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When Thursday 20 August 2026
6:00pm - 7:30pm
Duration 2 hours
Location  Gosford Central

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STEM Messages Matter | National Science Week

Clarity and cut-through in science communication We work in a crowded and fast-moving information landscape. In this environment, STEM communicators are increasingly challenged to ensure their messages are heard, understood, and trusted. Join us for a panel discussion exploring the

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When Friday 21 August 2026
10:00am - 11:30am