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News • 15 Feb 2016
World-first stroke trial led by University of Newcastle researchers underway in the Hunter
Stroke survivors who sit for long periods throughout the day could improve their health simply by performing short but frequent bouts of light physical activity
News • 04 Feb 2016
University of Newcastle “walks the walk” on innovation, says Minister Roberts
The Minister for Industry, Resources and Energy has praised the University of Newcastle as a world-leader.
News • 21 Jan 2016
New study identifies risk factors for PND
Women with a history of mental health problems are overwhelmingly more likely to suffer PND.
News • 19 Jan 2016
UON innovation and development grants
The University of Newcastle has achieved success in the latest round of OLT grants.
News • 11 Jan 2016
UON Arts PhD selected for national festival
University of Newcastle Creative Arts PhD candidate Dale Collier is one of 15 artists selected for national festival SITUATE Arts Lab 2016.
News • 08 Jan 2016
Australia-ASEAN Council funding for Disaster Resilience
A team of UON researchers have secured funding of $77,000 in the inaugural round of the Australia-ASEAN Council grant program for their project 'Disaster Resili
News • 04 Dec 2015
Research explores foods fit for an active lifestyle
Researchers at the University of Newcastle are researching the foods preferred by fitness buffs.
News • 04 Dec 2015
University of Newcastle in the Top 8 of Australian Universities for Research that is Well Above World Standard
The University Of Newcastle (UON) has achieved the highest possible ‘5’ rating across 22 fields of research in the latest Excellence in Research for Australia
News • 03 Dec 2015
Fulbright announces two new scholarships with UON
The University of Newcastle will sponsor a prestigious new US Fulbright scholarship.
News • 02 Dec 2015
A new partnership working towards education in innovation-led renewal in Newcastle
An MoU between UON and UrbanGrowth NSW will commit to working to make education and innovation a centrepiece of the city's renewal.
News • 01 Dec 2015
Drug trial to reduce scarring after heart scare
Hunter heart attack survivors will be among the first in the world to trial a new drug designed to reduce the tissue scarring commonly associated with heart wea
News • 30 Nov 2015
$4.4 million in funding to improve cancer care and prevention
Two Hunter-based researchers from UON have scored Cancer Council funding.
Events
Exhibition
Finding home: life outside institutions
Exhibiting the stories of those who attended and left mental hospitals between 1900 to 1960 to better understand mental health care in the community before new ideas about 'community psychiatry'.
Event
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
In person
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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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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