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News • 13 May 2016
Mathematical Modelling Driving Research into Premature Birth
mathematical modelling driving research into premature birth
News • 13 May 2016
Keeping track of the flu keeps the nation on track
An online flu tracking project is keeping track of flu outbreaks in Australia.
News • 11 May 2016
Bees could provide an answer to Human-Elephant Conflict
bees could provide an answer to human elephant conflict
News • 11 May 2016
Ice cores help reconstruct Hunter weather for last 1000 years
Researchers have used data from 1000 year old ice cores to assess Australia's drought risk.
News • 09 May 2016
Health Check: how to get off the couch and into exercise
Dr Jordan Smith provides tips on how to get active.
News • 04 May 2016
Saltwater crocodile sperm may hold secret to male fertility
Saltwater crocodiles may solve male fertility issues.
News • 02 May 2016
UON welcomes NSW Govt support for Central Coast health and wellbeing precinct
UON's health and wellbeing precinct will transform health and research on the Central Coast.
News • 27 Apr 2016
Could a vaccine prevent heart attack and stroke?
A major national collaboration is now testing whether a safe, one-off vaccination can help to reduce the risk of heart attacks and strokes.
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
Events
Event
2026 Karen Thrift Prize for Poetry
The University of Newcastle School of Humanities, Creative Industries and Social Sciences is happy to announce that applications for the Karen Thrift Prize for Poetry for 2026 is now open.
In person
Health/Care Professions and Practices: Exploring Past, Present and Place
A free symposium for researchers, practitioners, students and community members.
In person
Orange to Blue Skies Film Screening
Join us for a screening followed by a Q&A and conversation with a panel of young people from the Hunter Valley.
In person
On Every Corner
Join us as we celebrate the graduating class of Visual Communication Design.
Event
Looking Ahead Asia-Pacific Lecture with Peter Varghese AO
Join Peter Varghese AO for a thought-provoking exploration of the forces shaping the future of the Asia-Pacific. Drawing on decades of experience in diplomacy and international affairs, Peter will examine the geopolitical, economic and strategic trends influencing our region and
In person
Works In Practice Muster 4
A new research collective at the University of Newcastle that aims to foster a supportive and collaborative community of practice.
Event
NSW FLIP Showcase
From Armidale to Sydney, meet the women founders of NSW FLIP as they share what they’ve built in nine weeks.
In person
The Merv and Janet Copley Symposium
Showcasing some of the vital research that has resulted from the bequest and archival collection from across the University of Newcastle.
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.