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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
the history of violence from prehistory to the present
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
News • 15 Mar 2016
Closing the gap on Indigenous STEM education
A crowdfunding initiative will raise funds for an Indigenous science scholar.
News • 15 Mar 2016
Fish oil study for blood pressure and brain performance
Adults with slightly elevated blood pressure are wanted for a University of Newcastle (UON) clinical trial evaluating the benefits of taking a fish oil suppleme
News • 11 Mar 2016
UON's new chapter for Hunter Research Foundation
A sustainable model for economic and social research for the Hunter region.
News • 09 Mar 2016
UON Stroke researchers share in $13.7m grant
A prestigious National Health and Medical Research Centre (NHMRC) Program Grant has been awarded to two neurologists to support stroke rese
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.