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News • 18 Feb 2015

Restoring strength and hope after spinal injury

After a serious spinal cord injury, movement and feeling can be lost completely. Currently there are no medications available to help people walk again. Sur

News • 17 Feb 2015

Teen boys swap screens for fitness

Teen boys from 14 Hunter and Central Coast high schools are now fitter and spending less time in front of screens.

News • 16 Feb 2015

Healthy Weight Week

UON Professor in Nutrition & Dietetics Clare Collins is leading a national campaign to encourage Australians to cook at home and win the battle of the bulge

News • 10 Feb 2015

Laureate Professor elected to esteemed American academy

The University of Newcastle offers its congratulations to Professor Graeme Jameson, Laureate Professor of Chemical Engineering and director, Centre for Multipha

News • 09 Feb 2015

Helping new fathers beat the blues

Dr Richard Fletcher, a team leader within the Faculty of Health and Medicine's Family Action Centre, received a grant of $300,000 over two years from Beyond

News • 06 Feb 2015

UON's NeW Space planning application approved

The University of Newcastle's $95 million NeW Space project will drive renewal in the city and provide key learning for students.

News • 04 Feb 2015

Stroke detector

The Strokefinder MD100 holds promise of early detection to potentially allow treatment to be administered en route to hospital.

News • 03 Feb 2015

Dads and daughters program kicks off

Physical activity research program DADEE at the University of Newcastle instils young girls with physical and social-emotional skills for a happy & healthy life

News • 30 Jan 2015

UON to host international conference on protective structures

The University of Newcastle will host the 3rd International Conference on Protective Structures at Crowne Plaza Newcastle from February 3 to 6

News • 29 Jan 2015

2014 research highlights

From enterprising engineers and medical health experts to logisticians and mathematicians, our researchers collectively demonstrated extraordinary scholarship a

News • 29 Jan 2015

Providing Health Care Across Diverse Regions

event created to promote symposium

News • 22 Jan 2015

Best footprint forward

UON research to enhance the safe and effective use of the internet for the next generation.

Events

In person

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