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News • 27 Nov 2014
A Challenging New Future
The Science and Engineering Challenge faces a Challenging new future with the introduction of a participation charge for those who participate in the program
News • 25 Nov 2014
Reader beware: the nasty new edition of the Brothers Grimm
Dr Marguerite Johnson looks at the recently restored Grimm Brothers' original fairy tales – which are not intended for children.
News • 21 Nov 2014
National recognition for healthy engagement
Developed by Professor Philip Morgan and his team at the University of Newcastle, Healthy Dads, Healthy Kids teaches dads to be positive-lifestyle role models.
News • 19 Nov 2014
Trial creates shift in lung disease care
A study by University of Newcastle and Hunter New England Health is trialling new clinical therapies for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disorder (COPD).
News • 19 Nov 2014
Industrial Design students Kickstart their career in final year
Wyn Jones is ensuring his Industrial Design students take their ideas and designs beyond university assessment.
News • 18 Nov 2014
ARC Indigenous funding success
Dr Brett Turner has been awarded $570,000 in ARC Indigenous funding commencing in 2015 for his research project The effect of climate change on the biogeoch
News • 18 Nov 2014
Clean energy in conference spotlight
More than 30 renewable energy guest speakers will present on new technology, bio-energy, wind energy, solar energy, government and policy.
News • 18 Nov 2014
UON theologian awarded Deutscher Memorial Prize
Roland Boer has been awarded the Isaac and Tamara Deutscher Memorial Prize for his book, In the Vale of Tears: on Marxism and Theology V
News • 14 Nov 2014
Visionary US mayor to visit Newcastle
Mr Murphy is a University of Newcastle President’s Visiting Fellow and will deliver major public talks in Sydney and Newcastle on Building 21st Century Cities.
News • 14 Nov 2014
Award for outstanding achievements in chemometrics
Professor Marcel Maeder from the School of Environmental and Life Sciences received the 2014 EAS Award for Outstanding Achievements in Chemometrics, which r
News • 13 Nov 2014
UON Music Lecturer and Researcher Wins Future Justice Prize 2014
UON Music Lecturer and Researcher Wins Future Justice Prize 2014, Faculty of Education and Arts, Newsroom, University of Newcastle, Newcastle, Australia
News • 13 Nov 2014
UON endangered music researcher awarded Endeavour Fellowship
Dr Catherine Grant, a researcher in the School of Creative Arts at the University of Newcastle (UON), has been awarded an Endeavour Fellowship
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
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.