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News • 22 Sep 2014
Review: The Life and Death of Adam Cullen by Erik Jensen
Dr Kit Messham-Muir, from the School of Creative Industries reviews Acute Misfortune: The Life and Death of Adam Cullen for The Conversation.
News • 18 Sep 2014
Unlocking the power of personalised medicine
The University of Newcastle's (UON) Professor Pablo Moscato is leading the revolution of how some of medicine's greatest challenges, including …
News • 18 Sep 2014
UON ranked in the top 10 in Australia
JUST RELEASED: UON’s rankings success in the QS World University Rankings 2014
News • 12 Sep 2014
Federal Government choose UON research for case-study
A group mission that includes an Australian-first cross-collaborative conference has been hailed as such a success that it’s being used by the Federal Governmen
News • 10 Sep 2014
Study seeks taste of nutrition knowledge
UON researchers are aiming to determine the influence a person’s understanding of nutrition has on their eating habits, health and lifestyle.
News • 10 Sep 2014
UON names 2014 Alumni Awards ‘gamechangers’
University of Newcastle (UON) graduate Dr Alison Thorburn, who is traversing new ground in asthma research, is UON's first recipient …
News • 10 Sep 2014
Violence is here to stay – we need to understand it
The Conversation will be running pieces looking at the history and nature of violence. Here, Professor Philip Dwyer from the Centre for the History of Violence
News • 10 Sep 2014
When statues get frocked up, art is in rude health
Marguerite Johnson, from the School of Humanities and Social Science, talks about revered statutes and increasing number of artists who enjoy reinterpreting the
News • 09 Sep 2014
Stroke survivors take centre stage
University of Newcastle choir BrainWaves helped launch 2014 Stroke Awareness Week with a performance at Parliament House in Sydney yesterday.
News • 05 Sep 2014
Energy Innovation Hub
The NSW Energy Innovation Knowledge Hub, launched today at the University of Newcastle, will further leverage the State’s innovative strengths in the sector.
News • 05 Sep 2014
Balloons for brain cancer research
This Father’s Day two UON students will release balloons at the Newcastle Knights game in memory of their dad and others who have been affected by brain cancer.
News • 03 Sep 2014
Filmmaker to explore Witch of Kings Cross
Internationally-acclaimed filmmaker Sonia Bible will visit UON to explore archived documents relating to the ‘Witch of Kings Cross, Rosaleen Norton.
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.