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News • 11 Mar 2014
Economic Control for Regional Communities
Dr Jeff McGee, an academic with the Newcastle Law School, writes on how regional communities can adapt to the exodus …
News • 11 Mar 2014
$1 Million Centre for Resources Health and Safety
Million dollar research partnership to improve Miner safety between NIER and global healthcare provider Aspen Medical.
News • 06 Mar 2014
Research Seminar Series
The University of Newcastle's Collaborative Environments for Creative Arts Research (CeCAR) is proud to present an exciting new Research Seminar Series
News • 06 Mar 2014
Health collaboration drives innovation
University led global health collaboration drives innovation
News • 05 Mar 2014
School-based solution helps inactive teens
School-based intervention programs may offer hope for inactive teenage girls, a University of Newcastle study has found.
News • 26 Feb 2014
University of Newcastle Civil Engineering in world’s top 50
New QS World University Rankings by Subject list 12 UON disciplines in top 200 - Civil & Structural Engineering World’s 45
News • 25 Feb 2014
DNA protein targeted in ovarian cancer chemo test
Dr Nikola Bowden is investigating a DNA repair protein that is implicated in ovarian cancer tumours becoming resistant to chemotherapy.
News • 21 Feb 2014
Stroke trial lures imaging research expert
The Hunter’s renowned stroke research group will be bolstered by the return of imaging expert Dr Andrew Bivard to work on acute care and rehabilitation projects
News • 21 Feb 2014
$1.5m to Newcastle researchers to unlock cancer secrets
Three University of Newcastle cancer researchers have been recognised with Cancer Institute NSW Early Career Fellowships, totalling more than $1.5 million.
News • 20 Feb 2014
World First Emissions Abatement Technology
$30m grant to develop world-first coal mining emissions abatement technologies
News • 19 Feb 2014
New web app weighs in on food choices
‘Burn it to earn it’ is the philosophy behind a novel web application developed by international nutrition expert Professor Clare Collins and her team.
News • 14 Feb 2014
Disruption delivers innovation: Lessons from Hollywood
Disruption delivers innovation: Lessons from Hollywood
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'.
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
In person
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
Event
National Science Week 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
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
Event
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.