News and Events

News

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

News • 31 Jan 2014

Cancer therapy secures $27.1m funding

Viralytics announces $27.1m for completion of international trials of CAVATAK

News • 23 Jan 2014

Accelerator initiative launches business ideas

The UON Slingshot Accelerator Program, an initiative to identify high potential start-ups and nurture innovation in the Hunter, will be officially launched toda

News • 22 Jan 2014

Newcastle research underpins statewide alcohol restrictions

Newcastle research that evaluated alcohol restrictions in Newcastle has underpinned sweeping statewide changes to curb alcohol-fuelled violence.

News • 21 Jan 2014

Kimberley extinction prevention plan

Gene bank insures Kimberley wildlife against cane toad threat. Simon Clulow and Sean Doody, have commenced work on a gene banking program to 'future proof'

News • 16 Jan 2014

New DVC (Research and Innovation)

The University of Newcastle today announced the appointment of Professor Kevin Hall to the position of Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research and Innovation).

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.

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When Monday 19 October 2026 - Sunday 29 November 2026

In person

Health/Care Professions and Practices: Exploring Past, Present and Place

A free symposium for researchers, practitioners, students and community members.

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When Monday 16 November 2026
9:30am - 4:00pm
Location  NUSpace

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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.

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When Tuesday 17 November 2026
5:30pm - 7:00pm
Location  University of Newcastle, Upper Hunter Campus | 85 Hill St, Muswellbrook

In person

On Every Corner

Join us as we celebrate the graduating class of Visual Communication Design.

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When Friday 20 November 2026
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Location  University House | Cnr King and Auckland Street, Newcastle 2300

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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.

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When Monday 30 November 2026
2:00pm - 2:00pm
Location  NUSpace, Watt Space Gallery

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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.

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When Thursday 3 December 2026
4:00pm - 7:00pm
Location  Greenhouse Tech Hub, Sydney

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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.

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When Friday 11 December 2026
9:00am - 1:00pm
Location  NUSpace

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