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News

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 • 04 Feb 2014

Debunking myths about cancer

University of Newcastle researchers are debunking myths about cancer with their achievements leading the fight against cancer

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

I&E Academy: FinTech: AI, Tokenisation & the Future of Digital Currency Symposium

Join the I&E Academy for the latest Impact by Design Symposium, exploring how AI, blockchain and tokenisation are reshaping digital finance. This symposium brings industry and research perspectives together through Design Science Research.

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When Thursday 24 September 2026
9:45am - 11:45am
Location  NUSpace

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AI for Health Innovators: Practical Tools, Real Limits

A hands on two hour workshop on using AI in your innovation work, and knowing where it stops being safe to.

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When Thursday 24 September 2026
11:30am - 6:00pm

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What is the Future of the Humanities? Panel presentation and networking

Join us for a chaired panel discussion exploring the current state, and possible futures, of the humanities in universities.

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When Thursday 8 October 2026
6:00pm - 7:00pm
Location  NUSpace

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Public talk: Anticipation, Hesitation and Disastrous Futures

In this talk, the HESTIA Lab engages with different, often contrasting, ways of how people prepare for and respond to looming disastrous futures.

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When Monday 12 October 2026
12:30pm - 1:30pm
Location  NUSpace

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GFF26: Acropolis Cats and Other Wondrous Animals

Exploring the lives of stray cats in Athens and beyond.

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When Tuesday 27 October 2026
6:30pm - 8:30pm
Location  Tower Cinemas Newcastle | 183 King St, Newcastle NSW 2300

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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 Friday 13 November 2026
2:00pm - 4:00pm
Location  NUSpace

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