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News • 12 Nov 2013
neuroscientist awarded
Neuroscientist Dr Rohan Walker was named the Newcastle Business Club’s Young Business Person of the Year this afternoon.
News • 08 Nov 2013
$8.8M ARC funding
Australian Research Council awards University of Newcastle $8.8 million and seven research fellowships.
News • 07 Nov 2013
UON Slingshot accelerator program
Students, staff and friends of UON with innovative ideas are set to benefit from this dynamic partnership.
News • 04 Nov 2013
Innovative MRI scanner installed
HMRI’s new Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) centre has reached a pivotal milestone with the installation of the new scanner.
News • 01 Nov 2013
Weighty Problem
Research has found GPs are falling short in detecting obesity, which may lead to poor weight management support.
News • 01 Nov 2013
NSW Scientist of the Year
Laureate Professor Graeme Jameson AO has been awarded the NSW Scientist of the Year at the 2013 NSW Science and Engineering Awards.
News • 31 Oct 2013
Sport of kings
A new book by Professor John Maynard explores the significant involvement of Aboriginal people one of Australia’s most celebrated sports.
News • 30 Oct 2013
Science and Engineering Challenge National Final
Australia’s future scientists and engineers racing for Challenge podium.
News • 29 Oct 2013
Alcohol tax system
An overhaul of Australia's alcohol tax system would potentially bring health and economic gains, according to research.
News • 25 Oct 2013
$21.7m NHMRC funding for UoN
$21.7m funding puts University of Newcastle in Top Eight universities for health and medical research.
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.
In person
Health/Care Professions and Practices: Exploring Past, Present and Place
A free symposium for researchers, practitioners, students and community members.
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.
In person
On Every Corner
Join us as we celebrate the graduating class of Visual Communication Design.
Event
Looking Ahead Asia-Pacific Lecture with Peter Varghese AO
Join Peter Varghese AO for a thought-provoking exploration of the forces shaping the future of the Asia-Pacific. Drawing on decades of experience in diplomacy and international affairs, Peter will examine the geopolitical, economic and strategic trends influencing our region and
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.
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.
In person
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.
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.