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News • 10 May 2013

Mum's the word on pregnancy

UON researchers are asking new mums to reflect on their pregnancy and post-birth experience to help researchers design a lifestyle program.

News • 08 May 2013

Professor Caroline McMillen opens Newcastle's Healthy University Fair

The University of Newcastle Vice-Chancellor Professor Caroline McMillen opened the University's inaugural Health Fair today to promote healthy lifestyles.

News • 08 May 2013

Disciplines ranked in top 200 in the world

The University of Newcastle has ten disciplines which feature in the top 200 in the world, according to new QS World University Rankings published today.

News • 07 May 2013

Newcastle researchers question existence of manflu

Men are popularly maligned for wilting like cheap supermarket flowers at the first winter sniffle, however data from Flutracking.net, Australia’s online influen

News • 26 Apr 2013

University of Newcastle wins international medical conference

More than four hundred medical education experts will flock to Newcastle in March 2015 for The Asian Medical Education Association (AMEA) Conference 2015 to be

News • 22 Apr 2013

Newcastle researchers leapfrog ahead in world-first

University of Newcastle researchers have successfully developed a method to freeze frog embryonic cells in a world-first breakthrough that could slow the threat

News • 15 Apr 2013

NeW Space

NeW Space is a $95 million landmark education precinct under development by the University of Newcastle in the heart of Newcastle's CBD.

News • 28 Mar 2013

Postcards reduce self-poisoning events

Postcards from the Edge halved the rate of general hospital readmissions and reduced psychiatric hospital admissions by a third, over a five-year period.

News • 28 Mar 2013

Pregnancy researchers target contraction ‘controller’

University of Newcastle researchers have been tracking a protein thought to act as a controller of contractions.

News • 27 Mar 2013

Newcastle Innovation farewells Chair of the Board

After more than 20 years helping to guide the strategic direction of Newcastle Innovation, Dr Geoff Leonard AM has announced his retirement as Chair.

News • 18 Mar 2013

Lost frog DNA back from the dead: Lazarus Project

The genome of an extinct Australian frog has been revived and reactivated by a team of scientists using sophisticated cloning technology to implant a "dead" cell nucleus into a fresh egg from another frog species.

News • 18 Mar 2013

New chairman bringing global vision to HMRI board table

Newcastle-based company director Glenn Turner has been appointed Chairman of the Hunter Medical Research Institute (HMRI) Board, with Bob Kennedy officially retiring from the role after six years.

Events

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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

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When Monday 3 August 2026
9:00am - 7:00pm
Location  Callaghan, City Campus and Central Coast

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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

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When Thursday 6 August 2026
5:00pm - 7:00pm
Duration 2 hours
Location  Bar on the Hill

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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

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When Monday 17 August 2026
5:30pm - 7:30pm
Location  The Conservatorium, Newcastle City

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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

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When Monday 17 August 2026
5:30pm - 7:30pm
Duration 2 hours
Location  The Conservatorium

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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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When Thursday 20 August 2026
6:00pm - 7:30pm
Duration 2 hours
Location  Gosford Central

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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

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When Friday 21 August 2026
10:00am - 11:30am