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News • 14 Jun 2024

Laureate Professor Talley named on global best scientists in medicine list

Neurogastroenterologist Distinguished Laureate Professor Nick Talley has been ranked number one in Australia and 171st globally on an international ranking recognising the world’s top scientists in the field of medicine.

News • 05 Jun 2024

Workforce willing to retrain, millennials ready to relocate: New research provides vital insights for Hunter and Central Coast businesses

New research reveals that the majority of residents across the Hunter and Central Coast are willing to retrain and reskill to fill the future jobs gap as the region transitions to a low-carbon economy.

News • 27 May 2024

Walk-and-Talk: University of Newcastle team taking men’s therapy outdoors

Depression is a leading mental health concern in men. Yet, less than half of affected men seek professional help, and when they do, services are often not responsive to their needs.

News • 22 May 2024

Hydro Harvester scales up to quench market thirst

The University of Newcastle has officially unveiled technology capable of harvesting up to 1000 litres of drinkable water per day – from air.

News • 21 May 2024

University of Newcastle research aims to address global water security

The development of a low-cost portable water filtration bag will be the focus of new research supported by a $489,537 Clean Water Drinking Solutions Pty Ltd Grant.

News • 21 May 2024

New use for a lung scanning test to benefit severe asthma patients

Hunter respiratory researchers have found a new application for a lung scanning test that was first trialled at John Hunter Hospital in 2017.

News • 21 May 2024

Accelerating Startups with the Trailblazer for Recycling and Clean Energy Program

Housed at the University’s Newcastle Institute for Energy and Resources (NIER), the Trailblazer for Recycling and Clean Energy (TRaCE) program is moving innovative technologies out of the lab and into global manufacturing.

News • 03 May 2024

New study aims to put asthma into remission

Researchers at HMRI and the University of Newcastle have evaluated a drug called azithromycin, a macrolide antibiotic, to test if it would put moderate to severe asthma into remission.

News • 03 May 2024

$4.8m NHMRC Investigator grants to improve health of our communities

Three University of Newcastle researchers have been awarded $4.8m in National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) Investigator grants* to find solutions to health problems such as pre-term birth and male infertility.

News • 03 May 2024

$4.8m NHMRC Investigator grants to improve health of our communities

Three University of Newcastle researchers have been awarded $4.8m in National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) Investigator grants* to find solutions to health problems such as pre-term birth and male infertility.

News • 03 May 2024

$4.8m NHMRC Investigator grants to improve health of our communities

Three University of Newcastle researchers have been awarded $4.8m in National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) Investigator grants* to find solutions to health problems such as pre-term birth and male infertility.

News • 01 May 2024

Research team secures funding to advance breast cancer care

Associate Professor Nikki Verrills and Dr Severine Roselli have secured funding from the National Breast Cancer Foundation to explore a new therapeutic approach for treatment-resistant breast cancer.

Events

Webinar

New oral history resources and training

For those interested in oral history methodology and practice, there are two new resources available.

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When Tuesday 17 March 2026
2:20pm - 2:20pm
Location  Online

In person

FLIP Speed Networking

FLIP the script - connect, inspire, succeed!

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When Thursday 14 May 2026
5:00pm - 7:00pm
Duration 2 hours
Location  I2N Hub Honeysuckle

In person

Communicating your Unique Edge - A HunterWiSE Network Event

Join us for this practical, interactive workshop designed to help you define your unique edge - and communicate it with confidence at work.

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When Thursday 21 May 2026
8:00am - 9:30am
Location  Q Building, Honeysuckle Drive, Newcastle

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Founders Unfiltered

Not every entrepreneurial moment makes it to the highlight reel.

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When Thursday 28 May 2026
5:00pm - 7:00pm
Duration 2 hours
Location  I2N Hub, Honeysuckle