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News • 20 Sep 2022
Solving the nation’s challenges: $3million in ARC funding
The Australian Research Council (ARC) has announced its latest rounds of funding for the Future Fellowships and DECRA schemes, with four University of Newcastle projects attracting funding of more than $3 million for projects of national importance.
News • 12 Sep 2022
New benchmarking tool aims to reshape workplaces across Australia
More than half of Australian employees feel lonely in their work, with 15 per cent feeling 'extremely lonely', and younger Australians below 29 years of age feeling lonelier than any other age group.
News • 12 Sep 2022
Researchers discover potential new melanoma treatment, giving hope to patients
HMRI and University of Newcastle researchers have discovered that treating patients who have late-stage treatment resistant melanoma with a combination of two existing drugs significantly increases their survival times.
News • 08 Sep 2022
eCliPSE project to uncover barriers to digital mental health services
The COVID-19 pandemic has increased rates of depression and anxiety in Australia by 24-28 per cent, placing significant resource pressures on its health systems.
News • 07 Sep 2022
Making waves in the new world of Open Banking
At I2N’s Startup Stories at I2N Hub Honeysuckle on Wednesday 7 September, Sarah shared her story of how she transferred her consulting, financial, leadership and computer science expertise into solving the problems of Open Banking.
News • 02 Sep 2022
Epic road test for printed solar
A pioneering environmental advocate will become the first consumer to road test futuristic printed solar cells, on an epic electric vehicle road trip around Australia.
News • 02 Sep 2022
More skilled people needed to continue Australia’s prosperity
As delegates meet this week for the Jobs and Skills Summit in Canberra, the role of the university sector in delivering a high-quality labour force through skills training, and boosting productivity comes into the spotlight.
News • 02 Sep 2022
New partnership delivers a different way of connecting science to practice
The University of Newcastle is very proud to announce a partnership with Alluvium Consulting Australia to jointly deliver the Centre for Water, Climate and Land (CWCL) program.
News • 02 Sep 2022
University partners with the Cook Islands National Environment Service to strengthen environmental research
Earlier this month, the University of Newcastle formalised a new partnership with the Cook Islands National Environment Service (NES) through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU).
News • 31 Aug 2022
World-first stroke recovery program launches in Newcastle
An online resource portal, co-designed by people living with stroke with researchers from HMRI and the University of Newcastle, is offering specialised support on the journey to recovery.
News • 17 Aug 2022
Creation and storytelling at the heart of a startup
On Wednesday 17 August, Oyem shared how he began and then nurtured his startup career to found his company that aligns with his life mission and is making positive impacts on community health.
News • 16 Aug 2022
A return to Indigenous-led solutions may be our only hope to reverse plastics pollution
The dumping of plastics in the Pacific Islands (Te Moananui) is a form of waste colonisation, leading to disproportionate plastics …
Events
Exhibition
Finding home: life outside institutions
Exhibiting the stories of those who attended and left mental hospitals between 1900 to 1960 to better understand mental health care in the community before new ideas about 'community psychiatry'.
In person
The Pivot Showcase
Hear the real stories behind the startups that changed direction and came out stronger.
Event
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
Event
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
Event
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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