News and Events

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News • 07 Apr 2021

Green hydrogen demonstration drives zero emission future

A state-of-the-art green hydrogen fuel, developed in partnership between the University of Newcastle and Southern Green Gas has today been unveiled and demonstrated in Hyundai’s NEXO hydrogen fuel cell SUV.

News • 31 Mar 2021

Food and Agribusiness Doctoral Training Centre established on the Central Coast

The University of Newcastle has today opened its newest Doctoral Training Centre (DTC), the Food and Agribusiness DTC, at Ourimbah.

News • 26 Mar 2021

Environmentally sustainable ARC projects awarded almost $2 million in funding

The Australian Research Council (ARC) has announced its latest round of funding for Linkage Project grants, with three University of Newcastle projects attracting funding totalling $1,868,005.

News • 25 Mar 2021

‘Sneaky’ sperm particles hitchhike around the body

A world-first discovery of ‘sneaky’ sperm particles found outside their ‘home’ in the testes offers new hope for men with fertility issues and new insight for cancer researchers.

News • 25 Mar 2021

Patients should get COVID-19 vaccine before surgery to reduce death risk: study

An international research study has found that surgery dramatically increases the risk of death from COVID-19, recommending that all non-emergency surgery patients be vaccinated while awaiting procedures.

News • 18 Mar 2021

Framework launched in commitment to Indigenous education and research

The University of Newcastle has unveiled a major piece in its longstanding commitment to Indigenous higher education, innovation and engagement with the launch of its Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Education and Research Framework, coinciding with national Close the Gap Day.

News • 15 Mar 2021

Indigenous research trailblazer honoured with lecture series

Esteemed historian and Indigenous research trailblazer, University of Newcastle Emeritus Professor John Maynard has been honoured with a new lecture series in his name.

News • 04 Mar 2021

Practical founder shares story of combating rising youth unemployment

Tricia Martin shares her innovation journey as founder of a youth skill building and employment platform at I2N's Startup Stories.

News • 01 Mar 2021

Call for aged care focus on domestic violence

Australian researchers have called for additional services for survivors of intimate partner violence – warning those who have these experiences are more vulnerable to elder abuse.

News • 24 Feb 2021

More than a story: Family History webinar series

In the first of a four-part webinar series centred on how family history guides and informs research and creative work, Professor Victoria Haskins spoke with Ms Kath Apma Travis Penangke.

News • 22 Feb 2021

Digital tool to dial back COVID-19 anxiety, depression and alcohol use

With more than a third of Australians now drinking alcohol daily, compared to 6 per cent pre-COVID-19, researchers are developing a digital tool to help communities manage the ongoing impacts of COVID-19.

News • 08 Feb 2021

Combatting COVID and cyber threats: similarities and lessons

Over the last year, societies worldwide have been battling challenges posed by COVID-19.

Events

In person

HunterWiSE Network Event: Belonging in STEM

You're invited to join us for the first HunterWiSE event of 2026. Facilitated by Dr Yemi Penn, this panel discussion will focus on the experiences of culturally and linguistically diverse women in STEM, exploring themes of identity, belonging and opportunity.

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When Monday 23 March 2026
11:00am - 12:30pm
Location  The Treehouse

Event

10 Years of AI

This is an exploratory workshop that will highlight the big moments in Artificial Intelligence in the past 10 years.

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When Tuesday 24 March 2026
Location  I2N Hub, Honeysuckle

Event

Circular Economy Grand Challenge - Information Session

Are you up for the Challenge? Help minimise waste and maximise resource efficiency!

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When Thursday 2 April 2026
Location  Online

Event

Student to Startup

Three Newcastle student founders share the unfiltered reality of building a startup while studying.

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When Tuesday 14 April 2026
Location  I2N Hub, Honeysuckle