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News • 15 Nov 2020
New DECRA to examine mass violence of Ottoman Empire
A historian of the modern Middle East, with a research focus on the collapse of the Ottoman Empire will join the Centre for the Study of Violence under a Discovery Early Career Researcher Award.
News • 12 Nov 2020
HMRI 2020 Awards celebrate medical research excellence
Medical research excellence was honoured at tonight’s annual HMRI Awards Night – HMRI 2020.
News • 05 Nov 2020
Uni backs promising ideas to buzz off mozzies
From a deodorant that repels mosquitoes to engineering a trap that disrupts mosquito breeding, nine innovative projects were awarded and have shared $45,000 in funding in the University of Newcastle’s 2020 Grand Challenge.
News • 02 Nov 2020
New treatment idea discovered for leukaemia
Newcastle researchers have discovered a new way to kill leukaemia cells.
News • 23 Oct 2020
$8.5m to continue largest women's health study
Australia’s largest and longest operating women’s health survey has secured $8.5m in funding.
News • 22 Oct 2020
Am I a fraud? Imposter feelings in elite Olympic level coaching
How do gender stereotypes create imposter feelings that halt the progression of women to elite coaching roles?
News • 21 Oct 2020
Despite more than 30 major inquiries, governments still haven't fixed aged care
Australia’s aged care sector has been the subject of more than 30 major inquiries and reviews since 1997.
News • 16 Oct 2020
Researchers named AMP Tomorrow Makers
Two Newcastle researchers have made the 2021 AMP Tomorrow Makers list, earning grants to support their research in men’s health programs and bowel cancer.
News • 14 Oct 2020
Funding for better outcomes for elderly after hip surgery
With hip fracture posing a major risk of death in people over 50, a new study aims to establish evidence for improved discharge planning for elderly patients following hip surgery.
News • 08 Oct 2020
Asthma treatment – it’s not one-size-fits-all
With at least one asthma-related death each day in Australia, a team of researchers has been awarded $2.5 million dollars from NHMRC to investigate personalised approaches to asthma treatment.
News • 05 Oct 2020
New research reveals the challenging experiences of young hospitality workers
Unique qualitative research led by members of the Newcastle Youth Studies Network has revealed the systematic inequalities and exploitation young hospitality workers are subjected to.
News • 14 Sep 2020
Next generation of researchers target better treatments for childhood cancer
Research and Discovery - The Isabella and Marcus Foundation passionately and tirelessly raises funds to support research into one of the most aggressive childhood cancers.
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.