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News • 11 Aug 2020
Who owns the copyright to your tattoo?
The Australian Copyright Agency has licensed an Indigenous artwork for a custom tattoo. It is the first instance of tattoo licensing for the agency, and perhaps Australia at large.
News • 10 Aug 2020
Nanomaterials PhD student handpicked as global talent
A talented nanomaterials researcher, Ahmad Tabish, has been selected for a highly competitive Distinguished Talent VISA under the Government’s newly launched Global Talent Independent Program.
News • 07 Aug 2020
Home grown Historical Encounters journal achieves Q1 ranking
The independent journal Historical Encounters, led by Acting Head of the School of Education, Associate Professor Robert Parkes and published by the UON's History Education Research Network (HERMES) has recently achieved an outstanding milestone with a Q1 ranking.
News • 07 Aug 2020
Materials scientist and founder shares his story of driving renewable energy uptake
At I2N's Startup Stories Professor Erich Kisi shared his innovation journey developing a world-first technology which is fueling the shift to renewables.
News • 05 Aug 2020
Solving social work student placement challenges during COVID-19
The Gender, Leadership and Social Sustainability research centre (GLASS) in the School of Humanities and Social Science has assisted in providing an innovative way for social work students to complete their work integrated learning (WIL) placements despite the challenges posed by the pandemic.
News • 28 Jul 2020
Professor Penny Jane Burke joins new Australian Equity in Higher Education Panel
Professor Penny Jane Burke (Centre of Excellence for Equity in Higher Education) attended the first meeting of the new Federal government Equity in Higher Education Panel (EHEP) as one of two invited research experts in the field.
News • 22 Jul 2020
Using artificial intelligence to help sort out divorce
An online app called Amica is now using artificial intelligence to help separating couples make parenting arrangements and divide their assets.
News • 20 Jul 2020
Tests show potential for medicinal cannabis to kill cancer cells
revealing its potential as a treatment rather than simply a relief medication.
News • 20 Jul 2020
University of Newcastle’s cloud-first success improves work and learning experience for thousands during COVID-19 isolation
The University of Newcastle has become the first University in Australia to migrate its digital data to the cloud in …
News • 14 Jul 2020
Will bushfire smoke exposure make people more vulnerable to COVID-19?
Environmental historian Associate Professor Nancy Cushing found that the urban air pollution from the bushfire smoke was unprecedented and questions a link to COVID-19.
News • 09 Jul 2020
University of Newcastle partner with MineSensor to save the Mining Industry Millions
The University of Newcastle’s Prof Craig Wheeler and entrepreneur David Bull jointly developed a new capability to monitor the performance and condition of idlers used in the conveyor systems that play a vital role in our mining industry. That technology is now the basis of a licensing deal recently
News • 08 Jul 2020
Indigenous Recognition and the Uluru Statement
Gunnai-Kurnai and Gunditjmara woman Lidia Thorpe was recently elected by Greens party members to replace the former party leader, Richard Di Natale, as senator for Victoria. Thorpe is the first Indigenous woman to represent the Greens in federal parliament.
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.