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News • 11 Nov 2019
From Idaho to Newcastle - New Deputy Vice-Chancellor announced
The University of Newcastle is delighted to advise that after an extensive international search Professor Janet Nelson has accepted the role of Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research and Innovation) and will start at the University in February 2020.
News • 06 Nov 2019
Engineering student secures John Monash scholarship
University of Newcastle engineering student, Sam Parker, will continue his ambition of combining empathy and empowerment with engineering, after receiving a prestigious John Monash Scholarship to carry out postgraduate study at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in 2020.
News • 01 Nov 2019
Proud to be a Women in STEM Decadal Plan Champion
The University of Newcastle is proud to be named as a Women in STEM Decadal Plan Champion by the Australian Academy of Science.
News • 01 Nov 2019
New partnership encouraging innovation and regional economic growth takes flight
The University of Newcastle and Newcastle Airport have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that seeks to maximise opportunities to …
News • 30 Oct 2019
University of Newcastle part of ground-breaking NSW study to grow medicinal cannabis industry
The NSW Government is investing in pioneering research into the medicinal cannabis industry, with Minister for Agriculture, Adam Marshall unveiling a new $10 million study from a top-secret cannabis research facility in regional NSW, last week.
News • 30 Oct 2019
Pre-schoolers, teens and Indigenous women the focus for heart health research funding
Three Hunter researchers will focus on helping Australians have better heart health by investigating the causes, treatment and prevention of heart disease, after securing more than $385,000 in funding from the Heart Foundation.
News • 28 Oct 2019
Industry partnerships help fund research to future proof the cinema industry
Dr Simon Weaving, film researcher with the School of Creative Industries has secured $12,500 industry funding for his research project that aims to future proof the cinema-going experience.
News • 25 Oct 2019
Centre fosters important discussion on artificial intelligence and the future of humanity
What does this mean for our future society and culture? Indeed, for the future of humanity?These and other questions were considered at a public forum on the topic of artificial intelligence hosted by the Centre for 21st Century Humanities recently.
News • 24 Oct 2019
University of Newcastle commits $5 million to attract top research talent
Budding research students aiming to make a meaningful impact with their studies are to receive significant funding support, thanks to a new $5 million scholarship fund from the University of Newcastle.
News • 22 Oct 2019
Future research leaders receive funding boost
The inaugural Research Advantage NEWstar program will support 13 aspiring University of Newcastle mid-career researchers to further develop their research leadership skills.
News • 21 Oct 2019
Prioritising our planet
The University of Newcastle has launched Environmental Sustainability Plan 2019-2025. The plan is a roadmap to operating in a sector leading, environmentally sustainable way.
News • 18 Oct 2019
Worldwide transcribathon of 17th century literature begins in Newcastle
Fans of early modern poetry from all over the world will take part in a transcribathon on Thursday 24th October 2019. Literary historian with the School of Humanities and Social Science, Dr Erin McCarthy is running the Australian leg of the international event.
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.