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News • 04 Feb 2019

Fulbright 2019 applications open

Applications for 2019 Fulbright Scholarships are now open for researchers looking to build connections and collaborate with peers in the …

News • 04 Feb 2019

Dr Michael Ruppert receives IEEE Best Paper Award

Dr Ruppert attended the IEEE Control Systems Society Awards Ceremony at the 2018 IEEE Conference on Decision and Control in Miami, Florida to accept the outstanding paper award from the journal IEEE Transactions on Control Systems Technology.

News • 01 Feb 2019

Computer Scientist nominated for Rotary Humanitarian STAR Award

A Newcastle-based computer scientist, Professor Pablo Moscato, is a nominee for the prestigious Rotary Humanitarian STAR (Science, Technology, Aerospace, Robotics) Award.

News • 24 Jan 2019

Researchers jump to action to save threatened frog species

As part of a new conservation initiative, community members in the Sydney Basin area will learn to identify frogs by their call.

News • 23 Jan 2019

Funding signals new hope for multiple sclerosis treatment

Hunter researchers will help advance vital prevention and treatment methods for thousands of people living with multiple sclerosis (MS) following a funding announcement today from MS Research Australia.

News • 17 Jan 2019

Work starts on world-class biorefinery for the Hunter

Work has started on the first bio-renewables research facility of its kind in the Southern Hemisphere which will put the Hunter region on the map as a national hub for bio-renewables research, development and commercialisation.

News • 20 Dec 2018

Younger women unaware of increased cardiovascular disease risk

A pregnancy condition that endangers the lives of mothers and babies can lead to serious heart health issues for women up to 10 years after childbirth and yet few are aware of the risks.

News • 19 Dec 2018

Supporting the supporters of loved ones who use Ice

A resilience and well-being program designed to help family and friends supporting loved ones who use crystal methamphetamine is set for a major expansion.

News • 18 Dec 2018

Rock pool risk rating flows from Newcastle research

University of Newcastle research has shaped the creation of a new public warning system for one of the State’s most …

News • 18 Dec 2018

Missing ingredient identified for treating schizophrenia

Simple dietary changes and existing drugs used for other disorders could help ease the symptoms for millions of people currently living with schizophrenia.

News • 15 Dec 2018

First Australian university to sign 100% renewable electricity contract with Red Energy

In a sector-leading move, the University of Newcastle has signed a seven-year contract with Red Energy to buy 100% renewable electricity across its Newcastle and Central Coast campuses.

News • 14 Dec 2018

Yoga and mind study aiming to relieve severe asthma

Respiratory researchers at the University of Newcastle and Hunter Medical Research Institute are investigating how yoga and mindfulness classes can …

Events

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2025 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 2025 is now open.

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When Monday 1 December 2025 - Sunday 18 January 2026