News and Events

News

News • 18 Apr 2019

Researchers to remediate PFAS contamination with hemp seed proteins

University of Newcastle researchers are on track to create a solution to per-and poly- fluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) contamination, in a project that could benefit the Williamtown community and countless other sites across the world.

News • 15 Apr 2019

Research team to develop an International Literature Review on Equity in Higher Education

A research team from University of Newcastle and University of Melbourne have been awarded a grant from the Australian Department of Education and Training, under the HEPPP National Priority Pool scheme.

News • 15 Apr 2019

Centre for 21st Century Humanities leads development of ground breaking software platform

The Centre for 21st Century Humanities is leading the development of a powerful software platform called the ‘Time-Layered Cultural Map of Australia’.

News • 08 Apr 2019

National Recognition for a Special Family

The Bill and Iris Burges Trust received the Great Australian Philanthropy Award 2018

News • 08 Apr 2019

Bengalla Continues a Rich History of Local Collaboration for Community Gain

New partnership to benefit Upper Hunter communities

News • 03 Apr 2019

$18 million for Gosford health and innovation precinct

The University of Newcastle has welcomed an $18 million Federal Government investment in the first phase of realising its vision …

News • 01 Apr 2019

Powering Breakthroughs in Research

The Ian Potter Foundation and the University of Newcastle have purchased a 10x Genomics Chromium Platform, thanks to a generous philanthropic grant

News • 01 Apr 2019

Research making a difference across the region and beyond

University of Newcastle research has received high marks in the Australian Research Council’s first ever Engagement and Impact Assessment – …

News • 27 Mar 2019

Newcastle research excellence shines on world stage

The global impact and quality of the University's research has risen, with 95 per cent now rated ‘at or above …

News • 22 Mar 2019

Quadram Institute and University to tackle global food and health challenges

The United Kingdom’s Quadram Institute Bioscience (QIB) and the University of Newcastle have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to promote cooperation and a stronger relationship between the two organisations.

News • 20 Mar 2019

First-of-its-kind resource aids legal practitioners in identifying elder abuse

As national conversations around the treatment of the elderly continue, academics from the University of Newcastle are supporting legal practitioners to act as another line of defence to better identify and combat elder abuse.

News • 15 Mar 2019

Research underway to improve prostate cancer diagnosis

Funding from the Cancer Council NSW will help advance research in the areas of prostate and lung cancer.

Events

Event

I&E Academy: FinTech: AI, Tokenisation & the Future of Digital Currency Symposium

Join the I&E Academy for the latest Impact by Design Symposium, exploring how AI, blockchain and tokenisation are reshaping digital finance. This symposium brings industry and research perspectives together through Design Science Research.

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When Thursday 24 September 2026
9:45am - 11:45am
Location  NUSpace

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What is the Future of the Humanities? Panel presentation and networking

Join us for a chaired panel discussion exploring the current state, and possible futures, of the humanities in universities.

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When Thursday 8 October 2026
6:00pm - 7:00pm
Location  NUSpace

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Event

Public talk: Anticipation, Hesitation and Disastrous Futures

In this talk, the HESTIA Lab engages with different, often contrasting, ways of how people prepare for and respond to looming disastrous futures.

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When Monday 12 October 2026
12:30pm - 1:30pm
Location  NUSpace

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GFF26: Acropolis Cats and Other Wondrous Animals

Exploring the lives of stray cats in Athens and beyond.

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When Tuesday 27 October 2026
6:30pm - 8:30pm
Location  Tower Cinemas Newcastle | 183 King St, Newcastle NSW 2300

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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.

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When Friday 13 November 2026
2:00pm - 4:00pm
Location  NUSpace

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