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News • 07 Nov 2018
Inaugural Women in STEMM Chair announced
Professor Billie Bonevski announced inaugural Women in STEMM Chair
News • 07 Nov 2018
Heart failure researcher named 2018 rising star
Associate Professor Aaron Sverdlov has been recognised with the 2018 Ministerial Award for Rising Stars in Cardiovascular Research.
News • 30 Oct 2018
Neurogastroenterologist named NSW Scientist of the Year
Eminent University of Newcastle biomedical scientist and global authority on functional gut disorders, Laureate Professor Nicholas Talley, AC, is the 2018 NSW Scientist of the Year, announced tonight at the NSW Premier’s Prizes for Science and Engineering at Government House, Sydney.
News • 30 Oct 2018
Oral health students test their nerve in the virtual world
The dentist’s chair may soon be less daunting, with a ground-breaking simulation from the University of Newcastle providing Oral Health Therapy students a unique opportunity to practice administering dental injections in a virtual environment before they enter the patient clinic.
News • 26 Oct 2018
Big hopes for small technologies to create global solutions
Global nanotechnology experts, who use innovation in materials science to develop advanced technologies and solutions for the energy, environment and …
News • 24 Oct 2018
The sickening truth about virtual reality
A new study has found that cybersickness, caused by exposure to virtual reality (VR), is the same clinical condition as classic motion sickness.
News • 22 Oct 2018
Virtual reality project brings the opulent Victoria Theatre back to life
This news story details how researchers have used virtual reality to bring the old Victoria Theatre in Newcastle back to life.
News • 17 Oct 2018
MyUON enabling easier access
Launched earlier this year, the myUON Student platform offers a portable gateway to the most commonly used systems and information sources important to students.
News • 16 Oct 2018
Grandmothers deserve more recognition for caring
Grandmothers deserve more recognition for their role as caregivers and some are at risk of being overburdened, according to a report from the Australian Longitudinal Study on Women’s Health.
News • 16 Oct 2018
Children's charity building on $2m foundation
There will be cheers, happy tears, canapés and cake when the Hunter Children’s Research Foundation (HCRF) holds its 2018 Awards Night on Thursday, 18 October, presenting $75,000 in new grant funding while announcing its latest ‘CARE’ research excellence winners.
News • 16 Oct 2018
Tsunami threat to Sydney intensifies need for increased awareness
Whirlpools at the Spit, inundation of Manly Corso and major disruptions are possible impacts revealed in a first-of-its-kind study into the tsunami threat to all of Sydney Harbour.
News • 13 Oct 2018
VR key to increasing resilience in Australian troops
UON researchers have secured $2.2 million to develop enhanced resilience training through the use of VR technology
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.