News and Events

News

News • 29 Jan 2018

UON salutes Australia Day honours recipients

The University congratulates and celebrates all Australians, in particular members of the UON community, named in the 2018 Australia Day honours.

News • 29 Jan 2018

Global analysis reveals how sharks travel the oceans to find food

A UON researcher is part of a major international collaboration that has revealed greater insight into the feeding habits of the world’s shark population.

News • 26 Jan 2018

Laureate Professor Nicholas Talley awarded Companion of the Order of Australia

Professor Talley’s award is the 10th Companion in the Order of Australia awarded to a UON recipient.

News • 25 Jan 2018

End of life conversations imperative to inform care

New research shoes only seven per cent of cancer patients having key conversation around end of life care with their doctor

News • 25 Jan 2018

Australia Day award honours outstanding women in research

Three exceptional UON researchers have been recognised as inspiring leaders with an Australia Day Honour from the National Women's Council of NSW

News • 19 Jan 2018

Funding to advance acute stroke therapies

Professor Chris Levi will be able to continue vital research into stroke treatment therapies after receiving funding from the Medical Research Future Fund.

News • 15 Jan 2018

International economics conference shines spotlight on Newcastle

UON's city campus continues to attract worldwide attention, with the 14th Western Economic Association International conference held at NeW Space last week

News • 12 Jan 2018

Property guardianship and the 21st century city

Dr Cathy Smith has been honoured with a prestigious Harvard University Graduate School of Design (GSD) 2018 Richard Rogers Fellowship

News • 09 Jan 2018

Academic secures coveted Fellowship at the University of Cambridge

University of Newcastle mathematician, Dr Mike Meylan, will undertake a prestigious Clare Hall Visiting Fellowship at the University of Cambridge this year.

News • 15 Dec 2017

Prof Nicholas Talley crowned Australia’s top researcher

Professor Nicholas Talley, UON’s Pro Vice-Chancellor, Global Research is Australia’s most cited academic, a new report from Google Scholar confirms.

News • 14 Dec 2017

New technology to enhance nutrition assessment

Researchers from the University of Newcastle have received a grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation to develop a new method of nutrition assessment.

News • 14 Dec 2017

Research honoured for advancing Indigenous education

Professor John Lester from the University of Newcastle has received the Ray Debus Award for Doctoral Research in Education.

Events

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The Pivot Showcase

Hear the real stories behind the startups that changed direction and came out stronger.

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When Tuesday 21 July 2026
4:00pm - 6:00pm
Duration 2 hours
Location  I2N Hub Honeysuckle

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2026 HDR Student Festival

Higher Degree by Research students are making breakthrough discoveries and solving the world’s most formidable problems. The HDR Student Festival will feature a range of conference-style activities, as well as University-wide events to showcase the excellence and innovation of our

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When Monday 3 August 2026
9:00am - 7:00pm
Location  Callaghan, City Campus and Central Coast

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Three Minute Thesis Finals

The 3MT competition final is always a highlight of the HDR calendar. We are delighted that this year our finalists will again be presenting their research in front of a live audience. Come along and be dazzled by the creative

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When Thursday 6 August 2026
5:00pm - 7:00pm
Duration 2 hours
Location  Bar on the Hill

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Looking Ahead Lecture with Professor Lisa Harvey-Smith

Celebrate National Science Week 2026 by joining astrophysicist Professor Lisa-Harvey Smith for a fascinating journey through the wonders of the universe, exploring the latest discoveries in astronomy, space exploration and the mysteries that continue to shape our understanding of the

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When Monday 17 August 2026
5:30pm - 7:30pm
Duration 2 hours
Location  The Conservatorium

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From Research to Region | National Science Week

This National Science week, see how STEM research is driving local impact on the Central Coast. Our special edition of the From Research to Region seminar series highlights how University of Newcastle research spanning construction, food science and environmental conservation

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When Thursday 20 August 2026
6:00pm - 7:30pm
Duration 2 hours
Location  Gosford Central

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STEM Messages Matter | National Science Week

Clarity and cut-through in science communication We work in a crowded and fast-moving information landscape. In this environment, STEM communicators are increasingly challenged to ensure their messages are heard, understood, and trusted. Join us for a panel discussion exploring the

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When Friday 21 August 2026
10:00am - 11:30am