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News • 27 Oct 2017
Australia-Germany links forged through new Research Grants
Two UON research projects have been successfully awarded funding through the 2017 Australia-Germany Joint Research Cooperation Scheme.
News • 25 Oct 2017
UON researcher awarded for outstanding mentorship
Professor Amanda Baker has received the inaugural Outstanding Academic Mentor Award from the Australian Psychological Society (APS)
News • 25 Oct 2017
Emissions reduction technology enters new phase
UON has unveiled a world-first demonstration facility to test new technology that captures methane emissions from underground coal mine operations.
News • 23 Oct 2017
State leaders in science and engineering announced
Two outstanding University of Newcastle (UON) researchers have been named recipients of the prestigious 2017 Premier’s Prizes for Science and Engineering.
News • 20 Oct 2017
Prestigious accolade for Hunter asthma leader
Hunter respiratory research leader Professor Peter Gibson has been elected as a Fellow of the Australian Academy of Health and Medical Sciences (AAHMS)
News • 16 Oct 2017
$1.3m in NSW Govt grants available for academics and universities
The NSW Government has $1.3m in grants available to fund projects aimed at making local communities more inclusive of the needs of older people.
News • 11 Oct 2017
Research commitment awarded by ARMS
Three UON staff have had their commitment to researchers recognised by the Australasian Research Management Society (ARMS).
News • 11 Oct 2017
New exhibition curated by PhD candidate
A new exhibition opening at The Lock-Up explores the ways contemporary Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists are responding to th
News • 11 Oct 2017
UON researchers shine in 2017 NHMRC funding
University of Newcastle researchers have secured more than $6 million in the latest round of National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) funding
News • 09 Oct 2017
UON students among first cohort of entrepreneurial trailblazers
Six UON students are amongst the first cohort of 40 budding entrepreneurs to complete The Navigator unit at the Sydney School of Entrepreneurship
News • 06 Oct 2017
Software success for UoN’s Early Modern Women Research Network
A UON Research Network has been asked to share their digital archive software with leading Renaissance literature academics at Northwestern University, USA
News • 04 Oct 2017
Laureate Professorship honours quality teaching
In a significant acknowledgement of career achievement, the University of Newcastle has named Professor Jennifer Gore its first female Laureate Professor
Events
Exhibition
Finding home: life outside institutions
Exhibiting the stories of those who attended and left mental hospitals between 1900 to 1960 to better understand mental health care in the community before new ideas about 'community psychiatry'.
In person
The Pivot Showcase
Hear the real stories behind the startups that changed direction and came out stronger.
Event
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
In person
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
Event
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
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.