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News • 28 Aug 2017

A refreshing way to get more activity and better sleep

In the REFRESH Study, Associate Professor Mitch Duncan and his team from the Hunter Medical Research Institute’s Cardiovascular Program are investigating whethe

News • 28 Aug 2017

Researchers to explore disaster resilience and safe building codes

A team of UON researchers will look to explore the opportunities and challenges of compliance to safe building codes in assuring resilience in the face of disas

News • 25 Aug 2017

UON researcher awarded inaugural scholarship

Dr Cathy Smith from UON’s School of Architecture and Built Environment has been awarded the inaugural Turnbull Foundation Women in Built Environment Scholarship

News • 25 Aug 2017

New technology could harness carbon dioxide emissions

Technology developed and now showcased in Australia could use carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions as a resource and transform them into building products.

News • 24 Aug 2017

A catalyst for creating virtual memories

The IT Innovation Team at UON have teamed up with ABC’s Catalyst show, to create a digital avatar of a real person.

News • 23 Aug 2017

Global collaborations receive funding

Two UON researchers will have their work funded thanks to the Global Connections Fund, which provides initial funding support to promote Australian researchers

News • 22 Aug 2017

UON Central Coast research boosted with strategic grants

Six UON research teams will accelerate their research thanks to Central Coast specific research grants.

News • 21 Aug 2017

No smoker left behind: helping all Australians quit

UON researchers are calling for better resources to aid all Australians to quit smoking, with particular focus on population subgroups at greater risk.

News • 21 Aug 2017

New approach for diagnosing and treating coeliac disease

A review article led by the University of Newcastle (UON) has revealed a recommended approach for the diagnosis and management of coeliac disease in Australia.

News • 18 Aug 2017

Nuclear imaging trial aiming to clear up airway diagnosis

Hunter respiratory researchers are turning to nuclear medicine for a more advanced approach to phenotyping chronic diseases like asthma and chronic obstructive

News • 17 Aug 2017

Outstanding young scientific mind recognised

The significant work of a University of Newcastle (UON) researcher has been recognised at the prestigious 2017 NSW Young Tall Poppy awards

News • 16 Aug 2017

UON students marked as entrepreneurial trailblazers

Seven students from the University of Newcastle are set to pioneer the future of innovation as they undertake studies at the Sydney School of Entrepreneurship

Events

Webinar

New oral history resources and training

For those interested in oral history methodology and practice, there are two new resources available.

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When Tuesday 17 March 2026
2:20pm - 2:20pm
Location  Online

In person

Communicating your Unique Edge - A HunterWiSE Network Event

Join us for this practical, interactive workshop designed to help you define your unique edge - and communicate it with confidence at work.

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When Thursday 21 May 2026
8:00am - 9:30am
Location  Q Building, Honeysuckle Drive, Newcastle

In person

Founders Unfiltered

Not every entrepreneurial moment makes it to the highlight reel.

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When Thursday 28 May 2026
5:00pm - 7:00pm
Duration 2 hours
Location  I2N Hub, Honeysuckle