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News • 21 Jul 2017
Challenging perceptions of disaster through film
Dr Jason von Meding has been busy filming DEVIATE: a documentary telling the stories of marginalised people worldwide that are most affected by disasters
News • 19 Jul 2017
Open flames and real tools deter our toddlers from risky business
UON research finds exposing toddlers to ‘risky play’ can increase their safety awareness.
News • 18 Jul 2017
Engineering a response to climate change
A team of UON Researchers (PhD candidate Salman Hafeez, AP Steven Weller, and AP Christopher Kellett) has won the 2017 IFAC Foundation award
News • 18 Jul 2017
Humanities workshop kicks off design start-up
A Humanities Startup Workshop has assisted in the creation of a design service and research studio within the School of Creative Industries.
News • 13 Jul 2017
Stomaching the change to our understanding of IBS
Researchers from the University of Newcastle (UON) are reframing the global understanding and treatment pathways for Irritable Bowel Syndrome
News • 05 Jul 2017
Mapping the massacres of Australia’s colonial frontier
UON researchers have created an online digital map documenting more than 150 Aboriginal massacres that occurred during the spread of pastoral settlement.
News • 04 Jul 2017
Magic in Melbourne
University of Newcastle researcher, Professor Marguerite Johnson has been invited to give a public lecture in Melbourne.
News • 29 Jun 2017
New app-roach to carbs for pregnant women
A University of Newcastle nutrition study is aiming to help pregnant women beat confusion related to how much carbohydrate they should eat.
News • 28 Jun 2017
Historian awarded for scholarly work on Armenian Genocide
Historian Hans Lukas Kieser awarded President of Armenia Prize for scholarly work on the Armenian Genocide
News • 22 Jun 2017
Rural Land Use and Community Research Network
the Rural Land Use and Community Research Network has been strengthened by Faculty funding.
News • 22 Jun 2017
Volunteers wanted to try a new treatment for asthma
The Prevenar study is testing whether Pneumonia vaccine can reduce airway inflammation and improve daily asthma symptoms.
News • 16 Jun 2017
Horse riding and rhythm-and-music helping stroke recovery
Stroke survivors’ perception of recovery, gait, balance, grip strength and cognition can improve, Professor Michael Nilsson explains.
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
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