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News • 30 May 2017
Heart-felt research improving outcomes for cardiac arrest survivors
Research from the University of Newcastle is drawing on the personal stories of cardiac arrest survivors to improve their quality of life.
News • 26 May 2017
Classics researcher awarded inaugural ABR Gender Fellowship
Associate Professor Marguerite Johnson from the School of Humanities and Social Science has been named as the inaugural Australia Book Review 2017 Gender Fellow
News • 26 May 2017
Rural Neighbours in times of change: a two day symposium
The Rural Land Use and Community Research Network brings together local and international scholars working in the area of rural land use.
News • 26 May 2017
A new world in sight: virtual reality to advance human health
Virtual reality set to advance human health through innovative midwifery project at UON.
News • 25 May 2017
Postdoc uncovering the hidden meanings in religious texts
Postdoctoral researcher Ahmad Alqurneh has commenced work withe Centre for Literary and Linguistic Computingon a project related to translations.
News • 25 May 2017
Study using new tools to unlock secrets of immune cells in cancer
An in-depth atlas of the tumour microenvironment has been mapped by an international cancer team involving Hunter researcher Dr Craig Gedye
News • 24 May 2017
UON researchers feature strongly as Alumni Awards finalists
The University of Newcastle (UON) Alumni Awards Finalists have been announced, and we’re thrilled to note a strong range of UON researchers in the field.
News • 23 May 2017
Autism project to help connect families
HMRI/University of Newcastle autism researcher Assoc Professor Alison Lane will aim to customise the ALERT autism intervention to find those children and fa
News • 23 May 2017
$6.3 million boost turns up heat on cold virus remedy
A drug compound being developed in Australia to combat the common cold virus and associated airway infections will be fast-tracked towards clinical trialing aft
News • 23 May 2017
Quit smoking study recruiting participants in regional and remote areas
A new quit smoking study is recruiting participants in regional and remote areas of New South Wales, Australia
News • 22 May 2017
National award honours lifetime commitment to furthering plant science
UON's Emeritus Professor John Patrick has been elected as a Fellow of the Australian Academy of Science.
News • 17 May 2017
Trial looking to spice up the brain benefits of fish oil
A nutritional study at UON will test for the first time whether the spice curcumin, taken in combination with fish oil, can boost blood flow in the brain.
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.