News and Events

News

News • 05 Apr 2017

New network creates cross-disciplinary fusion of gender, generation and culture

Gender, Generation and Culture Network is designed to link scholars actively engaged with issues of gender, generation, and culture across the university.

News • 04 Apr 2017

UON researchers represent at Newcastle Writers Festival

UON researchers are playing a central role in this year's Newcastle Writers Festival

News • 03 Apr 2017

Box jellyfish stings warrant an icy reception

A new study at the University of Newcastle has tested the effectiveness of hot water treatment for pain relief of box jellyfish.

News • 03 Apr 2017

Asthma Researcher awarded TSANZ Career Development Fellowship

Dr Adam Collison has been awarded a TSANZ and National Asthma Council Asthma and Airways Career Development Fellowship to explore asthma in pregnancy.

News • 31 Mar 2017

Participants wanted for asthma study

Researchers from the University of Newcastle’s Priority Research Centre for Healthy Lungs are undertaking a study into inflammation in asthma.

News • 31 Mar 2017

Launch of Global Impact Cluster for Energy, Resources, Food and Water

The new Global Impact Cluster is aimed at accelerating innovation to solve global issues

News • 30 Mar 2017

World-first SMS program combats mental health risks among new dads

92 per cent of participating dads found Mood Tracker app successful in improving mental health

News • 29 Mar 2017

Making amends: art on Cockatoo Island

A Fine Art PhD Candidate at the University of Newcastle aims to right the wrongs of history with an exhibition at the former gaol on Cockatoo Island

News • 29 Mar 2017

Respiratory leader awarded TSANZ Fellowship

Professor Phil Hansbro has been awarded the title of Fellow of Thoracic Society of Australia and New Zealand

News • 29 Mar 2017

TSANZ Fellowship awarded to respiratory research leader

Conjoint Professor Peter Wark awarded the title of Fellow of the Thoracic Society of Australia and New Zealand (FThorSoc) for excellence in respiratory health r

News • 29 Mar 2017

Leading respiratory nursing researcher awarded TSANZ Fellowship

Professor Vanessa McDonald is the first and only nurse to have been awarded the title of Fellow of the Thoracic Society of Australia and New Zealand

News • 27 Mar 2017

Breakthrough in asthma research

Researchers at UON have unocvered a link between pregnancy and asthma and childhood asthma

Events

In person

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