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News • 27 Mar 2017
Sawfish exposed as the ultimate stealth hunter
UON research findings likely to have a significant impact on the future survival of the critically endangered sawfish.
News • 27 Mar 2017
Study strikes a nerve with the spread of cancer
Parallels between tissue regeneration, nerve growth and tumour development, research finds.
News • 22 Mar 2017
Walking through the history of Newcastle's Women
University of Newcastle researchers have uncovered fascinating historical stories highlighting how key female personalities have shaped Newcastle’s history.
News • 21 Mar 2017
Newcastle welcomes global leader in innovation and engagement
Dr Sarah Pearson joins UON as inaugural Pro Vice-Chancellor Industry Engagement and Innovation.
News • 20 Mar 2017
Five-pronged approach to diabetes and heart disease
Nutrition researchers at the University of Newcastle have five new clinical trials under recruitment, aiming to combat type 2 diabetes and heart disease
News • 17 Mar 2017
Foot Pressure Study
Researchers from the University of Newcastle (UON) Podiatry Department are looking for volunteers to take part in a clinical trial.
News • 16 Mar 2017
Cross-faculty collaboration builds stronger communities
Teams of researchers across Construction Management and Social Work at UON have come together to team up for interdisciplinary research that’s making an impact
News • 14 Mar 2017
Can a good night’s sleep be secret to diabetes prevention?
A new project from UON and HMRI is hoping to unlock whether sleep is the missing link in long-term, healthy weight loss.
News • 13 Mar 2017
UON’s early career researchers awarded
24 UON researchers named as recipients of Research Advantage Early Career Researcher Scholarships
News • 10 Mar 2017
Leading Shakespeare Scholar wows audience in public lecture
The Centre for 21st Century Humanities had the privilege of hosting Merton Professor Lorna Hutson recently.
News • 09 Mar 2017
A voice for gender equity
Dr Nikola Bowden has been appointed to the NHMRC Women in Health Science working committee
News • 08 Mar 2017
UON subjects ranked in world’s top 100
2017 QS World University Subject Rankings identify University of Newcastle subjects among world’s best
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'.
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.