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News • 14 Nov 2016

Veterans mental health program receives grant

University of Newcastle (UON) researchers from the Centre for Resources Health and Safety (CRHS) have been successful in receiving a …

News • 11 Nov 2016

Public health pioneer honoured on $3.6m HMRI Awards night

Professor John Wiggers, A/Prof Jodie Simpson and Dr Andrew Bivard awarded for their research excellence.

News • 11 Nov 2016

A shift in perspective: Australia found to tilt and gyrate with the weather

World-first discovery shows Australia tilts and shifts in response to Europe's weather.

News • 09 Nov 2016

Cracks exist in Australia’s drought management

UON's Dr Anthony Kiem has brought to light the unique danger of drought in Australia if we rely solely on the patterns observed in the instrumental record.

News • 04 Nov 2016

Unlikely urban frog discovery surprises scientists

A UON biologist has made the incredible discovery of a new frog species nearby Newcastle Airport, Australia.

News • 04 Nov 2016

Culinary Creations Showcased at 2016 New Food Product Development Expo

culinary creations showcased at 2016 new food product development expo

News • 03 Nov 2016

Gender Equity PhD Opportunity

UON is part of the Athena SWAN charter and is offering a full-scholarship to advance gender equity.

News • 01 Nov 2016

Australian Research Council Funding Success

15 UON projects have been awarded over $5.7 million in ARC funding for Discovery Projects, Future Fellowships and Discovery Early Career Researcher Awards.

News • 01 Nov 2016

UON attracts over $5.7 million in ARC funding to support future research

Including a prestigious ARC Future Fellowship for $930,000 awarded to Associate Professor Sarah Wright.

News • 28 Oct 2016

Virtual reality to help assess neck pain

UON researchers will tap into virtual reality technology to better understand neck pain and are calling for participants in a new study.

News • 28 Oct 2016

Heart Health Study recruiting people with Type 2 Diabetes

UON researchers are looking for study participants with type 2 diabetes to take part in a currcumin and/or omega-3 fats trial

News • 28 Oct 2016

Collaborative space Three76 throws open its doors to innovation

A brand new innovation space run by UON will officially open its doors to welcome its first clients this week, marking an exciting step for the Hunter.

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

Event

Circular Economy Grand Challenge - Information Session

Are you up for the Challenge? Help minimise waste and maximise resource efficiency!

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When Thursday 2 April 2026
Location  Online

In person

Works in Practice

A new research collective at the University of Newcastle that aims to foster a supportive and collaborative community of practice.

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When Friday 10 April 2026
2:00pm - 4:30pm
Location  Room X401, Level 4 NUSpace | Auckland Street, Newcastle, NSW 2300

In person

Student to Startup

Three Newcastle student founders share the unfiltered reality of building a startup while studying.

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When Tuesday 14 April 2026
4:00pm - 6:00pm
Location  I2N Hub, Honeysuckle

In person

Launch: Quiet Protest: A New History of Activism during the Vietnam War

The Vietnam War sparked the largest public demonstrations Australia had ever seen. You're invited to the launch of Quiet Protest - A New History of Activism during the Vietnam War.

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When Saturday 9 May 2026
5:00pm - 6:30pm
Location  Watt Space Gallery | 20 Auckland Street, Newcastle NSW 2300