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News • 14 Feb 2017
Plankton species at risk from climate change
Study reveals rising sea temperatures are threatening the basis of the oceanic food chain
News • 13 Feb 2017
Fulbright Indigenous Scholarship for UON researcher
Dr Stephanie Gilbert is set to put an international perspective on her research after she was awarded a prestigious Fulbright Scholarship
News • 13 Feb 2017
UON researcher awarded Fulbright Professional Scholarship
Associate Professor Peter Stanwell has been awarded a Fulbright Professional Scholarship
News • 13 Feb 2017
UON Fulbright Scholarship Success
Two UON researchers will be awarded prestigious Australian-American Fulbright Scholarships in March.
News • 06 Feb 2017
UON research boosted by NHMRC
Almost $2 million has been awarded to UON to support four new research projects, as part of the NHMRC’s funding outcomes
News • 06 Feb 2017
UON researchers recognised for community work
Three of UON’s RHD students have received awards for their achievements as part of the Celebrate Being an Australian Australia Day Luncheon
News • 06 Feb 2017
High-flow oxygen boost for bronchiolitis treatment
A study conducted at the John Hunter Children’s Hospital has found that the use of a new oxygen treatment, so-called high-flow oxygen therapy, can support more
News • 01 Feb 2017
Fathers often overlooked in children’s obesity prevention programs
Study finds dads often absent from studies that test best ways to treat obesity in children.
News • 25 Jan 2017
Funding to help athletes rebound from injury
A new study investigating hamstring and adductor muscle strain injuries is set to improve injury prevention and rehabilitation strategies for athletes.
News • 25 Jan 2017
UON to play a leadership role in the Science20 for G20 Summit 2017
Laureate Professor Nick Talley will represent Australia in the planning and writing of an international submission on improving global health.
News • 12 Jan 2017
Help Make Sense of Eating Disorders
Researchers at the University of Newcastle (UON) are investigating how people with history of an eating disorder experience sensory information
News • 05 Jan 2017
Local support for global research
Twenty UON Global Scholarships will support students through four-year’s tuition fees, a 3.5 years living allowance, an establishment allowance
Events
Event
2026 Karen Thrift Prize for Poetry
The University of Newcastle School of Humanities, Creative Industries and Social Sciences is happy to announce that applications for the Karen Thrift Prize for Poetry for 2026 is now open.
In person
Health/Care Professions and Practices: Exploring Past, Present and Place
A free symposium for researchers, practitioners, students and community members.
In person
Orange to Blue Skies Film Screening
Join us for a screening followed by a Q&A and conversation with a panel of young people from the Hunter Valley.
In person
On Every Corner
Join us as we celebrate the graduating class of Visual Communication Design.
Event
Looking Ahead Asia-Pacific Lecture with Peter Varghese AO
Join Peter Varghese AO for a thought-provoking exploration of the forces shaping the future of the Asia-Pacific. Drawing on decades of experience in diplomacy and international affairs, Peter will examine the geopolitical, economic and strategic trends influencing our region and
In person
Works In Practice Muster 4
A new research collective at the University of Newcastle that aims to foster a supportive and collaborative community of practice.
Event
NSW FLIP Showcase
From Armidale to Sydney, meet the women founders of NSW FLIP as they share what they’ve built in nine weeks.
In person
The Merv and Janet Copley Symposium
Showcasing some of the vital research that has resulted from the bequest and archival collection from across the University of Newcastle.
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.