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News • 07 Sep 2016

UON researchers shine in a glittering field of finalists

University of Newcastle researchers in a strong field of finalists at Alumni Awards.

News • 07 Sep 2016

Down to Business: Energy innovation calls for collaborators

As energy demand increases and finite resources are tested, there is increased need to develop energy technologies that efficiently maximise output from sustain

News • 06 Sep 2016

Ovarian Cancer Breakthrough

A team of UON researchers have identified a game-changing ovarian cancer link.

News • 01 Sep 2016

UON researchers scoop reproductive biology awards

Research recognition at Reproductive Biology Conference, The University of Newcastle, Australia

News • 31 Aug 2016

The male reproductive mechanism causing genetic change

A new research finding from the University of Newcastle and HMRI confirms that a healthy lifestyle can influence sperm performance.

News • 25 Aug 2016

Mentoring spot awarded to UON researcher

Akane Kanai has been selected for the 2016 Australian Feminist Studies mentoring program for new academic writers.

News • 25 Aug 2016

International spotlight on engineering breakthrough

UON's engineering researcher, Dr Kim Van Netten, has won the inaugural Australian Falling Walls Lab competition that recognises innovative ideas and research

News • 24 Aug 2016

Study finds fathers are key to girls’ well-being

The world-first DADEE (Dads And Daughters Exercising & Empowered) program run by UON researchers has improved girls’ self-esteem, resilience & physical activity

News • 24 Aug 2016

UON Researcher awarded National Library of Australia Fellowship

Dr Gillian Arrighi has been awarded a prestigious 2017 National Library of Australia Fellowship.

News • 24 Aug 2016

FEDUA's Centre for Social Research and Regional Futures wins tender

A research team led by FEDUA’s Centre for Social Research and Regional Futures successfully tendered for a position on a Govt panel for research services.

News • 22 Aug 2016

Chancellor's Award for Innovation | $10K on Offer

Support for proof of concept and the commercialisation of innovative ideas is the driving force behind an exciting new initiative at the UON

News • 22 Aug 2016

UON welcomes Pro Vice-Chancellor Indigenous Education and Research

uon welcomes pro vice chancellor indigenous education and research

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