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News • 23 Sep 2016
National Research Administrator Day at UON
Teams of research administrators working across Research and Innovation at the University of Newcastle were honoured for their hard-work and enthusiasm at a mor
News • 23 Sep 2016
Margaret Olley Postgraduate Scholarship Winner
The winner of the 2016 scholarship is Penny Dunstan, a Fine Arts PhD student whose interest is in the recovery of ecosystems throughout the rehabilitation of mi
News • 22 Sep 2016
NIER engineering project awarded for excellence
The Newcastle Institute for Energy and Resources (NIER) received accolades at the Engineers Australia Excellence Awards on Friday September 16.
News • 22 Sep 2016
UON teams to accelerate their research into practice
Three University Of Newcastle teams will successfully test their research and ideas with the CSIRO’s On Prime pre-accelerator program.
News • 19 Sep 2016
Electrical engineering alumnus awarded prestigious scholarship
Olsen Garland will travel to London to study an MBA at London Business School.
News • 16 Sep 2016
Research draws link between infertility and mobile phones
Research draws link between infertility and mobile phones. Highlighting the potential danger of storing a mobile phone near male genitalia
News • 16 Sep 2016
Call for Papers: Australian Historical Association Annual Conference 2017
The AHA is pleased to invite abstracts for panel sessions and individual papers for its annual conference at the University of Newcastle.
News • 09 Sep 2016
Vitamin D shines in review of asthma management
Vitamin D shines in review of asthma management
News • 08 Sep 2016
Business and Law research on display
Staff and HDR students work was celebrated at a showcase at the University of Newcastle.
News • 08 Sep 2016
Dr Amy Maguire finalist in Women in Law Awards
University of Newcastle academic Dr Amy Maguire is a finalist in the academic category.
News • 08 Sep 2016
$4.2 million research centre for sustainable clean energy technologies
A $4.2 million research centre to be based at the University of Newcastle.
News • 07 Sep 2016
Gender equity at conferences
UON's Professor Erica Wanless features in the report of a groundbreaking conference.
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'.
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
In person
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
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.