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News • 06 Jun 2016
Brain cancer clinical trial breakthrough
Researchers have had a breakthrough in brain cancer treatment.
News • 01 Jun 2016
Trial to test electronic cigarettes as smoking cessation aids
Electronic cigarettes containing nicotine will be trialled by University of Newcastle (UON) researchers in a Victorian pilot study aimed at helping drug and alc
News • 30 May 2016
More to do before medicinal cannabis rollout
University of Newcastle's Professor Jennifer Martin outlines need for medical marijuana trials.
News • 17 May 2016
UON students animate another quirky clip
University of Newcastle students have hand-animated a video clip featuring OITNB star Matt McGorry.
News • 17 May 2016
$1.5 million federal grant secures Indigenous health centre’s future
The Federal Government has provided a crucial $1.5 million grant to the University of Newcastle’s Gomeroi gaaynggal health centre at Tamworth and Walgett
News • 15 May 2016
World first microscope innovation
Helium atom microscope opens new window into scientific world
News • 13 May 2016
Wanted: Participants for Employment Activation Study
Participants wanted for Employment Activation Study. We are seeking participants for a research project on jobseeker experiences in contemporary Australia.
News • 13 May 2016
Mathematical Modelling Driving Research into Premature Birth
mathematical modelling driving research into premature birth
News • 13 May 2016
Keeping track of the flu keeps the nation on track
An online flu tracking project is keeping track of flu outbreaks in Australia.
News • 11 May 2016
Bees could provide an answer to Human-Elephant Conflict
bees could provide an answer to human elephant conflict
News • 11 May 2016
Ice cores help reconstruct Hunter weather for last 1000 years
Researchers have used data from 1000 year old ice cores to assess Australia's drought risk.
News • 09 May 2016
Health Check: how to get off the couch and into exercise
Dr Jordan Smith provides tips on how to get active.
Events
Webinar
New oral history resources and training
For those interested in oral history methodology and practice, there are two new resources available.
In person
Communicating your Unique Edge - A HunterWiSE Network Event
Join us for this practical, interactive workshop designed to help you define your unique edge - and communicate it with confidence at work.
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