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News • 16 Jun 2016
UN flag to fly above City Hall
A United Nations flag will be raised in Civic Park* today to confirm Newcastle as a ‘United Nations City’ and host of the first United Nations Institute for Tra
News • 16 Jun 2016
Clinical trial to study gender riddle in Omega-3 response
HMRI nutrition researchers at the University of Newcastle (UON) have found evidence that women and men respond differently to omega-3 fats
News • 15 Jun 2016
Queen's birthday honours 2016
UON staff, alumni and researchers honoured in 2016 Queen's Birthday Honours.
News • 15 Jun 2016
National Recognition for Passionate Architecture Educator
UON’s Dean of Architecture, Professor Michael Ostwald, has been awarded the Neville Quarry Medal for services to Architectural Education at …
News • 14 Jun 2016
Croatian Ambassador visits UON Robotics Lab
UON recently hosted delegates from Croatia with a visit to the Newcastle Robotics Laboratory. Dr. Damir Kusen (Ambassador of Republic …
News • 09 Jun 2016
Hunter cancer research projects gain $1.65m funding boost
UON researchers have received almost $1.65 million to support four ground-breaking cancer projects, as part of a $39 million funding package
News • 08 Jun 2016
Professor Jenny Gore to present 2016 Radford Lecture
Professor Jenny Gore receives Radford Lecture invitation at this year's Australian Association for Research in Education Conference in Melbourne.
News • 07 Jun 2016
2016 Hunter Innovation Festival
Held from 10-17 June, the 2016 Hunter Innovation Festival features a great range of events.
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.
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.