News and events
News
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News • 28 Oct 2025
Celebrating Earth Science Week: Exploring the Past, Shaping the Future
The College of Engineering, Science and Environment (CESE) hosted a thought-provoking Earth Science Week event, Exploring the Past, Shaping the Future, bringing together students, researchers, and industry professionals to reflect on the critical role Earth Science plays in shaping our world.
News • 30 Sep 2025
Celebrating Research Excellence: Dr Ed Johnson Awarded Prestigious AINSE Grants
Dr Ed Johnson has secured two prestigious awards from the Australian Institute of Nuclear Science and Engineering (AINSE): the Early Career Researcher Grant (ECRG) and the AINSE ANSTO French Embassies (SAAFE) Research Internship.
News • 19 Sep 2025
Scientists breed hope for endangered Littlejohn’s frog
For the first time, scientists have successfully bred the Littlejohn’s tree frog (Litoria littlejohni) in captivity. This marks a major milestone in the conservation of the endangered species.
Events
Upcoming events
Webinar
Cogniti and Statistics Education
In the lead up to our initial Cogniti training session on 02 April, LDTI is pleased to welcome Minh Huynh (AI in Research Training Lead) and Dr Liana Pozzo (School of Life and Environmental Sciences) from the University of Sydney
In person
HunterWiSE Network Event: Belonging in STEM
You're invited to join us for the first HunterWiSE event of 2026. Facilitated by Dr Yemi Penn, this panel discussion will focus on the experiences of culturally and linguistically diverse women in STEM, exploring themes of identity, belonging and opportunity.
Webinar
Master of Construction Management (Professional) Webinar
Join Lecturer and Program Convenor, Cameron Beard to learn all about the Master of Construction Management (Professional) at the University of Newcastle. Ask any program or admission questions and ensure you’re fully prepared for postgraduate study in Trimester 2, 2026.
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.