The University of Newcastle has been announced an inaugural member of an Australian first, national, cross-university network that will advocate for, and advance digital health, through collaboration and evidence-based research. The Digital Health …
Produced by the University of Newcastle’s FastLab, four digital display structures were recently installed in City Park, Penrith, with the goal of helping women and girls feel safer in public spaces. Digital display structures, the Penrith Pennies The …
The University of Newcastle is pleased to announce Kevin McCarthy’s recent appointment as the new Director of Infrastructure and Facilities Services. University of Newcastle Director of Infrastructure and Facilites, Kevin McCarthy Mr McCarthy, formerly the …
University of Newcastle’s Professor Jenny May, AM, has been appointed Australia’s National Rural Health Commissioner. Announced this morning by Minister for Health and Aged Care Mark Butler, the National Rural Health Commissioner provides health policy …
A University of Newcastle doctor and medical student recently joined a group of Torres Strait Islander doctors on Waiben (Thursday Island) after calls for better access to health. (L-R) Dr Karen Nicholls, Dr Jaqui Hughes and Jade Abernethy during their …
A new study has uncovered the significant role stingrays play in shaping estuaries, revealing threatened stingrays in Brisbane Water may move more than 21,000 tonnes of sand per year. University of Newcastle PhD student Molly Grew, who led the study, said …
Clinical researchers from the John Hunter Hospital, Hunter Medical Research Institute (HMRI) and the University of Newcastle are investigating a way to use Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) in the diagnosis of bladder cancer. While the use of MRIs has …
Hunter respiratory researchers have found a new application for a lung scanning test that was first trialled at John Hunter Hospital in 2017. Professor Peter Gibson of the Hunter Medical Research Institute and University of Newcastle said the test was …
Neurogastroenterologist Distinguished Laureate Professor Nick Talley has been ranked number one in Australia and 171st globally on an international ranking recognising the world’s top scientists in the field of medicine. More than 25,000 scientists across …
The University of Newcastle’s commitment to sustainability and climate action has been recognised as world-class, as the results of the 2024 Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings are released today. With more than 2100 participating institutions …
The University of Newcastle proudly congratulates all Australians who have been recognised in the 2024 King’s Birthday Honours, particularly those who are part of the University’s diverse and esteemed community. Vice-Chancellor, Professor Alex Zelinsky, AO …
New research reveals that the majority of residents across the Hunter and Central Coast are willing to retrain and reskill to fill the future jobs gap as the region transitions to a low-carbon economy. Students at the University of Newcastle's …
Shallow groundwater is projected to warm on average between 2.1 and 3.5 degrees Celsius by the end of the century, according to a world-first global groundwater temperature model. University of Newcastle’s Dr Gabriel Rau has contributed to the development …
The University of Newcastle’s Creative in Residence has been awarded to local playwright, actor and director, Dr Carl Caulfield. Dr Caulfield will use archives and rare books housed in the library’s Special Collections to explore the colonial context of …
Depression is a leading mental health concern in men. Yet, less than half of affected men seek professional help, and when they do, services are often not responsive to their needs. While therapy is effective for treating depression, men are more likely …
The University of Newcastle has officially unveiled technology capable of harvesting up to 1000 litres of drinkable water per day – from air. The Hydro Harvester absorbs water from the atmosphere. Solar energy or waste heat is used to produce hot, humid …
The University of Newcastle delivered strong results in 2023, as outlined in its 2023 Annual Report that was tabled in NSW Parliament today. 2023 was another successful year for our University as we continued to focus on delivering an outstanding student …
Coaches, government agencies, sponsors – even family and friends – are having an influence whether an athlete chooses to dope according to new research from the University of the Sunshine Coast. The researchers found the relationship between athletes, …
Housed at the University’s Newcastle Institute for Energy and Resources (NIER), the Trailblazer for Recycling and Clean Energy (TRaCE) program is moving innovative technologies out of the lab and into global manufacturing. Photo taken at NIER labs of Chris …
The Australian Society for Medical Research (ASMR) has announced Professor Matt Dun from the University of Newcastle and Hunter Medical Research Institute as the recipient of the esteemed 2024 ASMR Medallist award. Professor Matt Dun Professor Dun’s …
