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Friday 6 November 2026
New partnership to bring Australian-first brain health assessments to veterans
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How self-powered life jackets could turn wave motion into an emergency signal
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Health and Medicine, Science and Technology
What is a p‑value? An expert explains the most misunderstood number in science
Careers, publications and the credibility of entire fields hinge on a single number that even some scientists misunderstand or find hard to explain.
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Environment and Energy, Research, Science and Technology
This rare Australian wattle is on the brink of extinction: new research
A rare South Australian wattle has been confirmed as a genetically distinct species but new research shows it has lost 98% of its population since 1830.
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Environment and Energy, Science and Technology
World-first global assessment maps PFAS pollution in whales and dolphins
Toothed whales serve as early warning sign of how forever chemicals have infiltrated our oceans
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Environment and Energy, Research, Science and Technology
The perks of polyandry: mating with multiple males leads to home improvement
New research into African tree frogs reveals increased number of mates improves nest quality and survival rate of offspring
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Community, Education
New report outlines plan to address student financial hardship
UOW-led study highlights financial pressures and practical steps to improve support and make higher education more inclusive
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Community, Research, Science and Technology
New project develops smart surfboard fins to help reduce shark attack risk
UOW's Surf Flex Lab will contribute to the design, manufacturing and real-life testing of new shark deterrent technology for surfers