Media Centre
Monday 20 April 2026
More than 3,500 students to graduate at UOW Autumn ceremonies
Read more about More than 3,500 students to graduate at UOW Autumn ceremoniesFriday 24 April 2026
Light-based gravity sensing could improve groundwater, climate and underground monitoring
Read more about Light-based gravity sensing could improve groundwater, climate and underground monitoringArticles
UOW expert commentary (4 March)
UOW academics provide expert commentary, opinion and analysis on a range of ongoing and breaking news stories
Research
We discovered a ‘gentle touch’ molecule is essential for light tactile sensation in humans – and perhaps in individual cells
Our bodies have a dedicated channel for sensing only the very lightest of touches
UOW expert commentary (20 February)
UOW academics provide expert commentary, opinion and analysis on a range of ongoing and breaking news stories
Research
Dr Xiao Liu awarded fellowship for ground-breaking research into facial reconstruction methods for cancer patients
Research to help transform rehabilitation for head and neck cancer patients
UOW expert commentary (6 February)
UOW academics provide expert commentary, opinion and analysis on a range of ongoing and breaking news stories
Community, Health and Medicine
UOW program to improve palliative care outcomes for residents in aged care wins Future of Ageing Award
Palliative Aged Care Outcomes Program recognised for leadership and innovation