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Friday 21 August 2026
Hack the Gong challenge puts Illawarra’s innovators to the test at iAccelerate
Read more about Hack the Gong challenge puts Illawarra’s innovators to the test at iAccelerateWednesday 19 August 2026
Ben Quilty, Guan Wei works among treasures available at UOW Art Auction
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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
UOW expert commentary (6 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
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