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Friday 23 January 2026
Three UOW teams secure $1.08m to turn research into real world outcomes
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UOW achieves strong global results in THE Subject Rankings 2026
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Health and Medicine
Study probes effects of missing persons to help those left behind
Researchers at the University of Wollongong (UOW) are seeking participants to help them explore the emotional processes people go through when a loved one goes missing.
Health and Medicine
Landmark study tests whether omega-3s can reduce aggression in prisons
Researchers to test whether omega-3s can reduce aggressive behaviour in Australian prisoners.
Health and Medicine
Drug and alcohol expert chosen for special UN General Assembly
Psychologist campaigns for worldwide focus on treatment rather than incarceration for drug users.
Health and Medicine
We need quality treatment – not just quantity – to address the drug issue
There is a need to increase drug treatment programs but they must be affordable for addicts and their families, writes Dr Lynne Magor-Blatch.
Health and Medicine
Organised sports support positive mental health
The University of Wollongong (UOW) researcher who found that children who drop out of organised sports have a far greater risk of mental health problems will present the next ‘Uni in the Brewery’ on Wednesday, 18 November.
Health and Medicine
World-first study investigates the effect of mobile phone emissions on kids’ sleep
Study investigates the effects of mobile phone emissions on the sleeping patterns of kids and teens.