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Wednesday 15 April 2026
UOW appoints Professor Ana Deletic as Provost
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New project develops smart surfboard fins to help reduce shark attack risk
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Researchers seek participants for innovative Down Syndrome clinical trial
The Illawarra Health and Medical Research Institute (IHMRI) based at the University of Wollongong is currently seeking participants for a clinical study which is looking at the effects of a specific compound on Memory and Cognition in people with Down Syndrome.
Conference addresses challenges ahead for school leaders
Three of Australia’s leading educationalists will spearhead the University of Wollongong's 13th Educational Leadership Conference on Friday 21 February.
Young Bega woman’s plan to teach aided by scholarship
Former Bega High School student and current University of Wollongong Arts student, Hollie Russell, has aspirations of becoming a primary school teacher in her local community.
New study reveals health of Australian sole parent working mothers is suffering
Sole working mums have poorer physical and mental health than partnered working mothers in Australia, a new study has found.
Students from 134 high schools heading UOW’s way
More than 5,400 students from 134 high schools will flock to the University of Wollongong next week (3-7 February) for the annual Discovery Days -- the University's largest undergraduate recruitment event.
Call for caution over handling bats due to risk of deadly virus
Public health warnings about coming into contact with bats should be stepped up to prevent the risk of exposure to a potentially deadly virus, according to a new study.