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Tuesday 14 April 2026
New project develops smart surfboard fins to help reduce shark attack risk
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Community, Health and Medicine
Healthcare traineeship program offers 45 paid places across south-eastern NSW
UOW aged care training for Bega Valley, Eurobodalla and Snowy Monaro widens to include disability and Indigenous healthcare
Health and Medicine
Study explores role of diet, exercise and oral microbiome in multiple sclerosis
Dr Olivia Wills secures MS Australia grant to investigate whether lifestyle-based weight loss alters mouth bacteria and improves health outcomes
Health and Medicine, Research, Science and Technology
Three UOW teams secure $1.08m to turn research into real world outcomes
The funding supports commercial pathways for university innovation in health, disability and cyber security
Health and Medicine
How social media ‘experts’ are shaping young adults’ food choices
Study reveals many social media users rely on health tips from unqualified content creators, overshadowing evidence-based information
Health and Medicine
Additional medical school places to help tackle GP shortage
The funding will enable more students to study medicine at UOW and become doctors for under-served communities
Education, Research
Student mental health support: What role should teachers play?
Study highlights need for clearer guidance, resources and training as schools step up to meet growing mental health demands