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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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Science and Technology
Female engineers breaking the mould
UOW’s female engineers are making a world of difference and breaking down gender stereotypes.
Education
Latest world rankings strengthen UOW research credentials and global standing
UOW's research credentials and standing among the top two per cent of world universities have been further strengthened by the release of the latest Academic Rankings of World Universities.
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.
Science and Technology
Low-cost MRI system puts health care in reach for vulnerable communities
A low-cost and easy-to-operate MRI system could help save millions of lives in developing countries.
Health and Medicine
Students’ chance to compete in new $7,000 National Dementia Essay Competition
Australia’s first National Dementia Essay Competition will be launched in September during Dementia Awareness Month, with more than $7,000 in prizes on offer, to encourage more university students to consider dementia care as a career choice.
Education
Thousands see how to learn, live and play at UOW open day
More than 7,000 visitors from across NSW and the ACT will descend on Wollongong this Saturday (15 August) to experience university life at the annual UOW Open Day.