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School of Science

School of Science

About us

The School of Science brings together the dynamic fields of chemistry, molecular bioscience, earth, atmospheric, and life sciences. Supported by world-class research and teaching facilities, UOW offers leading programs across these disciplines.

Our focus on practical skills development, led by dedicated academic staff, ensures graduates are prepared to address global challenges in energy, climate, environment, and health.

Our research

Our research drives innovation and advances science in critical areas such as clean water, renewable energy, health, and environmental sustainability. We foster a collaborative, interdisciplinary environment, with strong industry collaborations to translate scientific discoveries into real-world solutions. 

Environmental Futures

Molecular Horizons

Facilities and laboratories

Latest news and thought leadership

Environment and Energy, Research

Friendship is magic: male dolphins with close friends age more slowly

Like friendship itself, the slower ageing is more than just skin deep.
Research, Science and Technology

Severe drought linked to the decline of the hobbits 61,000 years ago

New study links climate stress to the disappearance of early human species Homo floresiensis, the 'hobbits' of Flores
Environment and Energy, Research

Temperatures in a patch of Antarctic moss can vary as much as an entire mountain range

The moss beds in Antarctica are like miniature forests – they create their own climate.

Allan Sefton Memorial Lecture

The Allan Sefton Memorial Lecture and Prize honours the late Allan Sefton, a respected Illawarra naturalist and environmental conservationist. The annual event celebrates his legacy, with a prize awarded from the Allan Sefton Fund to the top Bachelor of Environmental Science (Honours) graduate at UOW.

Find out more about the annual lecture

Questions?

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