We showcase the impact of UOW students, teaching, research, and graduates on the world. Our mission is to share inspiring stories that educate and motivate, highlighting the transformative power of education in addressing global challenges.
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Alumni
Addressing the mega challenges in a changing world
UOW has formed strong international and domestic institutional research collaborations to tackle serious issues impacting our global population, according to Professor Paul Wellings CBE, Vice-Chancellor.
Environment and Energy, Law, Politics and Society
Dealing with Disasters with Diversity in mind
When disaster strikes, Dr Christine Eriksen doesn’t just see a city or community at the mercy of nature. She sees a diverse population trying to survive, and a complex network of services trying to save lives and get people back on their feet.
Business and Economy, Science and Technology
Keeping future technology secure
With the world of data protection rights, cryptocurrency, and blockchain technology thrust into the media limelight over the last couple of years, and the world’s increasing reliance on technology driving many aspects of our personal and professional lives, the University of Wollongong’s Institute of Cybersecurity and Cryptology has never been in higher demand.
Arts and Culture
The future of media consumption
“The Future Of…” series asks a variety of UOW experts and researchers the same five questions, to provide insight into the potential future states of our lives, communities and world.
Environment and Energy
July: Future Of: Investigating Climate
Associate Professor Tim Cohen is a geomorphologist and Quaternary scientist in the School of Earth, Atmospheric and Life Sciences (SEALS) at UOW. He researches landscapes, their evolution and past climates. He is the Theme leader for Climate in the ARC Centre of Excellence for Australian Biodiversity and Heritage (CABAH), and the recipient of an ARC Future Fellowship.
Arts and Culture, Environment and Energy
PhD Stories Vanessa Cavanagh
The University of Wollongong (UOW) has so many high achieving PhD students, working towards solving real world problems. Each month we will meet one and hear their story,