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Law student recognised for commitment to social justice
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Ian Henderson appointed Executive Dean of Science, Medicine and Health
Read more about Ian Henderson appointed Executive Dean of Science, Medicine and HealthArticles
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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
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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.
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Research, Science and Technology
Scientists solve the mystery of how ancient peatlands spread after Ice Age
Significant shifts in wind patterns increased global carbon stores and could hold the key to understanding today’s changing climate
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Environment and Energy, Health and Medicine, Research
Study brings science of bushfire smoke to the frontline of firefighting
Review responds to firefighters’ safety concerns, highlighting smoke complexity, skin absorption and protective equipment
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UOW expert commentary (16 September)
UOW academics provide expert commentary, opinion and analysis on a range of ongoing and breaking news stories
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Environment and Energy, Research
Antarctic ecosystems at risk without urgent, long-term research
Insufficient monitoring leaves gaps in our knowledge of Antarctica’s unique lifeforms and ecosystems – and their global significance