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Thursday 18 June 2026
World-first global assessment maps PFAS pollution in whales and dolphins
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UOW maintains its place among the top 200 universities in the world
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Backlash is often swift when authorities try to plan retreat from the coast. There’s a better way
Climate change adaptation needs to be a collaborative and community-driven project
Indigenous-led weed management research wins international award
The prize-winning report explores how Indigenous perspectives can transform environmental management and healing of Country
New project develops smart surfboard fins to help reduce shark attack risk
UOW's Surf Flex Lab will contribute to the design, manufacturing and real-life testing of new shark deterrent technology for surfers
First global bee estimates hint at thousands of hidden species
Groundbreaking study counts species across continents and countries, highlighting urgent gaps in biodiversity knowledge
How ocean maps have shaped science, politics and the climate debate
A new book by UOW researcher Sarah Hamylton reveals the real-world impact of ocean cartography on science, policy and environmental protection
Meet the weird, wonderful creatures that live in Australia’s desert water holes
They might not be there much longer