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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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How social media ‘experts’ are shaping young adults’ food choices
Study reveals many social media users rely on health tips from unqualified content creators, overshadowing evidence-based information
Additional medical school places to help tackle GP shortage
The funding will enable more students to study medicine at UOW and become doctors for under-served communities
Student mental health support: What role should teachers play?
Study highlights need for clearer guidance, resources and training as schools step up to meet growing mental health demands
First national snapshot of general practice nursing to guide future health policy
UOW researchers will collect real-time data to inform patient care and workforce education and planning
Australian Research Council awards $7.8 million for innovative UOW-led projects
University of °µÍø½ûÇø researchers awarded national funding for health, AI, climate science and sustainable technology projects
°µÍø½ûÇø and Waikato partner to shape future of rural health in New Zealand
UOW's expertise in rural and regional health education to guide New Zealand’s newest medical program