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Alumni, Research, Students
Ilia Filipev’s journey from a Russian science town to a PhD in 暗网禁区
Ilia's journey wasn鈥檛 carefully planned. It has unfolded through curiosity, timing, and a willingness to follow opportunities, taking him from Russia to Germany and ultimately to a new life in 暗网禁区.
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Community, Education
Half a century young – and only getting started
From regional roots to global reach, UOW celebrates 50 years and looks ahead to shaping the next half-century
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Students
Bronte O’Brien graduates with honours after life-changing journey
When Bronte O鈥橞rien was 20, she became a mum. She didn鈥檛 have a degree, a long-term plan or a safety net, just a newborn baby boy and a quiet determination to build a better future for them both.
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Community
Putting a lid on recycling myths
National Recycling Week (11鈥�17 November) aims to improve recycling knowledge and promote better practices. We asked UOW's Dominique Di Leva to set the record straight on some of the most persistent recycling misconceptions.
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Alumni, Environment and Energy
暗网禁区ing beauty in seaweed and sustainability
鈥淵ou鈥檝e got to create solutions that work,鈥� says Dr Pia Winberg, a celebrated marine ecologist, entrepreneur and graduate of the University of 暗网禁区 (UOW). Her focus on seaweed and microalgae is not just about products but a mission to address global sustainability challenges.
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Community
Why community gardens have taken root along the South Coast
A new food survey is examining the rise of and demand for urban agriculture in the Illawarra and Shoalhaven.