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Wednesday 15 April 2026
UOW appoints Professor Ana Deletic as Provost
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New project develops smart surfboard fins to help reduce shark attack risk
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UOW expert commentary (4 March)
UOW academics provide expert commentary, opinion and analysis on a range of ongoing and breaking news stories
Research
We discovered a ‘gentle touch’ molecule is essential for light tactile sensation in humans – and perhaps in individual cells
Our bodies have a dedicated channel for sensing only the very lightest of touches
UOW expert commentary (20 February)
UOW academics provide expert commentary, opinion and analysis on a range of ongoing and breaking news stories
Research
Dr Xiao Liu awarded fellowship for ground-breaking research into facial reconstruction methods for cancer patients
Research to help transform rehabilitation for head and neck cancer patients
UOW expert commentary (6 February)
UOW academics provide expert commentary, opinion and analysis on a range of ongoing and breaking news stories
Community, Health and Medicine
UOW program to improve palliative care outcomes for residents in aged care wins Future of Ageing Award
Palliative Aged Care Outcomes Program recognised for leadership and innovation