We showcase the impact of UOW students, teaching, research, and graduates on the world. Our mission is to share inspiring stories that educate and motivate, highlighting the transformative power of education in addressing global challenges.
50 Voices
This year, as part of our 50th Anniversary celebrations, we have launched 50 Voices - a content series that celebrates the people who have made UOW what it is today. From labs to libraries, lawns to lecture theatres, hear unique stories from students, staff, alumni, donors, and community members who have had a lasting impact.
Articles
Health and Medicine, Science and Technology
Mind and matter
Three scientists share how their passion for psychology led them down different research paths
Environment and Energy, Research, Science and Technology
Understanding Australia’s ancient landscape
“I’m not a very spiritual person, but it’s such a spiritual place out there. It’s otherworldly, and I just sort of fell in love with the place and the community.”
Research, Science and Technology
The guardian of the e-world
For 30 years, Professor Willy Susilo has been at the forefront of cryptographic and cybersecurity breakthroughs, forging the path to Australian cybersecurity and teaching others to do the same.
Science and Technology
Can AI learn to become more human?
AI could be fighting with, not against us, in cyber-attacks.
Health and Medicine, Science and Technology
A 3D-printed vision for the future
A research team led by the University of Sydney’s Professor Gerard Sutton, with researchers from the University of Wollongong (UOW) has scored an early goal in efforts to develop a 3D bio-engineered cornea to revolutionise sight-restoring transplants.
Health and Medicine, Science and Technology
Could cannabis, MDMA and mushrooms be the answer the mental illness?
From July, some psychiatrists will be able to prescribe MDMA and psylocibin to patients.