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Friday 20 September 2024
After 20 years of evidence on plastic pollution, it is now time to act
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UOW biologist wins international photography competition
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Air pollution under the microscope in Sydney’s west
Study will help in understanding and managing urban air pollution in Sydney's rapidly growing western suburbs.Â
Design the packaging and branding for next-generation of condoms
An international competition is calling for packaging and branding ideas for future condoms.
South Africa is failing to address malnutrition in its older people
The traditional extended family system has eroded in much of sub-Saharan Africa, leaving many older people who traditionally depended on this support vulnerable. In rural households, young people often migrate to cities in search of employment. International emigration and the pandemic of HIV/AIDS have also taken their toll.
UOW joins global social learning community
A global audience with a thirst for knowledge will have the opportunity to tap into research-based education.
South Africa’s bold move on salt gets off to a shaky start
South Africa has been a trailblazer on the continent in the global battle to reduce salt intake through food. But three years after the bold food policy was first introduced in South Africa – and less than a year until it finally becomes law – the country has still not set up programmes to monitor how effective the legislation will be.
Bega nursing labs an investment in health and community
Supporting the health needs of the South Coast with construction of nursing simulation labs at UOW Bega.Â