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Tuesday 30 June 2026
UOW hosts global experts to tackle forced displacement as an international crime
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UOW remains in world’s top 50 for THE Sustainability Impact Ratings
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Human trial begins on health benefits of seaweed fibre
World first human trial to determine if seaweed can help chronic disorders such as Type 2 Diabetes.
New resource aims to help improve health outcomes for people living with dementia
Online resource aims to help Australia cope with the impending increase in dementia by 2020. Â
Crunching the numbers for better cancer care
Study shows best locations for radiotherapy treatment centres to deal with growing need for cancer care.Â
Low-cost MRI system puts health care in reach for vulnerable communities
A low-cost and easy-to-operate MRI system could help save millions of lives in developing countries.
Major funding boost for dementia research in the Illawarra
Researchers to investigate cause of dementia and genetic link between dementia and Motor Neurone Disease.Â
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.