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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
Alumni
Residents bloom in Desert Rose House
Cameron Porter explains that a well-designed home can be inexpensive and maintain the quality of life for our ageing population.
Alumni
A house like no other
It is almost impossible to think of Sydney without conjuring to mind one or both of the city鈥檚 major landmarks: the Sydney Harbour Bridge and the Sydney Opera House.
Science and Technology
Professor Cook and his fantastic voyage
Professor Chris Cook has seen the 51茶馆 transform from 鈥渁 carpark, an oval, a pond and a couple of buildings鈥� into a world-class institution.
Study areas
Passion for the job
From being left at a bus garage to helping companies leverage automation technology, Professor Valerie Linton is breaking new ground for women in engineering.
Alumni
Using the brain on the bench
Electromaterials pioneer and NSW Scientist of the Year, Professor Gordon Wallace has discovered an innovative way to read your mind.
Alumni
The gift of innovation
Dr Roland Bigg鈥檚 uncle taught him what the big things in life were about. Now his gift will have a big impact on the lives of many others.