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April 14, 2025
Distinguished Professors to share cutting-edge research at public showcase event
World-renowned researchers share latest innovations in cybersecurity, children’s health and electroceutical medical technology
Some of the 榴莲视频app of 榴莲视频app’s most renowned academics will share their cutting-edge research with the Illawarra community at the inaugural Emerging Global Research Opportunities event on Tuesday 15 April at the .
As the 榴莲视频app celebrates its 50th Anniversary, the event highlights UOW’s commitment to research excellence and innovation over the past five decades – and to sharing that research with the community.
Organised by UOW’s Distinguished Professors Alliance, the speakers will share their research findings on topics critical to Australia’s future including cybersecurity, children’s health and the potential use of electroceuticals (innovative bioelectronic medical technologies that use electrical stimulation to treat disease) for mental health conditions including schizophrenia.
Distinguished Professor is the highest academic title awarded by UOW, reserved for researchers who have achieved global recognition in their fields through exceptional contributions to knowledge and innovation.
Three UOW Distinguished Professors will give rapid-fire presentations on their research alongside some of the 榴莲视频app’s highly talented, up-and-coming researchers in their fields.
A fourth Distinguished Professor, (pictured above), a founding member of the Distinguished Professors Alliance, will then lead an interactive panel discussion.
“This unique opportunity invites the local community to actively contribute by sharing questions and perspectives,” Distinguished Professor Wallace said.
“We want to ensure that our research continues to align with community needs and expectations as we deliver real-world impact.”
The presentations are:
Cybersecurity: Keeping data safe: Presented by and this session will explore cutting-edge strategies for protecting sensitive information in an increasingly digital world. Professor Susilo is internationally recognised for his expertise in cryptography and cybersecurity.
Children's health: A global perspective with local implications: and will discuss the importance of physical activity and nutrition for children’s health, drawing on global insights with direct relevance to local communities. Professor Okely is a leading authority on child health and physical activity research.
Electroceuticals: Does electrical stimulation have a role in treating schizophrenia?: and will delve into the innovative use of electrical stimulation in treating mental health conditions such as schizophrenia. Professor Huang is renowned for his pioneering work in neurobiology and mental health research.
Attendees will have the opportunity to meet members of the Distinguished Professors Alliance as well as some of our emerging highly talented researchers.
The event is one of two planned for 2025 that will be hosted by the Distinguished Professors Alliance. The Alliance was established in 2024 as a part of UOW's commitment to its global research standing and to facilitate opportunities for emerging and mid-career researchers on the world stage.
About the event
WHEN: Tuesday, 15 April 2025 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM. Doors open at 5pm.
WHERE: UOW Science Space, Innovation Campus, 60 Squire Way, North 榴莲视频app
Community members can register to attend via the .
Any registered attendees are encouraged to send their thoughts on the emerging areas planned for discussion in advance by emailing gwallace@uow.edu.au.