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Great Barrier Reef water quality monitoring gets a funding boost
UQ researchers have received $3.6 million from the Federal and Queensland governments to improve water quality monitoring in Great Barrier Reef catchments. The funding supports the Great Barrier Reef Catchment Loads Monitoring Program, jointly delivered by UQ, James Cook University and the Queensland Department of Environment, Science and Innovation.
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Exciting breakthrough offers hope for Long COVID patients
Researchers from Griffith University’s National Centre for Neuroimmunology and Emerging Diseases (NCNED) have made a groundbreaking discovery that could bring relief to those struggling with Long COVID. In a world-first finding, they’ve identified a way to restore the faulty function of ion channels on immune cells using a well-known drug…
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Technology shines a light on better bladder cancer detection
A new diagnostic and treatment approach for bladder cancer will undergo a clinical trial in Queensland. OncoStrike Biopharma, a startup founded on technology developed by Mater Research and University of Queensland Honorary Professor John Hooper, has received a $950,500 CUREator grant through the Medical Research Future Fund's Early-Stage Translation and…
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Replacing kerbside carparking with bike lanes: a Robin Hood planning idea
Turning kerbside carparks into cycling lanes could improve city accessibility and liveability without affecting business revenue, University of Queensland research has found.
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Addressing rising STI cases in Indigenous young people
UQ researchers have worked with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people to make a series of videos to address stigma and misinformation about sexually transmitted diseases.
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For the first time, QBI researcher have proven that a mild stress is enough to trigger post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in mouse models of autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
For the first time, Dr Shaam Al Abed and Dr Nathalie Dehorter from #QBI have proven that a mild stress is enough to trigger post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in mouse models of autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
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Newly published #UQ-led research has revealed a surprising finding: while exposure to nature improves overall health in wealthier neighbourhoods in Paraguay, it has the opposite effect for those in poorer regions.
Newly published #UQ-led research has revealed a surprising finding: while exposure to nature improves overall health in wealthier neighbourhoods in Paraguay, it has the opposite effect for those in poorer regions.
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Researchers are exploring a new theory on how the chemistry of the brain causes people to form political opinions.
Researchers are exploring a new theory on how the chemistry of the brain causes people to form political opinions. James Cook University neuroscientist Professor Zoltan Sarnyai was part of an international team exploring the Threat-based Neural Switch Theory, which they hope will calm the political landscape and help people make…
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Did you know... Poor parenting is the single most important factor leading children and adolescents to develop mental health difficulties!
Did you know... Poor parenting is the single most important factor leading children and adolescents to develop mental health difficulties! 🧠 #unisqproud l #unisqresearch 👏
Queensland Crocodile Management Plan consultation now open Featured
A revised draft of the Queensland Crocodile Management Plan is now open for consultation. The plan provides the framework for how estuarine (saltwater) crocodiles are managed in Queensland. Find out more and provide feedback.
Queensland–Cooper Hewitt Fellowship Program applications now open Featured
Queensland–Cooper Hewitt Fellowship Program applications now open for a registered Queensland school teacher to visit the Cooper Hewitt Design Museum - closes 6 June 2024.
Queensland – Bavaria Collaborative Research Program - Applications open Featured
The new Queensland-Bavaria Collaborative Research Program has opened for applications with two categories: Seed Grants and Development Grants.
Queensland quantum and advanced technologies Featured
Queensland is at the forefront of quantum and advanced technology research in Australia. The Queensland Quantum and Advanced Technologies Strategy harnesses Queensland’s expertise in quantum technologies.
Queensland excels in infectious disease research Featured
The Queensland Infectious Disease Research Capabilities statement presents comprehensive information on how Queensland’s research community excel in infectious disease research.
Queensland Government Science Strategic Investment Framework Featured
Find out more about how the Queensland Government is investing in scientific excellence and capability through a range of programs and initiatives.
New Queensland Cancer Centre to be built Featured
A new world class stand-alone Queensland Cancer Centre is to be built within the Herston Health Precinct. It will be the only cancer care service in Australia offering the full spectrum of cancer services in…
$80m vaccine manufacturing facility to be built in Brisbane Featured
The Translational Manufacturing@TRI facility equipped to scale up to full production to support late-stage clinical trials of promising drugs and vaccines is to be built next to the Translational Research Institute with $60m funding from…
Strategic Visualisation Tool Featured
Explore our strategic visualisation tool to understand Queensland’s research strengths and capabilities in seven emerging industries…
Traditional knowledge and biodiscovery resources Featured
Resources have been created to support biodiscovery entities and First Nations peoples understand and comply with the traditional knowledge obligation under the Biodiscovery Act 2004.
QUT’s Lidia Morawska - one of 100 most influential people in the world Featured
QUT’s Distinguished Professor Lidia Morawska, an international air quality expert, has been named in the Time Magazine as one of the 100 most influential people in the world. Professor Morawska is the director of the…