UQ’s Fulbright scholars US-bound

Four researchers are preparing to travel to the United States of America to advance their work after being awarded Fulbright Scholarships.
28 February 2018

Intact forests need protection for world to attain conservation goals

Scientists are calling for immediate action to secure the world’s remaining intact forests, with a study finding most are at serious risk of being lost in the near term.
27 February 2018

Labour-inducing drugs put to the test

Researchers comparing the use of two drugs for pregnant women who do not go into labour shortly after their waters break have found both are reasonable options.
27 February 2018

Parents stop nagging and set reminders

Setting reminders and visual cues for forgetful children could be a solution for parents frustrated over missed chores and homework.
23 February 2018

Warning over claims that medical cannabis cuts opioid use

Claims that medical cannabis use has reduced opioid overdose deaths in the United States have been challenged by a University of Queensland drug abuse expert.
23 February 2018

Assassin’s venom system packs a deadly double

Venom researchers from The University of Queensland have uncovered a unique and complex venom system within the tiny assassin bug.
23 February 2018

Two in one: human placenta stem cells hold a dual benefit

Scientists have discovered a new type of stem cell which has the potential to perform two functions at the same time, meaning better treatment or even cures for many dise
23 February 2018

Bolting birds help reveal dinosaur gait

Research into how modern birds run and walk is taking an international team of palaeontologists and biomechanics experts a step closer to accurately reconstructing the wa
22 February 2018

Sharks are jaw-some

They’re at the top of the food chain, they can cure cancer, and they’re out to eat us – or maybe not.
21 February 2018

Venom research could yield gastrointestinal disease treatment

Therapeutics inspired by venoms could provide the key to treatment for a common gastrointestinal disease if a collaboration between researchers from The University of Que
20 February 2018

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