UQ model predicts tick cases in Queensland pets

For the first time UQ scientists have been able to make a prediction about the severity of upcoming tick seasons to help vet surgeries and pet owners prepare.

26 September 2024
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More student accommodation set for St Lucia

Construction is set to begin on a 1,000-bed student accommodation complex at UQ's St Lucia campus.

25 September 2024
Artist impression of UQ's new student residence complex.

UQ researchers advancing health across the state

UQ researchers advancing health across the state

Researchers from The University of Queensland have secured more than $1.2 million through the Queensland Health Clinical Research Fellowships program.

25 September 2023

New target to beat cancer drug resistance

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New target to beat cancer drug resistance

UQ researchers have identified a novel drug target with the potential to overcome drug resistance and prevent tumour regrowth in cancer patients.

21 September 2023

UQ research reveals new brain networks critical to memory formation

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UQ research reveals new brain networks critical to memory formation

Researchers at The University of Queensland have identified new regions of the brain crucial to the formation of long-term memory.

21 September 2023

Hunting viruses to protect sugarcane crops

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Hunting viruses to protect sugarcane crops

Insect-specific viruses are being investigated to protect Australia’s $4 billion sugar industry in a research project at The University of Queensland.

21 September 2023

Manifesting your way to bankruptcy

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Manifesting your way to bankruptcy

Researchers from The University of Queensland have found people who believe in manifesting financial success are more likely to make risky investments and end up bankrupt.

20 September 2023

Young women can ‘bank’ exercise for better heart health

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Young women can ‘bank’ exercise for better heart health

UQ researchers have found women can retain the benefits of exercise during their 20s, going on to have better heart health later in life.

15 September 2023

Cars, chlamydia and canines are biggest koala killers

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Cars, chlamydia and canines are biggest koala killers

A database tracking hospital admissions and deaths reveals the devastating impact cars, disease and dogs are having on the South East Queensland koala population.

15 September 2023

Salt water-degradable plastics to help oceans

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Salt water-degradable plastics to help oceans

University of Queensland researchers are developing a plastic that breaks down in seawater to help turn the tide on marine waste.

14 September 2023

Why new mothers are more likely to see faces in everyday objects

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Why new mothers are more likely to see faces in everyday objects

A UQ study has found women who’ve just had a baby are much more likely to see faces in everyday objects than other women.

13 September 2023

High water mark for innovative UQ flood monitoring system

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High water mark for innovative UQ flood monitoring system

A tool developed by UQ researchers that measures floodwater depth and velocity will be sold globally after it was licensed to a US-based company.

13 September 2023

Trial to prevent complications for children with cancer

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Trial to prevent complications for children with cancer

A trial aiming to reduce infection and blood clot rates for children with cancer is being led by The University of Queensland across Brisbane, Sunshine Coast and Gold Coast hospitals.

13 September 2023