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
the top of a dark brown cat's head with a tick visible near its ear

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.

Chronic disease inspires a career in science

A young African woman stands in graduation cap and gown and holding flowers outside UQ's sandstone Great Court.

Chronic disease inspires a career in science

Consulata Bilal graduates this week from UQ with a Bachelor of Science, after navigating the challenges of living with a debilitating disease.

14 July 2023

Battle for the skies: Drones and endangered birds

A drone flying over a flock of birds floating in the ocean at a beach. Tree-covered hills are in the background.

Battle for the skies: Drones and endangered birds

The alarming impact of drones on one critically endangered shorebird species has been revealed in research led by The University of Queensland.

14 July 2023

Artworks creating waves for global action on ocean futures

Artworks creating waves for global action on ocean futures

The UQ Art Museum’s upcoming exhibition Mare Amoris | Sea of Love poses timely questions about the role of oceans in personal stories and cultural practices.

14 July 2023

Rethinking the role of charity in a cost-of-living crisis

A woman sorting through piles of clothes at a charity shop

Rethinking the role of charity in a cost-of-living crisis

University of Queensland research has found a direct link between levels of government income support and people’s need for charitable assistance.

13 July 2023

UQ Masters grad lands ‘unicorn’ job in publishing

A young woman in graduation cap and gown sits on a bench seat in UQ's Great Court, clutching a bouquet of flowers with a small teddy bear inside it.

UQ Masters grad lands ‘unicorn’ job in publishing

LinLi Wan graduates this week from UQ’s Master of Writing, Editing and Publishing, after successfully landing a ‘unicorn’ role in the notoriously difficult to enter publishing industry.

13 July 2023

AI to revolutionise barramundi farming

Barramundi swimming in aquaculture tank. Image, MainStream Aquaculture Group.

AI to revolutionise barramundi farming

Computer simulations are key to bringing aquaculture into line with genetic advances being made in land-based agriculture, according to a University of Queensland researcher.

12 July 2023

Developer dollars not enough to save species

a koala sleeps in the fork of a tree surrounded by bright green leaves

Developer dollars not enough to save species

Financial payments made by land developers to offset their impacts on threatened species may fall short, according to University of Queensland-led research.

12 July 2023

Caterpillar venom study reveals toxins borrowed from bacteria

The asp caterpillar on a green leaf. Image, UQ

Caterpillar venom study reveals toxins borrowed from bacteria

Researchers at The University of Queensland have discovered the venom of a notorious caterpillar has a surprising ancestry and could be key to the delivery of lifesaving drugs.

11 July 2023

Medical receptionists bear the brunt of patient aggression

A man looking aggressive and threatening stands before a woman at a medical reception desk.

Medical receptionists bear the brunt of patient aggression

University of Queensland research has found verbal and physical abuse of medical receptionists by patients is rife, and causing lasting harm.

7 July 2023

Queensland native forestry can help achieve global environment goals

A forest of tall gum trees

Queensland native forestry can help achieve global environment goals

Research conducted by The University of Queensland revealed that Queensland native forestry, including timber harvesting, could actually help conserve biodiversity and mitigate climate risks.

7 July 2023

Clinical trial set to change kidney transplant practice

Unidentified patient sitting in chair while undergoing kidney dialysis. Image, Adobe

Clinical trial set to change kidney transplant practice

A major clinical trial has found a simple change to world practice for kidney transplants could deliver real benefits for recipients and reduce their need for dialysis by 25 per cent.

7 July 2023