Science backs traditional knowledge of Kakadu plum health benefits

UQ research has confirmed antioxidant properties in an Australian bushfood used by Indigenous people for generations.

18 September 2024
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New screening tool to help stroke survivors

UQ researchers have developed a fast cognitive screening tool that can detect often-missed rehabilitation needs for people who have experienced a stroke.

17 September 2024
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Research scholarships to support sport innovation

Research scholarships to support sport innovation

The University of Queensland and the Queensland Academy of Sport are awarding up to 8 research scholarships to fast-track sport innovation ahead of Brisbane 2032.

31 May 2024

UQ researcher investigates revolutionary treatment for rare brain cancer

UQ researcher investigates revolutionary treatment for rare brain cancer

A University of Queensland researcher has been awarded more than $3.8 million from the Medical Research Future Fund to trial a revolutionary therapy for patients with a rare form of brain cancer.

31 May 2024

MRFF supports UQ researcher to transform outcomes for patients with post-stroke aphasia

MRFF supports UQ researcher to transform outcomes for patients with post-stroke aphasia

The Queensland Aphasia Research Centre at The University of Queensland has been awarded almost $5 million from the Medical Research Future Fund to improve treatment for the growing number of Australians living with post-stroke aphasia.

31 May 2024

‘Are we there yet?’ Driving Australia toward an EV future

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‘Are we there yet?’ Driving Australia toward an EV future

UQ researchers have outlined 5 key steps needed to speed up Australia’s transition to electric vehicles.

30 May 2024

UQ researcher secures funding to improve outcomes for young people with food allergies

UQ researcher secures funding to improve outcomes for young people with food allergies

A University of Queensland researcher has been awarded almost $1.2 million from the National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) to improve treatment options for teenagers with food allergies who are at the highest risk of life-threatening...

30 May 2024

UQ Anthropology museum unveils long-lost Indigenous sculptures

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UQ Anthropology museum unveils long-lost Indigenous sculptures

Three sculptures carved by an Indigenous elder are on display together for the first time in 90 years at an exhibition at The University of Queensland Anthropology Museum.

27 May 2024

UQ researchers elected as new Fellows to the Australian Academy of Science

UQ researchers elected as new Fellows to the Australian Academy of Science

Three University of Queensland researchers have been elected as Fellows of the Australian Academy of Science recognising the global impact of their work.

23 May 2024

Young people needed for AI-driven vaping prevention study

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Young people needed for AI-driven vaping prevention study

Young people are encouraged to participate in a University of Queensland study that will use artificial intelligence technology to develop campaign materials to reduce youth vaping rates.

23 May 2024

Illegitimate interruptions reduce productivity in the workplace

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Illegitimate interruptions reduce productivity in the workplace

A team of researchers from The University of Queensland has found employees experience more stress at work when interrupted with requests for unnecessary or unreasonable tasks.

21 May 2024

Exercise can help slow cognitive decline

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Exercise can help slow cognitive decline

University of Queensland research has found exercise can help prevent or slow cognitive decline during ageing.

20 May 2024

UQ neurobiologist elected Fellow of the Royal Society

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UQ neurobiologist elected Fellow of the Royal Society

Professor Barry Dickson from UQ's Queensland Brain Institute has been elected as a Fellow of the Royal Society, joining the ranks of eminent scientists from around the world.

17 May 2024