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Queensland Science is addressing some of the biggest challenges the world faces—the health of our communities, and environments; the quality and quantity of food available; abundant clean energy; and sustainable economies.
Queensland Science is addressing some of the biggest challenges the world faces—the health of our communities, and environments; the quality and quantity of food available; abundant clean energy; and sustainable economies.
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Queensland science in the news
News from Queensland universities and research organisations.
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I Hass to have you – researchers unpick the perfect avocado
What makes the perfect avocado? In a world-first, University of Queensland scientists have completed mapping the genome of the popular fruit, a resource that can drive future research and innovation
29 Nov 2022
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UQ researchers receive $2.4 million funding
Three University of Queensland research teams have been awarded $2.4 million from the Australian Research Council (ARC) to support their innovative research programs.
29 Nov 2022
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Kangaroo gait research attracts $434k in ARC funding
A study to understand more about how kangaroos move has attracted major funding to the University of the Sunshine Coast. The study, led by UniSC Dr Christofer Clemente, will receive $434,000 over three years under a prestigious Discovery Grant from the Australian Research Council.
29 Nov 2022
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Why does night shift increase the risk of cancer, diabetes and heart disease? Here's what we know so far
Shift work throws our circadian rhythm out of whack, which can impact the major systems in our bodies.
29 Nov 2022
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Clamp2 provides vaccine hope for future pandemics
The University of Queensland is set to take a second-generation molecular clamp vaccine to a proof-of-concept human trial. The Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovation (CEPI) has announced in Brisbane today that it will provide up to AU$8.5 million to support further development of the re-engineered technology for use in the…
29 Nov 2022
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UQ research reveals accent discrimination in hiring
People from minority groups who speak with ‘non-standard’ accents face discrimination in job interviews, researchers from The University of Queensland have found.
29 Nov 2022
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Walking past the pain
Walking past the pain - How UniSC researchers are working with patients to find a solution for a painful leg condition - peripheral artery disease (PAD). One of the great threats of PAD is losing a lower limb. PAD, caused by the build-up of fatty plaques, narrowing and blockages in…
29 Nov 2022
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Using satellites for faster flood information
Researchers at The University of Queensland have used satellites with radar imaging sensors to see through clouds and map flooding and says the technique could provide faster, more detailed information to keep communities safe.
29 Nov 2022
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Soft plastics just a small part of bigger waste picture
Australians concerned about the suspension of the popular REDcycle soft plastics recycling program should think ‘big picture’ and focus their green efforts elsewhere, according to the director of QUT’s Centre for a Waste-Free World.
28 Nov 2022
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Human trials of ground-breaking painless wearable health sensors to begin in Queensland
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Following long-term backing from The Australian National University (establishing WearOptimo in Brisbane), and Queensland Government, investment of up to $30 million to establish a manufacturing facility, human clinical trials of a Queensland-invented microwearable sensor for…
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New Queensland Cancer Centre to be built
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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…
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QUT’s National Battery Testing Centre $15m funding boost
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Australia’s National Battery Testing Centre (NBTC) at QUT’s Research Engineering Facility has received $15m from the Queensland Government to further develop its leading role in the renewable energy and storage sector.
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Queensland Government Science investment
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The Queensland Government is investing in our scientific excellence and capability to advance the wellbeing of Queenslanders and to drive a sustainable and thriving economy.
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$80m vaccine manufacturing facility to be built in Brisbane
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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…
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Queensland excels in infectious disease research
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The Queensland Infectious Disease Research Capabilities statement presents comprehensive information on how Queensland’s research community excel in infectious disease research.
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Strategic Visualisation Tool
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Explore our strategic visualisation tool to understand Queensland’s research strengths and capabilities in seven emerging industries…
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Traditional knowledge and biodiscovery resources
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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.
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QUT’s Lidia Morawska - one of 100 most influential people in the world
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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…
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Are you ready to play? 📱 QuestaGame is one of the first mobile games that takes you outdoors to discover, map, and help protect life...
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2022-11-30T07:33:02.000Z
The blood moon is a name people use to describe the total lunar eclipse, where Earth lines up between the Moon and Sun. 🌑 This...
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2022-11-29T07:33:00.000Z
In Australia, there are still over 2 million daily smokers, and health issues related to smoking cost the economy $137 billion each year. 🤯 Dr...
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2022-11-28T07:33:01.000Z
According to a team of scientists led by Dr. Helen Fisher, romantic love can be broken down into three categories: lust, attraction, and attachment. 💓...
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2022-11-25T13:33:01.000Z
Head to the link in the comments to apply now! 👇 National Science Week activities help inspire community participation in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics...
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2022-11-25T07:33:00.000Z
The James Webb telescope is the world's newest—and biggest—telescope, and this image it has produced of planet Jupiter speaks for itself. 🤯 This incredible image...
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2022-11-23T07:33:01.000Z
In ecosystems, there is a delicate balance between all lifeforms. 🌍 Changes in the temperature of an ecosystem can affect what plants will grow there...
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2022-11-22T07:33:00.000Z
Have you ever followed a fad diet only to find out a week later that there's new advice telling you to do the exact opposite?...
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2022-11-21T07:33:02.000Z
Ever wondered how dry ice works? 🧊 Historians agree that dry ice was first observed by a French chemist named Charles Thilorier in 1835. 🔍...
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2022-11-18T07:33:00.000Z
It's not what you think...🐛 "Superbugs" are strains of bacteria that have developed resistance to many different types of antibiotics. 💊 Next week is...