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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.
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News from Queensland universities and research organisations.
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Funnel-web spider venom varies
Scientists studying the most venomous spider in the world have found the venom of some varies depending on circumstances – which could provide insights into how they could be of use for human health.
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Trials for possible cholesterol vaccine to begin in Moreton Bay
A possible vaccine for elevated cholesterol is set to be trialled in Moreton Bay at the University of the Sunshine Coast. The trial, sponsored by biotech company Vaxxinity based in the United States, is a “phase one” trial to test the safety and effectiveness of the vaccine in people with…
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TAAHC 2023 Seed Funding and Clinician Researcher Fellowship Funding Rounds announced
Two Tropical Australian Academic Health Centre (TAAHC) Funding Rounds announced. Clinician Researcher Fellowship Scheme provides protected, guaranteed time for a clinician to undertake research within one or more of TAAHC's research themes. The Seed Funding Scheme provides funding for collaborative, translational research projects that address TAAHC strategic research themes.
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Study finds double threat for endangered Australian east coast shark
A 10-year study has found the slow birthrate and night-time wanderings of pregnant grey nurse sharks away from no-take marine protected areas are putting the fierce-looking but mild-mannered species at further risk of extinction.
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Researchers have discovered calls to the Queensland Ambulance Service increase by more than 20% during some kinds of heatwaves
Researchers have discovered calls to the Queensland Ambulance Service increase by more than 20% during some kind of heatwaves, and say communities need to be more aware of the danger as heatwaves grow in number and severity.
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Nanoparticles deliver brain cancer treatment
University of Queensland researchers have developed a nanoparticle to take a chemotherapy drug into fast growing, aggressive brain tumours. Research team lead Dr Taskeen Janjua from UQ’s School of Pharmacy said the new silica nanoparticle can be loaded with temozolomide, a small molecule drug used to treat tumours known as…
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When, not if, businesses will be hit by new deepfake scams: be prepared
Organisations are at high risk of reputational damage, extortion and IP theft by synthetic media - AI generated content, such as deepfakes, are so realistic that humans can’t tell them apart from authentic media up to 50 per cent of the time.
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New tech transforming construction skills training
New tech-advanced training methods for construction workers have been tested in an Australia-first study into the effectiveness of training delivered using virtual reality. The three-year project involved a partnership of leading researchers from QUT, Construction Skills Queensland (CSQ) and Next World Enterprise, with support from several registered training operators.
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Older people need stronger media voice: QUT research
If news organisations in Australia created a ‘round’ for reporting on ageing and aged care issues, the often-marginalised sector would be better represented, and entrenched ageism potentially less prevalent say QUT researchers.
R&D Linkage Opportunities
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A research and development partnering scheme with Queensland-based university and institute researchers on ARC Linkage projects in priority research areas.
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…
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…
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.
$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…
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.
Strategic Visualisation Tool
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Explore our strategic visualisation tool to understand Queensland’s research strengths and capabilities in seven emerging industries…
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.
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…