Queensland science in the news
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Would you be happy as a long-term single? The answer may depend on your attachment style
Are all single people insecure? When we think about people who have been single for a long time, we may assume it’s because single people have insecurities that make it difficult for them to find a partner or maintain a relationship. But is this true? Or can long-term single people…
23 Apr 2024
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Is your disaster planning old school? If it's not, you might want to consider making a change.
Is your disaster planning old school? If it's not, you might want to consider making a change. Results from a recent JCU study indicating the low-tech but trusty AM/FM radio needs to make an urgent comeback
23 Apr 2024
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Robot designed to boost coral regeneration on the Great Barrier Reef
QUT researchers have developed a robot to count and capture images of baby tank-grown corals destined for the Great Barrier Reef. The system will help keep the corals happy and healthy before they are deployed and save researchers thousands of hours of coral counting time.
23 Apr 2024
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Bringing new life to an ancient nut
A culturally significant Australian nut dating back to Jurassic times could have a big future thanks to UQ–led research revealing its substantial health benefits. Dr Jaqueline Moura Nadolny from UQ’s Queensland Alliance for Agriculture and Food Innovation said the bunya nut (Araucaria bidwillii) was an energy and nutrient dense bushfood…
22 Apr 2024
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Restoring coastal habitat boosts wildlife numbers by 61% – but puzzling failures mean we can still do better
Humans love the coast. But we love it to death, so much so we’ve destroyed valuable coastal habitat – in the case of some types of habitat, most of it has gone. Pollution, coastal development, climate change and many other human impacts have degraded or destroyed swathes of mangrove forests…
20 Apr 2024
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‘We have thousands of Modis’: the secret behind the BJP’s enduring success in India
Since 2014, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s popularity has grown exponentially – and so has the formidable organisational machine of his Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). These two factors will be key to delivering the BJP a likely third consecutive victory in the Indian general election.
19 Apr 2024
Griffith University
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Link between childhood maltreatment and adult substance abuse
UQ researchers have found people maltreated as children are 3 times more likely to be admitted to hospital for alcohol and substance use by the time they're 40, compared to people who were not maltreated.
19 Apr 2024
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👏Congratulations to @Rossalford who has been elected as a 2023 Fellow of the @aaas in recognition of his distinguished contributions to the field of ecology
👏Congratulations to @Rossalford who has been elected as a 2023 Fellow of the @aaas in recognition of his distinguished contributions to the field of ecology, and the causes of and mitigation strategies for global declines in amphibian populations.
19 Apr 2024
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Ecology and computer science unite to protect the environment
Saving Australia’s environment starts with understanding it. A research project using acoustics and AI shows us how. Professor Paul Roe, Head of QUT’s School of Computer Science and the Lead Researcher at the Australian Acoustics Observatory (A20) and Dr Daniella Teixeira, ecologist, and Research Fellow at QUT, are currently engaged…
18 Apr 2024
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Giving koalas a fair shot at survival
One of Australia’s most iconic animals is under threat, with chlamydial disease decimating koala populations in south-east Queensland. Professor Ken Beagley is among those leading the fight to ensure these beloved creatures not only survive, but thrive.
18 Apr 2024
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First evidence of human occupation in lava tube cave in Saudi Arabia
Exploration of underground caves and lava tubes reveal archaeological abundance in Arabia. Recent strides in interdisciplinary archaeological research in Arabia have unveiled new insights into the evolution and historical development of regional human populations, as well as the dynamic patterns of cultural change, migration, and adaptation to environmental fluctuations.
18 Apr 2024
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Developing drugs in the third dimension
A research project seeks to cut the development time for new life-saving drugs by adding an extra dimension to the process. When researchers are making a new drug, they face years of work in development and trials. Then, in about 90 per cent of cases, the outcome is a failure…
18 Apr 2024
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‘Listening is the most important part’: 10 things students with disability and their families want teachers to know
About 90% of Australian students with disability attend mainstream schools. Equitable access and participation in education is a fundamental human right. Over the past seven years, we have have surveyed and interviewed more than 100 students with disability, as well as parents, carers and teachers, as part of our research…
18 Apr 2024
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Could your child's lunch box have an impact on climate change?
Could your child's lunch box have an impact on climate change? That's what a visiting researcher to CQUniversity is hoping to understand via a Rockhampton-based study over the next few months.
18 Apr 2024
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UQ turns CO2 into sustainable power
UQ researchers have built a generator that absorbs carbon dioxide to make electricity. Dr Zhuyuan Wang from UQ’s Dow Centre for Sustainable Engineering Innovation says the small, proof-of-concept nanogenerator is carbon negative because it consumes the greenhouse gas.
18 Apr 2024
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@Griffith_Uni: Clinicians are being encouraged to refer patients with #osteoporosis to a heavy lifting #exercise program
@Griffith_Uni: Clinicians are being encouraged to refer patients with #osteoporosis to a heavy lifting #exercise program to improve bone health and reduce the risk of fragility fractures which can occur from minimal trauma such as a fall
18 Apr 2024
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Queensland – Bavaria Collaborative Research Program - Applications open
The new Queensland-Bavaria Collaborative Research Program has opened for applications with two categories: Seed Grants and Development Grants. Seed Grants close on 10 May 2024. Development Grants close on 10 July 2024
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Bacteria behind meningitis in babies explained
A milestone study led by UQ researchers has identified the main types of E. coli bacteria that cause neonatal meningitis, and revealed why some infections recur despite being treated with antibiotics.
17 Apr 2024
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🌳The Qld Decarbonisation Hub brings together experts from 7 unis, including JCU, as well as industry, government, and communities
🌳The Qld Decarbonisation Hub brings together experts from 7 unis, including JCU, as well as industry, government, and communities to create solutions to meet Qld’s climate targets to boost renewable energy sources and achieve net zero by 2050.
17 Apr 2024
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Congratulations to CQUniversity's Dr Qing Wu who has been awarded an Advance Queensland Industry Research Fellowship
Congratulations to CQUniversity's Dr Qing Wu who has been awarded an Advance Queensland Industry Research Fellowship worth $360,000 over three years for his research project targeting rail energy efficiency. #AdvanceQueensland #QldScience
17 Apr 2024
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UQ celebrates 10 Advance Queensland Industry Research Fellowships
Ten researchers from The University of Queensland have been awarded $3 million through the 2023 Advance Queensland Industry Research Fellowships. The program supports collaboration with industry partners on research that aims to drive a resilient and inclusive Queensland economy.
16 Apr 2024
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Combatting disruptive ‘noise’ – a quantum communication breakthrough
In a significant milestone for quantum communication technology, an experiment has demonstrated how networks can be leveraged to combat disruptive ‘noise’ in quantum communications. The international effort led by researchers from Griffith University’s Centre for Quantum Dynamics highlights the potential of quantum networks in revolutionising communication technologies on a quantum…
16 Apr 2024
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World-class cancer research centre announced for QIMR Berghofer
QIMR Berghofer scientists hope to revolutionise personalised cancer treatment with a $2-million grant from Australian Cancer Research Foundation (ACRF) to establish a world-class national cancer research centre in Brisbane. Led by Professor Steven Lane and Dr Nicola Waddell, the ACRF Centre for Optimised Cancer Therapy (ACRF-COCT) will integrate the latest…
16 Apr 2024
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$2.5M Medical Research Future Fund grant to study recurrent wheeze in preschoolers
QUT Professor Anne Chang has been awarded a $2,588,607.14 Medical Research Future Fund grant to lead a multidisciplinary, multi-institution project, “Improving outcomes of recurrent preschool wheeze: a multicentre randomised controlled trial with biomarker discovery”.
16 Apr 2024
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Climate-change driven cold snaps threaten marine life
The impacts on marine species from secular warming and heatwaves are well demonstrated; however, the impacts of extreme cold events are poorly understood. Tropical marine species venturing into new areas as the climate changes could fall victim to another effect of the phenomenon – as bursts of cold water from…
16 Apr 2024
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Pharmacists should be able to dispense nicotine vapes without a prescription. Here’s why
The Australian government is currently considering a bill to implement the next stage of reforms to vaping regulation. At present, vaping products that don’t contain nicotine can be sold in regular shops, such as convenience stores, like tobacco products are.
16 Apr 2024
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‘Calm Your Farm’! Farm injury prevention game for teens
Researchers have created a game designed for teenagers to learn about potential hazards on the farm and how to reduce injury risk.
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Citizen scientists help discover new mantis species
James Cook University researcher Matthew Connors has discovered two new praying mantis species with the help of citizen scientists. One of these new mantises is not just a new species but an entirely new genus – the classification level above species – and was discovered thanks to citizen scientist Glenda…
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An education in music makes you a better employee. Are recruiters in tune?
See the word “musician” on a resume and you might not immediately think “stellar employee” or “exceptional leader”. There more to the profession than meets the stereotype? It is well known many musicians work simultaneously in arts and non-arts roles..
15 Apr 2024
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Spider venom, seaweed and bee research projects share million-dollar funding
University of the Sunshine Coast researchers will work with industry on three new projects involving spider venom, underwater kelp forests and native stingless bees after securing a total of almost $1 million in funding in the latest round of the Advance Queensland Industry Research Fellowships program.
15 Apr 2024
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Global Science and Technology Diplomacy Fund (GSTDF) is now open for applications.
The AU$6M Global Science and Technology Diplomacy Fund (GSTDF) is now open with grants ranging from AU$100K to $1M. Applications close on 31 May 2024. The Fund seeks to encourage partnerships between Australian institutions and their overseas counterparts and help raise Australia’s profile in science and technology research. The grants…
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QUT partners with Omico to pave the way for precision cancer care in Qld
QUT’s Australian Translational Genomics Centre (ATGC) will help link Queensland patients with clinical trials to evaluate treatments to improve outcomes for people with cancer, thanks to a new collaboration with non-profit research organisation Omico and the PrOSPeCT program.
15 Apr 2024
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Advance Queensland Industry grant to improve shoulder joint surgery
Dr Lavaill is a postdoctoral fellow at the ARC Training Centre for Joint Biomechanics at QUT and his project will focus on developing a novel in-silico musculoskeletal simulation tool for shoulder joint surgery. Dr Lavaill has been awarded an Advance Queensland Industry Research Fellowship of $160,000 with industry partner Stryker.
15 Apr 2024
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Coffee, coastlines and a cutting-edge vaccine: Griffith’s Advanced Queensland trio putting state at forefront
Griffith researchers among 19 scientists share in $5.56 million of funding. Three Griffith University researchers are among the 19 scientists who will propel discoveries in their respective fields by sharing in $5.56 million of funding. The 2023 Advance Queensland Industry Research Fellowships have been awarded to Griffith researchers:
15 Apr 2024
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The Great Barrier Reef is currently experiencing its fifth mass coral bleaching event in 8 years.
RT by @UQscience: The Great Barrier Reef is currently experiencing its fifth mass coral bleaching event in 8 years. #UQ’s Dr Selina Ward says the bleaching is extensive, affecting some coral species that have resisted bleaching before.
14 Apr 2024
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Pass the potassium and shake up your health
Bond University researchers find replacing regular salt with a salt substitute decreases the risk of death from cardiovascular disease by about 17 percent.
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Breakthrough discovery in the fight against liver disease
A new paper led by researchers from QIMR Berghofer paves the way for more specific public health information to provide a better balance between the harms and benefits of sun exposure in Australia.
12 Apr 2024
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Saving Queensland's earless dragons
Remote cameras and conservation dogs will be deployed as part of a University of Queensland research project aiming to conserve four threatened Queensland reptile species.
12 Apr 2024
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Researchers have found that people who play the game Dungeons and Dragons (D&D) show improvements in their mental health.
Researchers have found that people who play the game Dungeons and Dragons (D&D) show improvements in their mental health. James Cook University PhD researcher Alyssia Merrick led the study, which analysed the effect the game had on 25 people who played over eight weeks.
12 Apr 2024
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El Niño drought leaves Zimbabwe’s Lake Kariba only 13% full: a disaster for people and wildlife
Water levels at Lake Kariba in Zimbabwe have dropped dramatically because of the latest El Niño drought. The country’s president, Emmerson Mnangagwa, has declared a national disaster. Historian and social scientist Joshua Matanzima grew up at Lake Kariba and has spent the past 10 years researching socioeconomic life there.
12 Apr 2024
University of Queensland
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ME/CFS progression in focus with $438,000 grant
A Griffith University research team has successfully applied for a $438,000 ME Research UK grant to track the progression of myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS). The study will use an ultra-high field 7 Tesla (7T) MRI to capture a clearer depiction of brain regions and detect subtle brain changes in…
11 Apr 2024
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UQ leads subjects in QS World University Ranking
The University of Queensland has ranked in the global top 50 for 20 academic subject areas in the 2024 QS World University Rankings by Subject.
11 Apr 2024
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In the new @TopUnis rankings, #QUT is ranked 1st in Australia and 19th in the world in Communication & Media Studies.
In the new @TopUnis rankings, #QUT is ranked 1st in Australia and 19th in the world in Communication & Media Studies. #QSWUR @QUTSchoolOfComm #QUTCIESJ
11 Apr 2024
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Fletcherview Tropical Rangelands Soil eDNA Dataset
🔍#DataDiscovery | Fletcherview Tropical Rangelands Soil eDNA Dataset This dataset contains soil microbial & genomic analysis of 9 soil samples from each of 3 plots at the Fletcherview SuperSite processed by @AGRF_genomics.
11 Apr 2024
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Researchers mapping forests have found many more roads than declared by official sources
Researchers mapping forests have found many more roads than declared by official sources which is raising fears of a huge increase in environmental degradation as the pace of road building increases. Researchers discovered 3 to 6.6 times more roads in the areas studied than were shown in leading global-road datasets.
11 Apr 2024
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New prostate cancer cases could hit 2.9 million by 2040. TRI-based @AdvanCell_Iso is developing a targeted therapy
New prostate cancer cases could hit 2.9 million by 2040. mCRPC is when it stops responding to treatment and spreads. TRI-based @AdvanCell_Iso is developing a targeted therapy and enrolling for a clinical trial.
11 Apr 2024
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Curves for creativity: How round spaces elevate mood and spark innovation
New research has revealed curved or round rooms enhance positive mood, make us calmer and boost creativity. That’s according to new research by Bond University Associate Professor and experimental psychologist, Oliver Baumann.
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Global collaboration to combat chronic lung infection
Researchers develop drug target to tackle multi-drug resistant lung bacterium. Scientists led by Distinguished Professor Mark von Itzstein AO at Griffith University’s Institute for Glycomics, have discovered a target for the development of a drug to combat a bacterium that can cause chronic lung infection in hospitalised patients, immunocompromised individuals…
10 Apr 2024
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Aboriginal people made pottery and sailed to distant offshore islands thousands of years before Europeans arrived
Blue Lagoon at Jiigurru (Lizard Island Group) where the first pieces of pottery were found. Sean UlmPottery was largely unknown in Australia before the recent past, despite well-known pottery traditions in nearby Papua New Guinea and the islands of the western Pacific. The absence of ancient Indigenous pottery in Australia…
10 Apr 2024
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One small step for plants... 🌱 We've recently received more funding for our research mission to grow food in space!
One small step for plants... 🌱 We've recently received more funding for our research mission to grow food in space! All the details via @spacegovuk... 🚀 @bkvmccabe l @caeusq l @Vertical_Future
9 Apr 2024
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JCU researchers say rudeness and discourtesy between health workers is endangering patients.
JCU researchers say rudeness and discourtesy between health workers is endangering patients. JCU PhD candidate Benjamin Freedman led a study analysing the responses of more than 16,000 people, including more than 11,000 nurses, in 41 global studies of incivility among health care workers.
9 Apr 2024
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Deep parts of Great Barrier Reef 'insulated' from global warming
Some deeper areas of the Great Barrier Reef are insulated from harmful heatwaves but that protection will be lost if global warming continues, according to research by UQ and University of Exeter.
9 Apr 2024
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It’s an age-old saying... The good (community) versus the bad (teenager).
It’s an age-old saying... The good (community) versus the bad (teenager). Our researchers have been challenging these stereotypes in a bid to help young people engage with their communities and lead fulfilling lives. @YCF_QLD l @andrewhickey15 👏
8 Apr 2024
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New paper on host and environmental drivers of coral symbiont diversity is out now!
Our new paper on host and environmental drivers of coral symbiont diversity is out now! We found symbionts in Acropora were structured more by thermal history and environment, while Pocillopora symbionts were driven more by host genetics.
8 Apr 2024
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Measuring digital skills in community adult learning settings – implications for Australian policy development.
Researchers from Griffith and QUT have developed a Digital Ability Self-Assessment Tool to help policy makers understand context-specific circumstances of online user and deliver inclusive digital programmes.
8 Apr 2024
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A new study from @QldBrainInst researcher @AnthMHarris has found that brainwaves can affect visual perception.
A new study from @QldBrainInst researcher @AnthMHarris has found that brainwaves can affect visual perception, particularly when distinguishing between objects. Dr Anthony Harris from UQ’s Queensland Brain Institute said neural oscillations, or brainwaves, have long been considered to play a crucial role in various cognitive processes.
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Scientists create 3D map of universe
An international team of researchers has created the world's largest and most detailed 3D map of the universe – measuring the expansion of the cosmos over the past 11 billion years. Dr Cullan Howlett from The University of Queensland helped develop pivotal software used for analysing data collected as part…
5 Apr 2024
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Creating a better future for intersex people! A new $5M Medical Research Future Fund grant will allow our researchers to conduct groundbreaking work.
A multi-institutional research team has been awarded $5 million in federal government funding to help create a safe and better future for people with innate variations in sex characteristics (IVSC). The historic grant from the Medical Research Future Fund is believed to be the largest amount awarded to a research…
5 Apr 2024
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Scientists say the relocation of coral away from the path of a new wastewater pipe has been a success.
Scientists say the relocation of coral away from the path of a new wastewater pipe has been a success and shows how coral can be moved to reduce the impact of developments and natural disasters.
5 Apr 2024
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Floral, fruity, and herbaceous artisanal rums could soon be on the menu at your local bar thanks to a collaboration between #UQ and Canefields Distillery.
Floral, fruity, and herbaceous artisanal rums could soon be on the menu at your local bar thanks to a collaboration between #UQ and Canefields Distillery. 🍹 The project is one of several announced through UQ’s Agri-Food Innovation Alliance (AFIA) Industry Kickstarter Grant program, which aims to catalyse commercial impact and…
5 Apr 2024
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A genome-centric view of the role of the Acropora kenti microbiome in coral health and resilience
Congratulations to lead author Lauren Messer and colleagues at UQ, QUT and JCU on their new paper in @NatureComms describing the microbial communities of Acropora kenti (aka tenuis) via MAG-centric metagenomics.
5 Apr 2024
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New Discovery Unravels Malaria Invasion Mechanism
In a significant breakthrough, researchers from the Swiss Tropical and Public Health Institute (Swiss TPH) and Griffith University’s Institute for Glycomics have unveiled a crucial aspect of how the malaria parasite infiltrates human red blood cells. The study, recently published in Cell Reports, highlights the pivotal role of a sugar…
4 Apr 2024
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Social media boundaries can improve teen sleep
UQ research has shown intense and problematic social media use is linked to sleep difficulties in adolescents. Associate Professor Asad Khan from UQ’s School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences analysed the responses of 212,613 teenagers from 40 European and North American countries.
4 Apr 2024
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The International Conference on Research Infrastructures is coming to Brisbane, Australia this year!
The International Conference on Research Infrastructures is coming to Australia this year! It’s on from 3 – 5 December in Brisbane. Register your interest and find out more.
3 Apr 2024
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Three UQ researchers honoured by Australian Academy of Science
Three researchers from The University of Queensland have been recognised in the Australian Academy of Science 2024 honorific awards. The prestigious awards highlight the significant contributions of Emeritus Professor Peter Koopman, Dr Sonia Shah and Associate Professor Kirsty Short in advancing understanding of complex conditions and improving health policy.
3 Apr 2024
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Professor Kerrie Mengersen honoured by Australian Academy of Science
Distinguished Professor Kerrie Mengersen from QUT’s School of Mathematical Sciences has today been bestowed with one of the highest honours awarded from the Australian Academy of Science.
3 Apr 2024
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Evaluating thrombosis risk and patient-specific treatment strategy using an atherothrombosis-on-chip model
Our recent work: Evaluating thrombosis risk and patient-specific treatment strategy using an atherothrombosis-on-chip model - now published in Lab on a Chip
3 Apr 2024
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Congratulations to #QUT’s @KerrieMengersen – honoured today with one of the highest awards from the @Science_Academy
Congratulations to #QUT’s @KerrieMengersen – honoured today with one of the highest awards from the @Science_Academy for her outstanding contributions to #science: bit.ly/4cDEOJJ @QUTDataScience #QUTScience
3 Apr 2024
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Ultrasound therapy shows promise as a treatment for Alzheimer's disease
University of Queensland researchers have found targeting amyloid plaque in the brain is not essential for ultrasound to deliver cognitive improvement in neurodegenerative disorders. Dr Gerhard Leinenga and Professor Jürgen Götz from UQ’s Queensland Brain Institute (QBI) said the finding challenges the conventional notion in Alzheimer’s disease research that targeting…
2 Apr 2024
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Blueprint for mandating indoor air quality for public buildings in form of standards
A group of international experts led by QUT Professor Lidia Morawska has presented a blueprint for national indoor air quality standards for public buildings, in an article in the prestigious journal Science.
29 Mar 2024
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Patients with delirium more likely to develop dementia
University of Queensland researchers have found older patients who experience delirium are three times more likely to develop dementia. Professor Ruth Hubbard from UQ’s Centre for Health Services Research (CHSR) said the study also found that every episode of delirium increased the chance of developing dementia by 20 per cent.
28 Mar 2024
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Improving social inclusion for battler citizens of Townsville
QUT researchers have collaborated with a local software solutions company on a community and participatory design initiative to address social isolation and loneliness in socially disadvantaged communities in Townsville.
28 Mar 2024
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Digital Child centre and UNICEF Australia champion young children’s digital wellbeing
The QUT-led ARC Centre of Excellence for the Digital Child has announced a new partnership with UNICEF Australia that will see the two organisations collaborate on research, policy and advocacy to promote digital wellbeing for young children.
28 Mar 2024
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Sugarcane genetics more complex than human
Researchers have unravelled the mystery of sugarcane genetics, finding the crop's genome is three times the size of the human genome and more complex. After a decade of research, scientists from The University of Queensland, Australia’s national science agency CSIRO and Sugar Research Australia (SRA) have been able to fully…
28 Mar 2024
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New rapid method to predict effects of conservation actions on complex ecosystems
A new way to analyse the effects of conservation actions on complex ecosystems has cut the modelling time from 108 days to six hours, QUT statisticians have found. PhD researcher Sarah Vollert, from the School of Mathematical Sciences and the QUT Centre for Data Sciences, said it was impossible to…
27 Mar 2024
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Sports engineering student proves a key player in Paralympic innovation
A Griffith masters student has been working with an esteemed team of engineers at the Australian Institute of Sport (AIS) to design and deliver cutting-edge technology for Paralympic athletes. Rajtilak Kapoor’s work is supporting multi-medalist wheelchair racing athlete Angie Ballard and her push for podium success at Paris 2024.
26 Mar 2024
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Research finds many upsides for local governments that look to employ chatbots
QUT researchers have homed in on AI-powered chatbots in the local government sector to look at their benefits and risks, what they are used for and why, and how users view them. The study conducted by an international research team including QUT PhD student Sajani Senadheera, Professor Tan Yigitcanlar from…
26 Mar 2024
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Blood analysis predicts sepsis and organ failure in children
University of Queensland researchers have developed a method to predict if a child is likely to develop sepsis and go into organ failure.
26 Mar 2024
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How lizards avoid being killed by venomous snakes
A University of Queensland–led study has shed light on how some lizards have evolved to resist deadly neurotoxins from Australia's most venomous snakes.
26 Mar 2024
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Rain, hail or shine... Our researchers are working to protect disaster-hit communities! @Dr_K_Shafique 👏
In the wake of disasters, communities often face the daunting task of rebuilding their lives amid a complex web of stakeholders and interests. Researchers from the University of Southern Queensland have proposed a framework to protect vulnerable communities from exploitation by those with competing or conflicting interests in post-disaster reconstruction…
26 Mar 2024
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Plan encourages habitat protection to prevent pandemics
In an evidence-based approach to pandemic prevention, a new plan published in Nature Communications advocates for using ecological perspectives to thwart disease outbreaks before they begin. Authored by an international team of 25 scientists, including three Australian scientists, the paper suggested a roadmap for preventing the next pandemic by conserving…
26 Mar 2024
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QLD Disaster Research Alliance appoints Alliance Manager
The Queensland Disaster Research Alliance (QDRA), which Griffith University is a member of, has appointed Annie Rehman as its Alliance Manager. With a dynamic background spanning over 14 years in building construction, architectural design, academia, research, and project management, Annie brings a wealth of experience to her new role.
26 Mar 2024
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📢New paper led by @NicoBriggs1 “Dissecting coral recovery: bleaching reduces reproductive output in Acropora millepora.”
Increasingly frequent and severe bleaching events driven by climate change are decreasing coral populations worldwide. Recovery of these populations relies on reproduction by the survivors of such events including local and upstream larval sources. 📢New paper - Dissecting coral recovery: bleaching reduces reproductive output in Acropora millepora - Branching stony…
26 Mar 2024
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BodyLab Podcast eatures our world-class researchers sorting fact from fiction and talking through the science behind having a healthy mind and body.
BodyLab features our world-class researchers sorting fact from fiction and talking through the science behind having a healthy mind and body. Hosted by QIMR Berghofer's Clare Blake. Choose from ten ‘must-listen to’ episodes that run for around 20-25 minutes each.
26 Mar 2024
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Study reveals flood mud burden on Moreton Bay
UQ sampling during and after the February 2022 Brisbane River flood has sounded a warning about the future of Moreton Bay with climate change predicted to bring more extreme weather.
25 Mar 2024
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Deep learning enables faster, more accurate decisions on shoulder abnormalities treatment
QUT scientists have developed a deep learning framework to detect shoulder abnormalities such as fractures in X-ray images with 99 per cent accuracy to enable clinicians to make correct and speedy decisions in emergency situations.
25 Mar 2024
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How to help older drivers hang up the keys for good: new research
Active planning is the key to older people walking away from driving for the last time, according to new University of the Sunshine Coast research. In two papers in international journals, UniSC researchers explored the individual and environmental factors that influenced older drivers’ plans to retire from driving – or…
25 Mar 2024
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Thousands of tonnes of microplastics found in Moreton Bay
UQ researchers estimate there could be up to 7000 tonnes of microplastics polluting vital ecosystems in Brisbane's Moreton Bay.
25 Mar 2024
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Bond University is researching how #exoskeleton #technology can be used to help people recover and tackle everyday tasks like walking.
A Bond University research project exploring the integration of exoskeleton technology into the home and community is bringing an exciting rehabilitation reality closer, one step at a time. The university has partnered with Taiwanese firm Keeogo, the developers of powered exoskeleton technology for those suffering from debilitating conditions such as…
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Persian plateau unveiled as crucial hub for early human migration out of Africa
Study sheds new light on the complex journey of human populations from Africa into Eurasia. A new study combining genetic, palaeoecological, and archaeological evidence has unveiled the Persian plateau as a pivotal geographic location serving as a hub for Homo sapiens during the early stages of their migration out of…
25 Mar 2024
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The @WMO State of the Global Climate report has confirmed 2023 broke every single climate indicator.
The @WMO State of the Global Climate report has confirmed 2023 broke every single climate indicator. In Australia, IMOS provides essential ocean observations to help understand the state, trends and future conditions of our oceans.
23 Mar 2024
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Can mRNA vaccines help boost livestock production?
University of Queensland researchers say mRNA vaccine technology could play an important role in boosting livestock production to meet global food demands.
22 Mar 2024
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Digital Child launches winning children’s picture books on balancing digital media use
The Stories by Digital Children competition, an initiative run by the QUT-led ARC Centre of Excellence for the Digital Child, has launched four picture books for children. The competition invited children aged 5 to 12 to submit concepts for children's stories centred around the theme "Fun with digital media: Getting…
22 Mar 2024
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Referral pathway study for osteoporosis patients
Clinicians are being encouraged to refer patients with osteoporosis to a heavy lifting exercise program to improve bone health and reduce the risk of fragility fractures. Those fractures can dramatically reduce quality of life, lead to a loss of independence, and increase risk of an earlier death.
22 Mar 2024
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We identified key factors shaping the relationship between mangroves and fish across the Indo-Pacific
Using collaboratively collected dataset, we identified key factors shaping the relationship between mangroves and fish across the Indo-Pacific Paper: The fish–mangrove link is context dependent: Tidal regime and reef proximity determine the ecological role of tropical mangroves.
22 Mar 2024
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Neighbourhood connection improves mental health
University of Queensland research has found building a sense of community is key to improving people's mental health, particularly in low socio–economic suburbs.
21 Mar 2024
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UNESCO recognition for JCU Professor
A James Cook University Professor will lead efforts to identify natural and cultural heritage sites vulnerable to climate change after being chosen by UNESCO for a key role. Professor of Physical Sciences Scott Heron has been appointed as the UNESCO Chair on Climate Change Vulnerability of Natural and Cultural Heritage.
21 Mar 2024
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Lighting the way to sustainable development in the Asia-Pacific region
Taking a deep dive into economic challenges unique to the Asia-Pacific region, Griffith Asia Institute released its flagship report. Sustainable development in the Asia-Pacific involves challenges distinct to the region and Griffith University has released a comprehensive report providing new insights and actionable pathways for economic prosperity.
21 Mar 2024
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QUT unveils new virtual production film that depicts mass casualty event
It’s 2030 and unidentified space debris begin to fall across multiple locations in Queensland, triggering a mass casualty incident response from emergency services.
21 Mar 2024
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On the (heart)beat with tactical police
Heart study reveals the extreme stress of those on the frontline and could streamline the selection process for specialist officers. During a crisis, you might think a police officer's stable heartbeat suggests composure and control. In fact, it could signal extreme mental and physical stress.
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High pornography exposure among young Australians helps fuel violence against women
Public health strategies among young people must address violence against women and risky sexual practices associated with pornography exposure, QUT researchers say. They published their findings in the Australian and New Zealand Journal of Public Health.
20 Mar 2024
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UQ researchers secure funding to protect vulnerable species
Researchers from The University of Queensland have received more than $110,000 to help safeguard some of Queensland's most vulnerable species under the Queensland Government's Threatened Species Program.
20 Mar 2024
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#QBI researcher @ShanLongfield has revealed the pivotal role of Synapsin 2a proteins in orchestrating the organisation and mobility of synaptic vesicles within live neurons.
#QBI researcher @ShanLongfield from the @MeunierLab has revealed the pivotal role of Synapsin 2a proteins in orchestrating the organisation and mobility of synaptic vesicles within live neurons. 🔗https://t.co/kEaDWOiFeR #UQ #brain #research #science #news
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Women with ADHD needed for Australian–first study
Women diagnosed in adulthood with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) are encouraged to join a UQ study into the impact of the diagnosis.
20 Mar 2024
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Hope for autoinflammatory disease treatment
UQ researchers have discovered how the 'on–switch' for the body's inflammation machinery can get stuck and cause rare genetic inflammatory diseases. Professor Kate Schroder and her team at UQ’s Institute for Molecular Bioscience have been studying the NLRP3 inflammasome, a protein complex that drives inflammation.
19 Mar 2024
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Alternative tidal wetlands in plain sight overlooked Blue Carbon superstars
Study highlights increasing opportunities for conservation, restoration and improved management of wetlands. Blue Carbon projects are expanding globally; however, demand for credits outweighs the available credits for purchase. Currently, only three types of wetlands are considered Blue Carbon ecosystems: mangroves, saltmarsh and seagrass.
19 Mar 2024
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Ripple effect for QUT sports expertise in lead up to Brisbane 2032
QUT sports expertise is set to have a ripple effect across Oceania, with the university announcing plans to share sports technology, sports science research and training facilities with Pacific Island nations in the lead up to the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
19 Mar 2024
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We are proud to be involved in the design and operations of the HeSANDA's Queensland node, and we look forward to further strengthening our capabilities to empower Queensland’s health research community with @HealthTQld & @csiro's Australian e-Healt
We are proud to be involved in the design and operations of the Health Studies Australian National Data Asset (HeSANDA) Queensland node, and we look forward to further strengthening our capabilities to empower Queensland’s health research community with @HealthTQld & @csiro's Australian e-Health Research Centre.
18 Mar 2024
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Antibiotic dosing technology speeds recovery of ICU patients
University of Queensland researchers have used dosing software to accelerate the effects of antibiotics in patients being treated for sepsis in Intensive Care Units. The technique trialled in the DIRECT study meant patients received effective antibiotics in half the usual time, leading to faster recovery, higher quality care, cost savings…
18 Mar 2024
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Health outcomes for Long COVID are comparable with ME/CFS
People with Long COVID in Australia have poor health outcomes that are comparable with another emerging disease known as myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS).
15 Mar 2024
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Coral bleaching at six Islands in the northern Great Barrier Reef
With a mass coral bleaching event unfolding across the Great Barrier Reef, scientists from James Cook University's TropWATER have documented coral bleaching around six islands in the far north of the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park.
15 Mar 2024
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Research reveals the genetic code behind non-identical twins
A new paper led by researchers from QIMR Berghofer paves the way for more specific public health information to provide a better balance between the harms and benefits of sun exposure in Australia. The study, published in Human Reproduction, has identified seven genes that regulate the female propensity for giving…
14 Mar 2024
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Australia-India: Maitri Research Grant applications now open
The Maitri Research Grants program supports research activities to build business capability and create opportunities for greater collaboration between Australia and India. Funding supports research into new avenues for industry collaboration and opportunities to commercialise Australia's technical capabilities with India.
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Research finds patient-paramedic trust can help free up emergency departments
The professionalism and compassion of paramedics attending emergency calls can reduce unnecessary presentations at hospital emergency departments, according to University of the Sunshine Coast research by a veteran ambulance officer.
14 Mar 2024
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Excessive gaming causing health issues
University of Queensland research has found gaming for more than three hours a day can lead to health problems. Dr Daniel Stjepanović from UQ’s National Centre for Youth Substance Use Research (NCYSUR) said the study examined responses from 955 gamers aged 18 to 94 from Australia, Canada, USA and the…
14 Mar 2024
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Exploring the role of community pharmacies as a harm reduction environment for anabolic–androgenic steroid consumers
RT @PiatkowskiTim: New collab in Harm Reduction Journal. Paper: Exploring the role of community pharmacies as a harm reduction environment for anabolic–androgenic steroid consumers: triangulating the perspectives of consumers and pharmacists
14 Mar 2024
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International award for forensic social work academic
Dimitra Lattas is a social work academic on the Fraser Coast who's work on forensic social work simulation, in collaboration with the University of Tennessee, has won an international award through the National Organisation of Forensic Social Work.
13 Mar 2024
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Wastewater shows spike in illicit drug consumption in Queensland
Cocaine use in Brisbane and regional Queensland has spiked to the highest levels recorded in 7 years, according to research led by led by The University of Queensland and The University of South Australia. Commissioned by the Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission (ACIC), the latest findings of the National Wastewater Drug…
13 Mar 2024
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$5 million grant for the Tracking Cube
$5m MRFF grant to help screen children and adolescents at risk of neurodevelopmental disorders. Griffith University research project to help screen children and adolescents at risk of neurodevelopmental disorders has been successful in gaining a $5 million grant from the Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF). See also https://www.griffith.edu.au/research/impact/yapatjarrathati-projects
13 Mar 2024
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Revolutionising rehabilitation one step at a time
A Bond University research project exploring the integration of exoskeleton technology into the home and community is bringing an exciting rehabilitation reality closer.
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Congratulations to Professor @LynleyWallis, who was recently recognised by Australian Academy of the Humanities
Congratulations to Professor @LynleyWallis, who was recently recognised by @HumanitiesAU in an article that highlights women in archaeology who have made significant contributions to their field.
13 Mar 2024
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BREAKING: CQUniversity will host an Australian-first conference for First Nations research higher degree students on Darumbal lands
CQUniversity will host an Australian-first conference for First Nations research higher degree students on Darumbal lands (Rockhampton) this July. Titled Guwal Jilbay, meaning ‘yarning research’, the inaugural three-day event invites First Nations research students (and their supervisors) from the Northern Australia Universities Alliance and Regional Universities Network to attend.
13 Mar 2024
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We gave science journalist Denise Cullen a peek at some of the groundbreaking work happening in our labs.
The AIBN is in @CosmosMagazine! We gave science journalist Denise Cullen a peek at some of the groundbreaking work happening in our labs. From shapeshifting liquid metals to brain organoids, read on to see how the AIBN is working to change the world bit.
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Pacific Islanders have long drawn wisdom from the Earth, the sky and the waves.
One afternoon last year, we sat in a village hall in Fiji chatting to residents about traditional ways of forecasting tropical cyclones. One man mentioned a black-winged storm bird known as “manumanunicagi” that glides above the land only when a cyclone is forming out to sea. As the conversation continued…
13 Mar 2024
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We looked at all the recent evidence on mobile phone bans in schools – this is what we found
Mobile phones are currently banned in all Australian state schools and many Catholic and independent schools around the country. This is part of a global trend over more than a decade to restrict phone use in schools. Australian governments say banning mobile phones will reduce distractions in class, allow students…
12 Mar 2024
Queensland University of Technology
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JCU researchers have discovered Indigenous fire management in northern Australia was being practiced at least 11,000 years ago
JCU researchers have discovered Indigenous fire management in northern Australia was being practiced at least 11,000 years ago – and it has implications for fire management practices today.
12 Mar 2024
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Indigenous fire management started 11,000 years ago
James Cook University researchers have discovered Indigenous fire management in northern Australia was being practiced at least 11,000 years ago – and it has implications for fire management practices today.
12 Mar 2024
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Rental housing co-operatives offer affordable, secure homes while fostering community and tenant empowerment.
Rental housing co-operatives offer affordable, secure homes while fostering community and tenant empowerment. Australia's sector is underdeveloped, highlighting the need for policy and financial support for expansion says Dr Sidsel Grimstad . https://t.co/uo28gaeggr
12 Mar 2024
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$8 million awarded to predict genetic disease risk
Landmark genetic research could allow doctors to accurately predict whether a patient is at risk of developing common diseases, decades before any symptoms would become evident. Snow Medical Research Foundation has awarded University of Queensland researchers AU$8 million to dramatically advance the use of genomics to prevent chronic disease such…
12 Mar 2024
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Forests future: UniSC chosen to lead new research centre
A Queensland-based research collaboration, led by the University of the Sunshine Coast, has been selected to play a key role in advancing research and innovation in Australia’s forests, through a new national institute.
12 Mar 2024
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Indigenous fire management began more than 11,000 years ago: new research
Wildfire burns between 3.94 million and 5.19 million square kilometres of land every year worldwide. If that area were a single country, it would be the seventh largest in the world. In Australia, most fire occurs in the vast tropical savannas of the country’s north. In new research published in…
12 Mar 2024
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👏JCU's @LyanneBrouwer and her team have received funding from the Qld Govt's Threatened Species Research Grants Program
👏JCU's @LyanneBrouwer and her team have received funding from the Qld Govt's Threatened Species Research Grants Program to use telescopic inspection cameras to monitor the reproductive successes of the Black-Throated Finch.
11 Mar 2024
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Realistic computer modelling of Queensland heritage masonry structures
Many heritage buildings in Queensland towns and cities have characteristic details that can make them susceptible to earthquakes, a survey of pre-1945 unreinforced masonry buildings by QUT civil engineers has found.
11 Mar 2024
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‘Definitions are often very western. This excludes us.’ Our research shows how to boost Indigenous participation in STEM
Australian politicians and major government reports keep emphasising the importance of STEM (or science, technology, engineering and maths) skills for our economy and society. As the Universities Accord report noted last month, engineering and and science are experiencing “significant skill shortages”. Then there is a federal goal to have 1.2…
8 Mar 2024
University of Queensland
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A new analysis has found one in seven deepwater sharks and rays are threatened with extinction
A new analysis has found one in seven deepwater sharks and rays are threatened with extinction, with the biggest threat coming from overfishing. James Cook University’s Professor Colin Simpfendorfer was part of a team of international experts whose work was published today in the journal Science.
8 Mar 2024
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New guidelines for early menopause diagnosis and management
University of Queensland research has led to the development of a practical framework to help medical professionals around the world diagnose and manage early menopause.
8 Mar 2024
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Simplicity in the molecular world inspires researcher - one of 25 top chemistry women researchers
QUT Professor Ting Liao is one of 25 researchers from around the world who have made a flagship chemistry journal’s list of top women scientists at the forefront of energy research.
8 Mar 2024
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#QUT has been named one of the world’s top universities led by women in a @timeshighered ranking. QUT is now fourth in Australia, under the leadership of Australia's first chemistry professor, Vice-Chancellor Professor @MargaretSheil. #TimesHigherEd htt
#QUT has been named one of the world’s top universities led by women in a @timeshighered ranking. QUT is now fourth in Australia, under the leadership of Australia's first chemistry professor, Vice-Chancellor Professor @MargaretSheil. #TimesHigherEd https://t.co/i6RJBh8flz https://t.co/Ue0VjfpOfG
8 Mar 2024
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MRFF supports UQ researchers to address healthcare inequalities
Researchers from The University of Queensland have secured more than $1.9 million from the Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) to develop patient-centred models of care to improve health services for LGBTQIA+ people.
8 Mar 2024
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Congratulations to Professor Ting Liao who has been recognised in a list of top women scientists at the forefront of energy research.
QUT Professor Ting Liao is one of 25 researchers from around the world who have made a flagship chemistry journal’s list of top women scientists at the forefront of energy research. Professor Ting Liao, from the School of Mechanical, Medical and Process Engineering, is featured in the ACS Energy Letters…
8 Mar 2024
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Eight ways to get job-ready in the digital age
From online networking to crowdfunding, there are eight key ways for university graduates to open more virtual doors to careers in 2024, according to new UniSC business research. Paper in Industry and Higher Education: Digital career competencies: A co-created scale for the digital employability competencies we’ve overlooked
7 Mar 2024
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Foods pregnant women shouldn’t egg-nore
For years, expectant mothers have agonised over what foods they shouldn’t eat during pregnancy to protect the health of their unborn baby. However, researchers at the University of Southern Queensland have focused on identifying the foods they should consume to give their babies the best chance of growing into a…
7 Mar 2024
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Lifelike lab–grown skin developed from human stem cells
Queensland researchers have become the first in Australia to use human stem cells to generate fully functioning skin tissue in a laboratory, a significant step towards better treatments for severe burns and wounds.
7 Mar 2024
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Knowledge is power: New guide book to AI and algorithms released
A QUT artificial intelligence expert has released his first book in a bid to help people better understand algorithms and make informed decisions about how much they let AI impact their lives. Professor Marek Kowalkiewicz is Chair in Digital Economy in the QUT Business School, which means he’s tasked with…
7 Mar 2024
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New #UQ research from @Pablo_Negret and @martine_maron has revealed that protecting smaller but more strategic parcels of land will result in better and more cost-effective biodiversity conservation outcomes globally. Read more: https://t.co/Psz4fp1c8W
New #UQ research from @Pablo_Negret and @martine_maron has revealed that protecting smaller but more strategic parcels of land will result in better and more cost-effective biodiversity conservation outcomes globally. Read more: https://t.co/Psz4fp1c8W 📸: Carlos Guevara https://t.co/ubQJ0JzSgo
6 Mar 2024
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Transforming early learning through curiosity and interest
The key to boosting a child’s cognitive and emotional development lies in promoting an active interest in topics or activities, Griffith University researchers have found. The study delved into the ways curiosity evolved into sustained interest and led to a long-term culture of learning.
6 Mar 2024
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With global partners at @PoultryHub, #UQ scientists have helped develop the first modelling framework for tracking viruses and bacteria as they travel through livestock ‘from farm to fork’.
With global partners at @PoultryHub, #UQ scientists have helped develop the first modelling framework for tracking viruses and bacteria as they travel through livestock ‘from farm to fork’. Investigators use the innovative EPINEST computer model to map and track avian influenza virus spread across time and space.
6 Mar 2024
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🐢🥳Our loggerhead turtles turn 2! @JCUTurtleHealth researchers are fast gaining insights into the mysterious ‘lost years’ of loggerhead turtles
🐢🥳Our loggerhead turtles turn 2! @JCUTurtleHealth researchers are fast gaining insights into the mysterious ‘lost years’ of loggerhead turtles as the reptiles mark their second birthday in Townsville. @turtlesatJCU @GlencoreAus 📸by Matt Curnock and @KevinPErickson
6 Mar 2024
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New #Dugong paper out! Exploring the dugong' s intricate habitat preferences within a #coral #reef #lagoon in New Caledonia
New #Dugong paper out! Exploring the dugong' s intricate habitat preferences within a #coral #reef #lagoon in New Caledonia, we found fascinating winter aggregations of dugongs OUTSIDE the lagoon & confirm dugong behaviour thermoregulation.
5 Mar 2024
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Stop trying to raise the perfect child: latest parenting research
Two UniSC education experts are calling for more parents to “ground” their children – but not as punishment for misdeeds. Associate Professor Dr Mike Nagel and Dr Shelley Davidow’s new book Grounded aims to steer parents out of the stress of years of pandemic panic – and step into a…
5 Mar 2024
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JCU Library brings to life tale of adventure and discovery
James Cook University’s Library is telling the tale of a first-of-its-kind expedition to investigate the Great Barrier Reef nearly 100 years ago. The story, Expedition to the Great Barrier Reef: The story of a ground-breaking scientific mission to Low Isles, Queensland in 1928-1929 and an overview of its legacies, is now…
5 Mar 2024
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Research milestone as healthy koala leaves treatment program
In a research milestone, the first koala to receive the QUT-developed Chlamydia vaccine has been released from the program and back into the wild. Three years ago, researchers from QUT and Currumbin Wildlife Hospital started trials as part of a life-saving Koala Chlamydia vaccine research.
5 Mar 2024
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Brisbane collection of sexual health data could help develop chlamydia vaccine
Sexual health data that could guide the development of a chlamydia vaccine is the focus of a new clinical trial run by the University of the Sunshine Coast at Brisbane and Morayfield locations.
5 Mar 2024
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AI reveals secret roads endangering the world’s rainforests
Satellite images analysed by AI are emerging as a new tool in finding unmapped roads that bring environmental destruction to wilderness areas. James Cook University’s Distinguished Professor Bill Laurance was co-author of a study analysing the reliability of an automated approach to large-scale road mapping, using ‘convolutional neural networks’ trained…
5 Mar 2024
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Lumpy skin disease is a threat to Australia and could decimate our cattle industries – we need to know how it could enter and spread
assiduousness, ShutterstockAustralian authorities are on high alert amid the spread of lumpy skin disease in cattle and buffalo across South-East Asia. While Australia remains free of the disease, the virus is likely to breach our borders at some stage. Detection of the disease in Australia’s livestock industries would lead to…
5 Mar 2024
University of Queensland
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Progress on the Roadmap for Strengthening Health and Medical Research in Queensland
Health Translation Queensland (HTQ) has launched the first progress report on the Roadmap for Strengthening Health and Medical Research for Queensland (the Roadmap), calling on the health and medical research community to continue actively moving the sector forward.
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ARC supports UQ mid–career researchers
University of Queensland researchers have been awarded more than $1.9 million through the Australian Research Council Mid–Career Industry Fellowships scheme to collaborate with industry on agriculture and health research and build translation and commercialisation skills.
4 Mar 2024
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UQ and QIC partner to supercharge investment in Queensland businesses
The University of Queensland has secured funding under the Queensland Investment Corporation–managed Queensland Venture Capital Development Fund to invest in promising local start–ups.
4 Mar 2024
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Check-out our new chapter exploring the (very) long-term engagement of Indigenous communities with Australian coasts and islands
Check-out our new chapter exploring the (very) long-term engagement of Indigenous communities with Australian coasts and islands in @smfitzpatrick72 & Jon Erlandson’s The Oxford Handbook of Island and Coastal Archaeology. DM for paper.
1 Mar 2024
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Two new ARC Mid-Career Industry Fellows with sustainability in mind
QUT is celebrating the awarding of $2,201,601 for two ARC Mid-Career Industry Fellowships for sustainability-related projects. Professor Sara Couperthwaite has been awarded a AU$1,065,000 for the project, Mineral processing in a fossil fuel free world. Professor Ziqi Sun from the QUT School of Chemistry and Physics has been awarded a…
1 Mar 2024
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RT @IMBatUQ: What you see here is one of the most important steps in a baby's development.
What you see here is one of the most important steps in a baby's development - the formation of the neural tube which gives rise to the brain and spinal cord. This one shows that process in a baby quail.
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Algorithms are pushing AI-generated falsehoods at an alarming rate. How do we stop this?
Generative artificial intelligence (AI) tools are supercharging the problem of misinformation, disinformation and fake news. OpenAI’s ChatGPT, Google’s Gemini, and various image, voice and video generators have made it easier than ever to produce content, while making it harder to tell what is factual or real.
29 Feb 2024
University of Queensland
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Meet Dr Matt Richardson... Our new Space Program Director! 🚀
Meet Dr Matt Richardson... Our new Space Program Director! 🚀 He's set to contribute to our mission of advancing knowledge, fostering collaboration and shaping the future of space exploration. More deets via @SatNewsMedia. #iLAuNCH 💫
29 Feb 2024
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Game changing platform to help athletes level up
Griffith research is behind a breakthrough athlete marketing tool from the Ministry of Sport. Launched in January, ‘PlayaPower’ is an answer for athletes seeking to advance their careers beyond the field, the online platform designed to empower sports stars to navigate the synergy between success and their digital brand.
29 Feb 2024
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Making up for lost time: new research reveals how our brains ‘predict the present’
You’re an ace tennis player facing a 180kmph serve. In the approximately 80 milliseconds it takes your brain to register the position of the speeding ball, the ball has already moved a further 4m, and yet you hit it. QUT scientists synthesize 30 years of research to explain how the…
29 Feb 2024
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A lightweight fish pen to move farms to deeper seas
The University of Queensland has co–led a project to design a cost effective yet robust pen to expand fish farming into deeper ocean areas to help feed the growing global population. Professor Chien Ming Wang of the School of Civil Engineering said competition for space in sheltered nearshore waters meant…
29 Feb 2024
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Congrats to Sam Reynolds, who's doing some amazing research into the effects of tourism on whale sharks 🐳🦈
Congrats to Sam Reynolds, who's doing some amazing research into the effects of tourism on whale sharks 🐳🦈 New paper just published in Journal of Sustainable Tourism from my #phdresearch on the effects of tourism on #whalesharks at #ningalooreef
28 Feb 2024
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Now open - 2024 Young Tall Poppy Awards
The 2024 Queensland Young Tall Poppy Science Awards are now accepting applications. These awards are delivered in partnership with the Australian Institute of Policy and Science (AIPS) and the Office of the Queensland Chief Scientist and recognise researchers who demonstrate scientific excellence and community engagement.
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New findings could be life-changing for genetic syndrome sufferers
A new paper led by researchers from QIMR Berghofer paves the way for more specific public health information to provide a better balance between the harms and benefits of sun exposure in Australia. Li Fraumeni Syndrome is a rare but devastating condition, which occurs when people have a fault in…
28 Feb 2024
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A healthy outlook: Building a workforce to shape the AI frontier
As our nation’s leaders shape Australia’s future, few challenges loom larger or evolve faster than artificial intelligence. AI-driven opportunity, underscored by careful consideration around governance and implementation, will be at the core of what should be seen as an exciting wave of optimisation across the career landscape.
27 Feb 2024
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Corporate race to use AI puts public at risk: UniSC study (2)
A rush by Australian companies to use generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) is escalating the privacy and security risks to the public as well as to staff, customers and stakeholders, according to a UniSC study.
27 Feb 2024
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Is there an alternative to 10,000 kilometres of new transmission lines? Yes – but you may not like it
Building transmission lines is often controversial. Farmers who agree to host new lines on their property may be paid, while other community members protest against the visual intrusion. Pushback against new lines has slowed development and forced the government to promise more consultation. It’s not a new problem. Communities questioned…
27 Feb 2024
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Outstanding UQ teachers receive national recognition
University of Queensland academics have been recognised with 6 awards for their outstanding contribution to teaching and learning in the annual Australian Awards for University Teaching (AAUT).
27 Feb 2024
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A $3.9 million project will transform the QUT Mackay Renewable Biocommodities Pilot Plant (MRBPP) into a state-of-the-art food-grade compliant facility
A $3.9 million project will transform the QUT Mackay Renewable Biocommodities Pilot Plant (MRBPP) into a state-of-the-art food-grade compliant facility to produce novel food ingredients through precision fermentation. Professor Ian O’Hara, said the co-investment between QUT and Australia’s Food and Beverage Accelerator (FaBA) would significantly expand the facility’s capability and…
27 Feb 2024
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Laughter really is the best medicine.
Laughter really is the best medicine. Research by Professor of Management Ahmad Siddiquei has found project managers with a good sense of humour are more likely to inspire workers to achieve creative goals.
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Scams like money muling and sextortion are on the rise.
Scams like money muling and sextortion are on the rise. Our experts are encouraging governments to facilitate solutions including implementing identity resilience strategies, regulating online platforms, and educating students to prevent victimisation.
26 Feb 2024
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QUT to host Bavaria-Queensland Research Alliance Workshop
QUT will host the Bavaria-Queensland Research Alliance Workshop this week which will allow researchers from the two states to explore and develop collaborative projects aligned on critical areas such as greener fuels, energy storage, manufacturing and emission reduction technologies.
26 Feb 2024
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A lovely profile of @BlueRehn's work as both a postdoc and PhD candidate
A lovely profile of @BlueRehn's work as both a postdoc and PhD candidate in @cabahCoE - Kindling a curiosity for the ancient past - In pursuit of ancient fires...
26 Feb 2024
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Our latest @creativechange article on music and social equity has been published in Social Justice Research!
Our latest @creativechange0 article on music and social equity has been published in Social Justice Research! Can Community Music Contribute to More Equitable Societies? A Critical Interpretive Synthesis
26 Feb 2024
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Congratulations to A/Prof Kerry Bodle from @Griffith_Uni for winning the 2023 Australian Awards for University Teaching Neville Bonner Award for Indigenous Education! 🏆👏
Fantastic news. Congrats to Associate professor Bodle and all this evening's winners. Australian Awards for University Teaching #AAUT Neville Bonner Award for Indigenous Education! 🏆👏
26 Feb 2024
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🚶♀️👣 Physical activity researchers are calling for feedback from families with children aged 8-17 years
Are you looking to STEP up your family's physical activity this year? 🚶♀️👣 Physical activity researchers are calling for feedback from families with children aged 8-17 years to help develop additional features in the 10,000 Steps app and website. CQUniversity’s 10,000 Steps program is gearing up to promote physical activity…
26 Feb 2024
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University researchers have banded together to form a specialised group that aims to combat health misinformation and promote health literacy. MORE 👉https://t.co/1QC9NS8m0a @SKhalesi @PhDsleepy @cc_gupta @lab_nh @irwin_cg https://t.co/FpOWBcovGx
University researchers have banded together to form a specialised group that aims to combat health misinformation and promote health literacy. The HealthWise team, which sits under CQUniversity’s Appleton Institute, is made up of experts in the fields of diet and nutrition, physical activity, sleep, and alcohol - with a focus…
26 Feb 2024
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What happens when we outsource boring but important work to AI? Research shows we forget how to do it ourselves
In 2009, an Air France jet crashed into the ocean, leaving no survivors. The plane’s autopilot system shut down and the pilots, having become reliant on their computerised assistant, were unable to correct the situation manually. In 2015, a bus driver in Europe typed the wrong destination into his GPS…
26 Feb 2024
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Video game rewards study reveals gamer Good Samaritans
Gamers who chose to be good Samaritans while playing through a zombie apocalypse were more likely to be prosocial post-game, according to new QUT research.
26 Feb 2024
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Bushfire smoke affects children differently. Here’s how to protect them
Bushfires are currently burning in Australian states including Victoria, Tasmania, Western Australia and South Australia. In some areas, fire authorities have warned residents about the presence of smoke. Bushfire smoke is harmful to our health.
23 Feb 2024
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Cutting edge building to spur innovation at JCU
North Queensland’s best and brightest Engineering and IT minds will now have a $100 million state-of-the-art facility to call home at James Cook University’s newest building in Townsville.
23 Feb 2024
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First reports of severe coral bleaching this summer as the Great Barrier Reef warms up
As ocean temperatures continue to warm over the Great Barrier Reef this summer, James Cook University scientists have reported areas of moderate to severe coral bleaching around the Keppel Islands, offshore from Rockhampton.
23 Feb 2024
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Emissions from households’ water use are on a par with aviation.
Why is there such a big gap between people, industries and government agreeing we need urgent action on climate change, and actually starting? Scope 3 emissions are a great example. These are greenhouse gas emissions that organisations can influence, but don’t directly control. Our research has identified the benefits of…
23 Feb 2024
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Deadly opioid detected in wastewater for the first time
University of Queensland researchers and international collaborators have found a deadly synthetic drug in wastewater in the United States – the first such detection globally. Dr Richard Bade from UQ’s Queensland Alliance for Environmental Health Sciences led a team which analysed wastewater samples from eight locations in seven US states…
23 Feb 2024
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Zinc discovery holds promise for people with cystic fibrosis
UQ researchers have identified an opportunity to reduce infections in people living with cystic fibrosis. Professor Matt Sweet, Dr Kaustav Das Gupta and Dr James Curson from UQ’s Institute for Molecular Bioscience have discovered a fault in the bacteria-killing function of immune cells in people with CF and a potential…
23 Feb 2024
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MND - We found several proteins that were driving disease forward and making it worse... we also found proteins that are increased early in disease and are protective.
"We found several proteins that were driving disease forward and making it worse... we also found proteins that are increased early in disease and are protective." @QldBrainInst researcher @Rebecca_SanGlia explains how her protein map could offer therapeutic pathways for #MND.
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It's #CPAW24! Prof Erik Thompson is leading @QUT, @MetSthHealth, & @CSIRO researchers in pioneering portable NMR imaging for breast cancer.
It's #CPAW24! Prof Erik Thompson is leading @QUT, @MetSthHealth, & @CSIRO researchers in pioneering portable NMR imaging for breast cancer. This tech monitors breast density, aiding cancer risk assessment, especially for younger women, and expands rural access.
23 Feb 2024
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Eavesdropping on endangered pink cockatoos with AI and bioacoustics
QUT researchers are using AI and bioacoustics technology to investigate the behaviour and distribution of the Eastern Pink Cockatoo in Queensland (Eastern Major Mitchell’s Cockatoo), an Australian bird recently uplisted to endangered.
22 Feb 2024
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Sustainable innovation: Intellectual property, technology transfer, and global public goods
The role of intellectual property rights in technology transfer to developing countries and least developed countries to achieve the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) is a major theme of a new international collection of writing on intellectual property rights and the SDGs.
22 Feb 2024
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Sentinels of the sea: ancient boulder corals are key to reef survival in a warmer world
Seas surrounding Australia this month hit an alarming level of warming. It comes on the back of serious marine heatwaves in the Northern Hemisphere summer. Such warming is highly dangerous for corals. Every half a degree of ocean warming increases their risk of bleaching and potential death.
22 Feb 2024
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Griffith ecology and AI researchers are hoping for some koala-ity footage with the first in-field camera installation workshop taking place
Griffith ecology and AI researchers are hoping for some koala-ity footage with the first in-field camera installation workshop taking place this week for koala community action groups.
22 Feb 2024
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Great to host @StevenJMiles today for the announcement of the $570 million Queensland Battery Industry Strategy
Great to host @StevenJMiles today for the announcement of the $570 million Queensland Battery Industry Strategy to make QLD the battery industry capital of Australia. #QUT Advance Battery Facility at Banyo will play a crucial role in the success of this strategy.
22 Feb 2024
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Transforming nursing assessment in acute hospitals
A large-scale participatory study led by QUT researchers has shown how optimising ward nursing physical assessment for early changes and trends in patient condition can enhance hospital safety.
22 Feb 2024
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Congratulations, TRI-based A/Prof @sumaira_hasnain from @MaterResearch for your collaborative work with UQ researchers on tackling antibiotic resistant bacteria
Congratulations, TRI-based A/Prof @sumaira_hasnain from @MaterResearch for your collaborative work with @UQ_News @IMBatUQ researchers on tackling antibiotic resistant bacteria - with potential to address the threat of UTIs, meningitis and sepsis.
22 Feb 2024
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New study assesses impact of purpose on top 100 ASX companies
Discovering what drives some of Australia’s largest companies, the ASX100 Purpose Matters report, provides insight about the motivations behind companies shaping the country. The report analysed the purpose statements of Australia’s top 100 Australian Stock Exchange (ASX) companies, a list that includes household names such as JB Hi-Fi, Telstra, Qantas…
22 Feb 2024
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Revealing what makes bacteria life–threatening
Queensland researchers have discovered that a mutation allows some E. coli bacteria to cause severe disease, a finding that could help to combat antibiotic resistance. Professor Mark Schembri and Dr Nhu Nguyen from the Institute for Molecular Bioscience and Associate Professor Sumaira Hasnain from Mater Research found the mutation in…
22 Feb 2024
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A botanical Pompeii: we found spectacular Australian plant fossils from 30 million years ago
Details of a silicified fern fossil. Geoff Thompson/Queensland MuseumThe Australian continent is now geologically stable. But volcanic rocks, lava flows and a contemporary landscape dotted with extinct volcanoes show this wasn’t always the case. Between 40 and 20 million years ago – during the Eocene to Miocene epochs – there…
21 Feb 2024
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🌳Dr Keith Armstrong will present his #sciart project 'Forest Art Intelligence' at our Samford Peri-urban SuperSite
🌳Dr Keith Armstrong will present his #sciart project 'Forest Art Intelligence' at our Samford Peri-urban SuperSite, highlighting the key roles art & artists play alongside #science & public policy in shaping solutions to #environmental issues.
21 Feb 2024
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Biosolids containing microplastics used on farm lands
Study reveals 1-17kg of microplastic per biosolid tonne could be used on agricultural lands. As we strive towards a circular economy, the application of treated sewage sludge (biosolids) to land is an opportunity to enhance soil health and reduce the reliance on synthetic fertilisers. However, a growing concern looms over…
21 Feb 2024
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🐟🪸A team of international and North Queensland researchers from JCU have found the link between fishes and corals may not be as strong as scientists had always assumed.
🐟🪸A team of international and North Queensland researchers from JCU have found the link between fishes and corals may not be as strong as scientists had always assumed. @Pooven_Muruga @bellwoodlab Lead author, JCU PhD candidate Pooventhran Muruga, examined more than 4600 reports on the relationship between fishes and corals.
20 Feb 2024
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Revolutionary artificial heart a lifeline for heart failure patients
Transdisciplinary consortium to develop and commercialise revolutionary and life-changing implantable cardiac devices.
20 Feb 2024
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RT @JeromeOLLIER: Microplastics present in muscles, intestines of South East Queensland sharks
Researchers have discovered not only microplastics but also a higher abundance of cellulose-based fibers in the intestine samples of four apex shark species caught off the coast of South East Queensland (SEQ).The study, "Microplastics and other anthropogenic fibers in large apex shark species: Abundance, characteristics, and recommendations for future research,"
20 Feb 2024
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UQ start–up to help solar farms power on
A tech start–up from UQ is set to make efficiencies in the renewable energy sector by detecting faults in solar farm panels. Associate Professor Rahul Sharma from UQ’s School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science developed a system using machine learning algorithms to analyse data and detect faulty and underperforming…
20 Feb 2024
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Giant new snake species identified in the Amazon
A team of scientists on location with a film crew in the remote Amazon has uncovered a previously undocumented species of giant anaconda. Professor Bryan Fry from The University of Queensland led a team which captured and studied several specimens of the newly named northern green anaconda (Eunectes akayima), located…
20 Feb 2024
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Australian-first research reveals the high cost of vaping
QIMR Berghofer researchers have warned that the increased prevalence of vaping could ultimately cost the Australian health system upwards of $180 million each year, just from a portion of users taking up tobacco smoking. It is estimated 13 per cent of people who vape but have never smoked before, transition…
20 Feb 2024
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Microplastics present in muscles, intestines of SEQ sharks
Queensland white, scallop hammerhead, tiger and bull sharks not immune from plastic contamination. Researchers have discovered not only microplastics but also a higher abundance of cellulose-based fibres in the intestine samples of four apex shark species caught off the coast of South East Queensland (SEQ).
20 Feb 2024
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Prostate cancer treatment given new hope with MRFF win
New anti-cancer agents to treat advanced prostate cancer aim of MRFF grant. A Griffith University team with the aim of developing a new generation of anti-cancer agents for the treatment of advanced prostate cancer is among the 110 health and medical research projects awarded a share of nearly $230 million…
20 Feb 2024
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New research from Silverchain and QUT will explore the key factors that enable people to receive palliative care at home.
New research from Silverchain and @QUT will explore the key factors that enable people to receive palliative care at home and ultimately to die in their preferred place. The research is being undertaken by QUT PhD student Norah Elvidge.
19 Feb 2024
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Asteroids, comets and their associated dust and debris are continually being nudged around by the gravity of the planets - changing the paths they follow through space.
"Asteroids, comets and their associated dust and debris are continually being nudged around by the gravity of the planets - changing the paths they follow through space." an astrophysicist at the University of Southern Queensland in Australia, tells Newsweek’s Jess Thomson ☄️ @JontiHorner via Smithsonian Magazine!
19 Feb 2024
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Improving screening of new drugs inspires QUT Fulbright Scholar
Speeding up the laborious process of discovering and testing new, potentially life-saving drugs is what inspires QUT’s newest Fulbright Scholar, Biomedical Engineering PhD student Laura Milton, who will head to the University of Washington to work with researchers in advanced microfluidic devices.
16 Feb 2024
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Australian government approves release of QUT-developed GM Cavendish QCAV-4
The Australian Government has issued QUT a licence to commercially release QCAV-4, a genetically modified (GM) variety of Cavendish banana designed to help save the world’s Cavendish banana production. The QCAV-4 banana is the world’s first GM banana to be approved for commercial production and also the first Australian GM…
16 Feb 2024
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Australians are washing microplastics down the drain and it’s ending up on our farms
Australian wastewater treatment plants produce thousands of tonnes of treated sewage sludge every year. This nutrient-rich material is then dried to make “biosolids”, which are used to fertilise agricultural soil. Unfortunately every kilogram of biosolids also contains thousands of tiny pieces of plastic. These pieces are so small they can…
16 Feb 2024
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Big congrats to #QUT’s Michael Milford & team, winners of an @ITS_AUSTRALIA Award last night for their R&D in positioning for #AutonomousVehicles with @Ford Motor Company
A partnership between the QUT Centre for Robotics and the Ford Motor Company to develop improved localisation and perceptions techniques for autonomous vehicles has won the Excellence in Research and Development Award at the 14th Intelligent Transport Systems Australia Awards.
16 Feb 2024
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Trial for potential rheumatoid arthritis treatment begins
A potential new treatment for rheumatoid arthritis that focuses on the gut microbiome is set to be trialled on the Sunshine Coast, with researchers now seeking study participants. Principal Investigator Dr Peter de Wet said rheumatoid arthritis was an autoimmune disease that occurred when the immune system mistakenly attacks the…
16 Feb 2024
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Data science shown to expedite return of ancestral Indigenous remains
The return of the ancestral human remains of Australian and other Indigenous peoples held in anthropological collections could be sped up using machine-based deep learning according to a new study led by QUT computer scientists. Supported by the Australian Research Council, Dr Bashar and Professor Nayak worked with academics from…
16 Feb 2024
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Autonomous vehicles research project wins national acclaim
A partnership between the QUT Centre for Robotics and the Ford Motor Company to develop improved localisation and perceptions techniques for autonomous vehicles has won the Excellence in Research and Development Award at the 14th Intelligent Transport Systems Australia Awards.
16 Feb 2024
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Swimmers to be safer thanks to ‘CSI-like’ investigations into box jellyfish movements
Ground-breaking work by a James Cook University researcher could soon keep swimmers safer, thanks to a revolutionary technology that can track one of the world’s most venomous animals, the Australian box Jellyfish. In a new paper published in the Marine Ecology Progress series, JCU PhD candidate Scott Morrissey documents how…
16 Feb 2024
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Trapping sulfate to benefit health, industry and waterways
Scientists have developed a new method to measure and remove sulfate from water, potentially leading to cleaner waterways and more effective nuclear waste treatments. A collaborative team from The University of Queensland and Xiamen University in China has designed a cage-like molecule to trap sulfate, a naturally occurring ion, in…
15 Feb 2024
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Exercising your way out of depression
Exercise can be a powerful tool to fight depression and should be routinely prescribed as part of treatment plans, according to UQ research. Dr Michael Noetel from UQ’s School of Psychology reviewed more than 200 studies looking at the effect of exercise, psychotherapy and antidepressants in treating depression.
15 Feb 2024
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QUT students take the fast track with BMW internships
The long-standing relationship between QUT and leading global car and motorcycle manufacturer BMW Group and its subsidiaries continues to provide life-changing opportunities for engineering and design students.
15 Feb 2024
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🧵🐝Pollen sticks to a honeybees legs via a distinct spiky surface. Nature perfected this method, now we're mirroring it in health to save lives.
🧵🐝Pollen sticks to a honeybees legs via a distinct spiky surface. Nature perfected this method, now we're mirroring it in health to save lives. How? By sticking antiretrovirals - which fail to fight against virus if not taken on time - to a #HIV patient's gastrointestinal tract
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💎🔬A “supercharged” electron microscope worth almost $2 million is set to place JCU researchers at the forefront of the green energy revolution.
💎🔬A “supercharged” electron microscope worth almost $2 million is set to place JCU researchers at the forefront of the green energy revolution. CU’s Advanced Analytical Centre (AAC) in Townsville, the microscope will allow JCU to continue its work with mining industry partners to identify valuable mineral deposits and rare earth…
15 Feb 2024
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CQU’s Jawun Research Centre has secured $3M in federal funding to conduct research that aims to advance work on Closing the Gap targets.
CQU’s Jawun Research Centre has secured $3M in federal funding to conduct research that aims to advance work on Closing the Gap targets. Project lead and Jawun researcher Janya McCalman said CQUniversity was one of 110 successful entities to be funded through the Australian Government’s Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF).
15 Feb 2024
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Dr Song and AIBN Senior group leader Prof Michael Yu are embarking on a 10mth proof-of-concept study to simplify oral antiretroviral dose timing to boost patient compliance levels \
Backed by a $50K grant from the Australian Centre for HIV and Hepatitis Virology Research, Dr Song and AIBN Senior group leader Prof Michael Yu are embarking on a 10mth proof-of-concept study to simplify oral antiretroviral dose timing to boost patient compliance levels #ACH4
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Satellites unveil the size and nature of the world's coral reefs
UQ–led research has shown there is more coral reef area across the globe than previously thought, with detailed satellite mapping helping to conserve these vital ecosystems. Dr Mitchell Lyons from UQ’s School of the Environment, working as part of the Allen Coral Atlas project, said scientists have now identified 348,000…
14 Feb 2024
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Research finds food and eating linked to social and emotional well-being
Researchers at QUT have investigated the association between social isolation, or loneliness, and food and eating-related behaviours both during and outside of COVID-19 lockdowns. Dr Katherine Hanna, Jenna Cross, Amy Nicholls and Professor Danielle Gallegos, from the QUT School of Exercise and Nutrition Sciences, conducted the review published in the…
14 Feb 2024
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👏Congratulations to @samantha_tol, who has been named a @Science_Academy Margaret Middleton Fund recipient for her project investigating whether green sea turtle faeces increases seagrass seed germination and seedling success through fertilisation.
👏Congratulations to @samantha_tol, who has been named a @Science_Academy Margaret Middleton Fund recipient for her project investigating whether green sea turtle faeces increases seagrass seed germination and seedling success through fertilisation.
14 Feb 2024
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UQ health and medical research secures $10.2 million boost
Researchers from The University of Queensland have received more than $10.2 million through 6 Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) schemes to address gaps in health and medical research.
14 Feb 2024
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UQ health and medical research secures $10.2 million boost
Researchers from The University of Queensland have received more than $10.2 million through 6 Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) schemes to address gaps in health and medical research.
14 Feb 2024
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High–tech spray prevents and cures rusty plant threat
Researchers from The University of Queensland have developed a treatment that can both prevent and cure infection caused by an invasive fungal disease devastating native Australian plants. PhD candidate Rebecca Degnan, Dr Anne Sawyer and Professor Neena Mitter worked with the Department of Agriculture and Fisheries to develop an environmentally…
14 Feb 2024
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Research finds overuse of multivitamins in pregnancy
Pregnant women trying to stay healthy for their babies are relying too heavily on multivitamins instead of good food in their second trimesters, according to a new study led by the University of the Sunshine Coast and Mater Research. The pilot study, led by UniSC health researcher Dr Linda Gallo…
13 Feb 2024
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Not such a silly (seaweed) sausage
Our researchers used 'seaweed sausages' in a trial project to help purify Moreton Bay waterways. Here's a bit of background on how they did and what they found. When seaweeds grow, they strip pollutants such as heavy metals, excess nutrients, and oil residue from the water, which is a potentially…
13 Feb 2024
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New sun safety advice tailored for Australia’s diverse population
A new paper led by researchers from QIMR Berghofer paves the way for more specific public health information to provide a better balance between the harms and benefits of sun exposure in Australia. The paper, which has been published in the Australian and New Zealand Journal of Public Health, acknowledges…
13 Feb 2024
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Guardians of the Hollywood squid biology
When Professor Scott Cummins sat down to watch Guardians of the Galaxy Vol 3, he had no idea his work was about to make it's Hollywood debut. cott, along with fellow researchers, identified the molecule responsible for producing the violent trigger – loligo beta-microseminoprotein.
13 Feb 2024
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Robots to make banana processing more a-peeling
Scientists are researching and developing new technology to build a prototype robot arm that will automate the repetitive and intensive parts of banana processing, resulting in significant efficiencies for the banana industry. Banana de-handing is the process of separating the banana fruit from the stalk and it is a repetitive…
13 Feb 2024
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Multi-million-dollar partnership with Griffith and Blackmore Family Foundation to develop world-class business leadership
Griffith University is partnering with renowned Australian business leader Marcus Blackmore AM with his Blackmore Family Foundation providing a $6.3 million philanthropic gift to pave the way for world-class business leadership in Australia. The Blackmore Family Foundation’s investment will establish the Blackmore Chair within Griffith Business School, and create the…
13 Feb 2024
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Non-executive directors value own kudos over shareholder value
Social recognition and the cachet of being a corporate director are stronger motivators than money for non-executive directors to remain on boards, causing stagnation and potentially lowering shareholder value, an international study by QUT and UK researchers has found. Dr Natalie Elms, from the QUT School of Accountancy, and Dr…
12 Feb 2024
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Children failing to get adequate nutrition in early education centres
Researchers at The University of Queensland have found meals provided in early education and childcare centres in some low socio–economic communities are not meeting national dietary recommendations. Dr Bonnie Searle from the Queensland Brain Institute led a study of 55 mealtimes at 10 Queensland childcare centres in communities where the…
12 Feb 2024
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Jian Zhou Medal - a lasting global legacy that demonstrates the way innovative science can improve health.
When molecular biologist and virologist Professor Jian Zhou died at just 42, he had already had an impact on human health that would help save hundreds of thousands of lives. Dr Jian Zhou and inaugural TRI CEO Prof @ianhfrazer developed technology underpinning Gardasil and Cervarix vaccines. Now, the Jian Zhou Medal…
12 Feb 2024
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Dangerous pregnancy complications linked to COVID–19
DNA changes consistent with life–threatening pregnancy complications have been found in the placentas of pregnant women infected by COVID–19, according to University of Queensland researchers. Dr Arutha Kulasinghe from UQ’s Frazer Institute led a study which compared placental tissue from unvaccinated women who’d tested positive to SARS-CoV-2 within 15 days…
9 Feb 2024
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UQ researcher investigates Indigenous health inequalities
A UQ researcher has been awarded more than $1.5 million from the National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) to work with Indigenous communities to help address health inequalities among Indigenous children and adolescents living in Australian cities. Associate Professor Abdullah Mamun from the UQ Poche Centre for Indigenous Health…
9 Feb 2024
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Problematic 'zombie leadership' lives on
Outdated perceptions of leadership persist across society despite being repeatedly debunked, University of Queensland research has found. Professor Alex Haslam from UQ’s School of Psychology led research into ideas about leadership which are still popular despite being harmful for individuals, groups, and organisations.
8 Feb 2024
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UQ research reveals nutrition potential of budding bushfood
A bushfood staple could be the centre of a new Indigenous industry, according to a University of Queensland researcher. Sera Susan Jacob from the ARC Centre for Uniquely Australian Foods has identified the properties and potential of wattleseed, an edible seed or legume from the Australian Acacia, used traditionally as…
8 Feb 2024
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PhD support needed for AI-human partnership on the road
Automated vehicles that understand human emotions, intentions and needs, will be the focus of a new QUT industry collaboration that is currently recruiting for PhD support. The Empathic Machines project is the result of a QUT industry collaboration with international driver monitoring systems provider and long-standing Centre for Accident Research…
8 Feb 2024
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Research team conduct deep field UAV operations and science in remote Antarctica
QUT expertise in operating drones in extreme environments is being harnessed to conduct world-first UAV (drone) and ground surveys in a remote part of Antarctica. UAV pilots from QUT, Matthew Swan and Julian Galvez and QUT researcher Dr Toby Travers are currently doing world first biodiversity and conservation values drone…
8 Feb 2024
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QUT joins research consortium to combat corneal blindness
The Australian Government has awarded $35 million to a national research BIENCO consortium involving QUT that is leading the charge against corneal blindness. QUT researchers will contribute expertise in growing eye tissue cells. he QUT node of BIENCO is led by Professor Damien Harkin from the School of Biomedical Sciences…
7 Feb 2024
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UQ research gets global boost
A new way to deliver brain cancer treatment and how socioeconomic status impacts on health care access are among projects to be investigated by this year's University of Queensland Fulbright scholars. Four researchers will travel to the United States as part of the prestigious Fulbright Scholarship to solve global challenges…
6 Feb 2024
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Fatty acids hold clue to creating memories
Researchers at The University of Queensland have revealed the crucial role of saturated fatty acids in the brain’s consolidation of memories. Dr Isaac Akefe from UQ’s Queensland Brain Institute has uncovered the molecular mechanism and identified the genes underlying the memory creation process, opening the door to a potential treatment…
6 Feb 2024
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Evidence of overdiagnosis of non-cancer conditions
Overdiagnosis of conditions other than cancer is occurring, and researchers now have a way of estimating it. Researchers from Bond University's Institute for Evidence-Based Healthcare, Dr Sharon Sanders, Dr Mark Jones and Professor Paul Glasziou AO, and researchers from the University of Sydney, the University of Queensland, Monash University and…
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Brain cancer is the deadliest paediatric cancer and survival rates haven't improved in decades.
Brain cancer is the deadliest paediatric cancer and survival rates haven't improved in decades. Now, TRI-based @UQ_News researchers Di Yu (@YUmmunology) and Brandon Wainwright are developing an mRNA vaccine for ependymoma cancers. @UQMedicine #FrazerInstUQ
6 Feb 2024
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Resilience plan for Queensland tourism unveiled
A three–year project led by UQ and the tourism industry has delivered a roadmap to help one of the state's most important sectors develop resilience and recover from disaster. The Queensland Tourism Workforce Crisis Resilience and Recovery Strategy is a toolkit for employees, operators and other stakeholders based on research…
5 Feb 2024
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Horses, camels and deer get a bad rap for razing plants – but our new research shows they’re no worse than native animals
Large introduced herbivores such as feral horses and camels are often seen as “invasive” species which damage native plants. My colleagues and I published new research in Science testing this assumption and found it isn’t true. Instead, both native and introduced species of plant-eating megafauna (weighing over 45 kilos) have…
2 Feb 2024
Queensland University of Technology
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Gen Z look for job security
A new study of Generation Z workers has found they have lower expectations of promotion and a greater need for employment security than millennials. ames Cook University’s Professor of Organisational Behaviour Eddy Ng was co-author of a study that interviewed nearly 40,000 people who were either Generation Y Millennials (born…
2 Feb 2024
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New genus of ‘alien-faced’ multi-legged forest dwellers discovered
UniSC researchers have uncovered a new genus and five new species of millipedes in remote African jungles – and say the many-legged creatures could hold important clues to whether woody vines are choking or protecting the world’s forests.
2 Feb 2024
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Research to save tiny bats from housing crisis
Tiny insect-eating bats that weigh less than a tablespoon of butter but munch several times their body weight in mosquitoes, moths and pest insects every night are facing their own South East Queensland housing crisis.
2 Feb 2024
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Machine learning to battle COVID–19 bacterial co–infection
University of Queensland researchers have used machine learning to help predict the risk of secondary bacterial infections in hospitalised COVID–19 patients. The machine learning technique can help detect whether antibiotic use is critical for patients with these infections. Associate Professor Kirsty Short from the School of Chemistry and Molecular Biosciences…
2 Feb 2024
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The gut microbiome is an area of research which affects many different aspects of human health, including brain function.
The gut microbiome is an area of research which affects many different aspects of human health, including brain function. Svetlina Vasileva, a PhD student in the Eyles lab at the Queensland Brain Institute (QBI), is exploring the role of the gut microbiome in individuals diagnosed with schizophrenia. 🔬
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🌪🌊JCU's Centre for Disaster Studies has launched two public online surveys to understand community impact of Tropical Cyclone Kirrily and Tropical Cyclone Jasper.
🌪🌊JCU's Centre for Disaster Studies has launched two public online surveys to understand community impact of Tropical Cyclone Kirrily and Tropical Cyclone Jasper and the resulting major flood event.
1 Feb 2024
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Timber efficiencies could help ease nation's housing crisis
University of Queensland researchers have found improving timber production efficiencies by just 5% could unlock supply for an extra 8,000 homes to be built in Australia each year.
31 Jan 2024
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Favourite Aussie foods linked to Alzheimer's
A study has found a strong link between Alzheimer's disease and the daily consumption of meat-based and processed foods. Researchers at Bond University came to the conclusion after examining the diets of 438 Australians - 108 with Alzheimer's and 330 in a healthy control group. Those diagnosed with Alzheimer’s tended…
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Assessing impacts of drought, water extraction on groundwater from space
ARC project to identify groundwater availability and risks associated with groundwater extraction. Funded by an Australian Research Council (ARC) Discovery Early Career Researcher Award worth more than $428,000, the project will generate insights into the mechanisms driving changes in groundwater availability and help identify the risks associated with groundwater extraction.
31 Jan 2024
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#UQ research has looked at the use of non-English language literature in conservation-related reviews
#UQ research has looked at the use of non-English language literature in conservation-related reviews, surveying authors to understand the barriers to including non-English language literature. Systematic reviews and maps are considered a reliable form of research evidence, but often neglect non-English-language literature, which can be a source of important evidence.
31 Jan 2024
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Gold Coast-based paramedics have united with ambulance staff in Mongolia as part of an ongoing @Griffith_Health-led project to enhance emergency medical services
Gold Coast-based paramedics have united with ambulance staff in Mongolia as part of an ongoing @Griffith_Health-led project to enhance emergency medical services (EMS) and disaster capacity. The team of Griffith health experts joined five paramedics from Australia, Papua New Guinea, the United States and Canada at the EMS training headquarters…
31 Jan 2024
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Does your foot shape dictate how well you do the locomotion, baby?
An ARC-funded research collaboration between Griffith University and UQ is reshaping our understanding of human biomechanics, specifically through the interplay of foot form and function. The study went beyond historical examination of foot components in isolation, highlighting the foot’s complex morphology, variability, and movement capability.
30 Jan 2024
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How tourism will change with global warming?
How tourism will change with global warming? It is both a contributor to climate change and a victim of it -- as our global wanderlust comes under the spotlight.
30 Jan 2024
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New pharmacists’ training: a prescription for gender inclusion
Research has revealed transgender and gender diverse (TGD) people in Australia experience unequal treatment in some pharmacy settings, but a new training program is helping to restore the balance. James Cook University PhD candidate Mrs Swapna Chaudhary, supervised by Professor Beverley Glass and Associate Professor Robin Ray, considered the experience…
30 Jan 2024
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Think of classic text bubbles on an iPhone. Now imagine that's how cancer sends messages within your body.
Think of classic text bubbles on an iPhone. Now imagine that's how cancer sends messages within your body. There's no satisfying swish at the end - it's done secretly so our body doesn't pick it up early and foil the plan of proliferating until it's taken over. So HOW is…
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Using science to help save Sunshine Coast koalas
UniSC's Detection Dogs for Conservation are working with groups across the Sunshine Coast to save the region's koalas.
30 Jan 2024
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More funding for sea turtle centre, as researchers investigate mystery disease
Marine research in the Fraser Coast has received a major funding boost from the Federal Government, as UniSC scientists examine a potential link between the habitat health and a mystery shell-wasting disease in endangered sea turtles and for the planned Fraser Coast Turtle Rehabilitation and Research Centre, led by the…
30 Jan 2024
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Nasal high flow therapy in remote hospitals: guideline development using a modified Delphi technique.
Nasal high flow therapy in remote hospitals: guideline development using a modified Delphi technique. In remote Australian hospitals there are no onsite paediatric intensive care units (PICUs), increasing the reliance on aeromedical retrieval to access tertiary care. Nasal high flow (NHF) therapy is an oxygen therapy used in tertiary hospitals…
30 Jan 2024
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Lack of support for pet owners in crisis
Pet owners facing crisis situations, including those who are victims of domestic violence, are suffering from a lack of support services needed to protect them. A new review of international research evidence and Australian policies by James Cook University PhD candidate Jasmine Montgomery and Associate Professors Janice Lloyd and Zhanming…
30 Jan 2024
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🎖️Congratulations to Adjunct Professor Dr Helen MacGillivray for receiving a Member of the Order of Australia (AM)
🎖️Congratulations to Adjunct Professor Dr Helen MacGillivray for receiving a Member of the Order of Australia (AM) in the General Division of the 2024 Australia Day honours list for her significant service to mathematics & statistics education.
29 Jan 2024
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From the bull ant sting to the ‘physical torture’ of the irukandji, #UQ venom expert Associate Prof Bryan Fry ranks Australia most painful creatures
From the bull ant sting to the ‘physical torture’ of the irukandji, #UQ venom expert Associate Prof Bryan Fry ranks Australia’s most painful creatures
29 Jan 2024
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Congratulations, TRI-based Prof Carmel Hawley for her appointment as a Member of the Order of Australia (AM) for significant service to kidney medicine.
Congratulations, TRI-based Prof Carmel Hawley (@qldhealth, @MetSthHealth, @pahospital, @UQ_News, @UQMedicine) for her appointment as a Member of the Order of Australia (AM) for significant service to kidney medicine as a researcher, clinician and mentor.
29 Jan 2024
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Those looking up at the sky in Cairns may have recently witnessed an unusual plane flying over.
Those looking up at the sky in Cairns may have recently witnessed an unusual plane flying over ✈️ The Max Planck Institute of Chemistry from Mainz, Germany, along with scientific partners including CQUniversity researchers - are measuring atmospheric molecular quantities in the maritime continent using a large business jet that’s…
29 Jan 2024
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👏🤝We extend our congratulations to the JCU staff and alumni who have been recognised in the 2024 Australia Day Honours lists
👏🤝We extend our congratulations to the JCU staff and alumni who have been recognised in the 2024 Australia Day Honours lists, as well as local award recipients.
29 Jan 2024
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Who we care about is limited – but our research shows how humans can expand their ‘moral circle’
A cost-of-living crisis, the ongoing impact of COVID, climate change, and numerous global conflicts and refugee crises. When it feels like so many people are doing it tough, how do we decide where to direct our compassion? In a world that seems increasingly fractured, we wanted to find out if…
29 Jan 2024
University of Queensland
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Saving lives while saving the environment
Nursing, medical, and other healthcare students are all in the business of learning clinical skills to save lives. But thanks to an innovative project spearheaded by an aspiring doctor from Toowoomba, they could also be saving the environment. Recent University of Southern Queensland graduate and research assistant Georgia Poole, together…
29 Jan 2024
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Likelihood of more ambulance callouts as heatwave conditions continue
As Australia swelters through a long, hot summer, the effects of heatwaves and the likelihood of ambulance callouts is at the heart of new Griffith University research. The study, published in the Australian and New Zealand Journal of Public Health, used a systematic review and meta-analysis to gauge the number…
29 Jan 2024
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Floating algae a raft for juvenile pelagic fish
Floating macroalgal acts as a raft that provides habitat for a diverse array of juvenile oceanic fish a new Griffith University-led study has found. Published in Estuarine, Coastal and Shelf Science, the study revealed that fish were more abundant around macroalgal rafts than in open water, with eleven species of…
29 Jan 2024
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A study by @MaterResearch including Professor Peter Nestor from the @QldBrainInst is aiming to change the lives of Australians crippled by an incurable form of #dementia
A study by @MaterResearch including Professor Peter Nestor from the @QldBrainInst is aiming to change the lives of Australians crippled by an incurable form of #dementia using advanced magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) technology.
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UQ community celebrated in Australia Day Honours
University of Queensland Vice–Chancellor Professor Deborah Terry and leading criminologist and educator, Professor Lorraine Mazerolle have received the nation's highest civil award in the 2024 Australia Day Honours. More than 40 members of the UQ community received Australia Day honours from ACs to OAMs.
26 Jan 2024
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Griffith PVC and AEL Director awarded with 2024 Australia Day Honours
A senior Griffith University executive and noted scientist and a distinguished education leader are among the many honoured in the 2024 Australia Day Honours List. Professor Neal Menzies, Pro Vice Chancellor (Sciences) and Professor Donna Pendergast (AEL) have been acknowledged with a Member of the Order of Australia (AM) award.
26 Jan 2024
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Flying foxes pollinate forests and spread seeds. Here’s how we can make peace with our noisy neighbours
Tolga Bat Hospital, CC BY-NDFlying foxes. Megabats. Fruit bats. Whatever name you choose, these fox-faced creatures are remarkable. Our four species help pollinate eucalyptus trees in eastern Australia, spread the seeds of rainforest trees, and make our summer skies spectacular. They’re some of the largest bats in the world. The…
26 Jan 2024
James Cook University
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Hard hats and humour: How laughter builds success in construction management
Research led by Bond University Professor of Management Ahmad Siddiquei found project managers with a good sense of humour are more likely to inspire workers to achieve creative goals. The findings come from a survey of 165 workers in 45 construction teams in China where employees face tight schedules, high…
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Exciting higher degree research scholarships at the intersection of sports, sports tech, and data science
Exciting higher degree research scholarships at the intersection of sports, sports tech, #DataScience & #AI! In all, 25 scholarships with @QUTDataScience for projects in athlete health & performance and team & sport strategy.
25 Jan 2024
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What drives us to be anonymous online
University of Queensland researchers have found there are two key reasons people choose to be anonymous online – self–expression or toxic behaviour. A team led by PhD candidate Lewis Nitschinsk from UQ’s School of Psychology collected data from more than 1,300 participants across the globe via an online survey and…
24 Jan 2024
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Have you ever read about a spreading wildfire, a coral bleaching event, or the deforestation of the Amazon, and felt a sense of sadness, concern, or even anxiety?
Have you ever read about a spreading wildfire, a coral bleaching event, or the deforestation of the Amazon, and felt a sense of sadness, concern, or even anxiety? #UQ's Dr @claudiafbenham studies these very emotions and spoke about her work at #TEDxUQ:
23 Jan 2024
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Avoid inflammatory food to help save ageing muscles: new research
If you’re aged over 65 and having trouble unscrewing a jar or climbing a staircase, you may want to check your diet for inflammatory foods.
23 Jan 2024
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How long does immunity last after a COVID infection?
Nearly four years into the pandemic, Australia, like many other countries, is still seeing large numbers of COVID cases. Some 860,221 infections were recorded around the country in 2023, while 30,283 cases have already been reported in 2024. This is likely to be a significant underestimate, with fewer people testing…
23 Jan 2024
Griffith University
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Vines strangle forests in warm temperatures, threaten planet’s cooling ‘carbon sink’: Global study
As earth records its hottest year ever, a global research collaboration has found warmer temperatures are a key driver in woody vines taking over the world’s forests – threatening their vital role in helping cool the atmosphere by storing carbon.
23 Jan 2024
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🎙️New podcast from JCU Adjunct Research Associate Dr Linda Hernandez Duran aimed at showing the human side of science.
🎙️New podcast from JCU Adjunct Research Associate Dr Linda Hernandez Duran aimed at showing the human side of science. 'Science Behind the Glass' shares the life stories of scientists and how scientific practice has defined them.
22 Jan 2024
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Ever considered that the solution to our plastic problem may have been provided to us by nature?
Ever considered that the solution to our plastic problem may have been provided to us by nature? Dr Chris Rinke is an ARC Future Fellow and Senior Lecturer at the Australian Centre for Ecogenomics (ACE) at The University of Queensland, Australia. At the time of his talk, Dr Rinke's research…
22 Jan 2024
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Lack of fluoridated water a health risk for disadvantaged Queenslanders
Researchers have found Queenslanders from lower socio-economic areas are at higher risk of dental disease due to a lack of fluoridated water. University of Queensland biostatistician Christopher Sexton led a team that investigated the link between geographical areas’ socio-economic status and access to fluoridated water across the state.
22 Jan 2024
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Brain changes could predict mental distress in first year of high school
By looking closely at the brain, we may be able to identify which first-year high school students are more prone to psychological distress, new research has found. A study of young people aged 12 to 13, by neuroscientists at the University of the Sunshine Coast, was published this week in…
19 Jan 2024
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One third of small businesses end up in dispute with digital marketing providers
Digital marketing can be vital to the success of a small business yet one-in-three end up in a dispute with their provider, according to new research by the University of the Sunshine Coast. The Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman commissioned the UniSC study which is among the first in…
19 Jan 2024
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Chilled out tadpoles defy climate odds
UQ researchers have discovered a previously unknown mechanism that allows tadpoles in cold environments to mitigate the detrimental effects of ultraviolet radiation. The study, led by Coen Hird from UQ’s School of the Environment, challenges previous assumptions about the vulnerability of amphibians to climate change and sheds light on their…
19 Jan 2024
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Pandemic music struck a darker chord - A new study examining the music people listened to during the pandemic
A new study examining the music people listened to during the pandemic has revealed a taste for more downbeat and darker music. – in direct contrast to music recommended to raise the spirits. James Cook University psychology lecturer Dr Amanda Krause and PhD student Ms Kaila Putter, along with colleagues…
19 Jan 2024
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Shiyu discovery reveals Eastern Asia’s early human migrations
In a thought-provoking discovery, an international team of researchers have unearthed evidence shedding light on the ancient migration of Homo sapiens into eastern Asia around 45,000 years ago.
19 Jan 2024
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3D Knitted fabric formwork for concrete casting
Researchers are experimenting with knitted wool as an eco-friendly alternative to traditional metal, timber and fibreglass formwork used to build concrete columns. The new construction technique could be a waste-reducing alternative in an industry that contributes 11 percent of the world’s carbon emissions.
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RT by @Griffith_Uni: Embark on a journey with Dr Ronak into the groundbreaking partnership with Griffith University's ADaPT institute.
Embark on a journey with Dr Ronak into the groundbreaking partnership with Griffith University's ADaPT institute. Dr Ronak Reshamwala is a research fellow with the Clem Jones Centre for Neurobiology and Stem Cell Research at Menzies Health Institute Queensland working on the Spinal Injury Project - a translational research program…
19 Jan 2024
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Meet one of our #TheProblemSolver finalists, @QUT's Bioadhesives Team, who are developing a new range of ecofriendly underwater bioadhesives.
Meet one of our #TheProblemSolver finalists, @QUT's Bioadhesives Team, who are developing a new range of ecofriendly underwater bioadhesives. The team have developed a new range of ecofriendly underwater bioadhesives optimised for coral transplanting and stabilising coral rubble to repair damaged coral reefs.
19 Jan 2024
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What roles can music and sound play in driving and enabling sustainable development in the Asia-Pacific region and beyond.
The arts and culture are not explicitly represented in the UN SDGs (Sustainable Development Goals). However, local, national, and international stakeholders have increasingly recognised the importance of arts and culture in achieving them. Research suggests that music, for example, has an important role to play in driving and enabling sustainable…
19 Jan 2024
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Mini marsupial goes from sex fests to cannibal feasts
The mouse-sized marsupial famed for its mighty mating until it dies has now been observed eating its own dead. Associate Professor Andrew Baker (pictured above) from QUT School of Biology and Environmental Science said antechinuses were carnivorous marsupials well-known for suicidal sex sessions where all males die after the 1…
18 Jan 2024
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Research breakthrough set to personalise treatment for Cancer, Heart and Lung Disease
Queensland researchers at new Queensland Spatial Biology Centre (QSBC) have unveiled a pathology breakthrough that reveals how individual cells interact and in turn maps a pathway for highly personalised treatments for some of Australia’s most lethal diseases – cancer, heart and lung disease.
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💻JCU's Cave Automatic Virtual Environment (CAVE) is a visualisation lab fitted with floor-to-ceiling projection screens that aims to fully immerse people into a computer-generated environment.
💻JCU's Cave Automatic Virtual Environment (CAVE) is a visualisation lab fitted with floor-to-ceiling projection screens that aims to fully immerse people into a computer-generated environment. The projection screens are used to create a virtual environment that could be anything from a medical lab to the Australian outback.
18 Jan 2024
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Researchers from UQ have revealed the incredible way nocturnal coral reef fish use specialised retinas to achieve built-in night vision.
While scientists have known for some time about visual adaptations that help fish to see and survive in the dark, we did not understand how they work. Until now. Researchers @FCortesi and Dr Lily Fogg from UQ have revealed the incredible way nocturnal coral reef fish use specialised retinas to…
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How to host a climate positive Olympic Games
University of Queensland researchers say a requirement for the 2032 Brisbane Olympic and Paralympic Games to be climate positive presents an opportunity for the state to be bold and leave the city with a valuable legacy. Dr Tony Heynen and Prabhakaran Vanaraja Ambeth from the School of Chemical Engineering have…
18 Jan 2024
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“Don’t mince words”: The politics of alternative proteins
A study by QUT researchers has looked at the politics of alternative proteins (new meat alternatives) in Australia as lawmakers grapple with notions of competition, definitions and labelling.
18 Jan 2024
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Spider venom heart drug a step closer
A spider venom molecule being investigated by a University of Queensland team has met critical benchmarks towards becoming a treatment for heart attack and stroke. UQ’s Institute for Molecular Bioscience has previously shown that the drug candidate Hi1a protects cells from the damage caused by heart attack and stroke. A…
17 Jan 2024
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Protecting high value water sources in central Queensland
Griffith University researchers are taking a novel approach to understanding and protecting water sources in central Queensland’s Great Artesian Basin. This research program will reveal new knowledge about Great Artesian Springs ranging from cultural values and uses to a better understanding of biogeochemical processes, water flows and recharge for the…
17 Jan 2024
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Up to 5 billion people to be hit by rainfall changes this century if CO₂ emissions are not curbed, research shows
Three to five billion people – or up to two-thirds of the world’s population – are set to be affected by projected rainfall changes by the end of the century unless the world rapidly ramps up emissions reduction efforts, according to new research by myself and colleagues. To date, the…
17 Jan 2024
University of Queensland
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Each year, #UQ researchers team with Sea World Foundation to conduct health assessments on Moreton Bay's dugong population.
Each year, #UQ researchers team with Sea World Foundation to conduct health assessments on Moreton Bay's dugong population. These health assessments are critical to understanding impacts and potential key threats to this unique species.
17 Jan 2024
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The Bioplatforms Australia Annual Report 2023 is available online.
The Bioplatforms Australia Annual Report 2023 is available online. The report summarises our investments and showcases some of the fantastic research from our partners that we supported. Look forward to further amazing activities this year! #NCRISimpact
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Diagnosing stroke quickly is crucial. Research and innovation that allow for earlier detection and prompt medical intervention will help preserve brain function and enhance a person’s recovery
"Diagnosing stroke quickly is crucial. Research and innovation that allow for earlier detection and prompt medical intervention will help preserve brain function and enhance a person’s recovery," according to @QldBrainInst stroke researcher @matildebalbi
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Using competition for plasma donor recruitment and retention: An Australian university case study
Using evidence from one Australian university's participation in the Vampire Cup (an 8-week national inter-university blood donation competition), this study aimed to (1) understand important motivators and successful promotional strategies driving engagement in the competition, and (2) determine the impact of competition on the recruitment and retention of young adult…
16 Jan 2024
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While some chatbots have left an unsettling impression, could AI help to overcome the loneliness epidemic?
When 1 in 3 Australians are experiencing loneliness, there may be space for AI to fill gaps in our social lives. While some chatbots have left an unsettling impression, could AI help to overcome the loneliness epidemic?
16 Jan 2024
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Rare Australian parrot faces multi-virus threat
A critically endangered parrot, with a population numbering as few as 70 in the wild, could be at further risk after being found to carry half-a-dozen previously undetected viruses. New research from a team involving James Cook University Microbiologist and Senior Lecturer Dr Subir Sarker identified 11 viruses being harboured…
16 Jan 2024
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@jcu now has continuous domestic PhD scholarships: a PhD can start at any time of year.
JCU now has continuous domestic PhD scholarships: a PhD can start at any time of year. If you're interested in an applied PhD on global environmental conservation, satellite remote sensing or large-scale coastal ecosystem dynamics
15 Jan 2024
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The composition of our universe has puzzled scientists for a quarter of a century...
The composition of our universe has puzzled scientists for a quarter of a century, but new research by Prof @Tamarastro and more than 400 international scientists provides insight into the mysteries of dark energy.
15 Jan 2024
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Congratulations to @elise_kellett, who received the Joan Lawrence Endowment Prize for High Achieving Women in Neuroscience.
Congratulations to @elise_kellett, who received the Joan Lawrence Endowment Prize for High Achieving Women in Neuroscience. 💜 Elise is currently doing her #PhD in the @WalkerNeuroLab at the @QldBrainInst, researching potential therapeutic interventions in Motor Neuron Disease.
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🧠JCU Psychology Senior Lecturer Dr Liza van Eijk has been conducting research on post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and MR images of newborn children.
🧠JCU Psychology Senior Lecturer Dr Liza van Eijk has been conducting research on post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and MR images of newborn children. JCU Psychology Senior Lecturer Dr Liza van Eijk has always been interested in how human biology and human thought processes work together.
15 Jan 2024
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🧵#UQ researchers have created the Netflix of neuro-scientific software, solving the issue of portability, accessibility, and reproducibility.
🧵#UQ researchers have created the Netflix of neuro-scientific software, solving the issue of portability, accessibility, and reproducibility. Recently featured in Nature Methods, the Neurodesk app allows scientists to download remotely, on any device, with one click
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According to recent research conducted by Gold Coast’s Griffith University and Chile’s Andres Bello University, surfing’s worth a trillion dollars
According to recent research conducted by Gold Coast’s Griffith University and Chile’s Andres Bello University, surfing’s contribution to the global economy equates to a trillion dollars — purely through its value to our mental health.
13 Jan 2024
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Bond Associate Professor Peta Stapleton is a world-leading #researcher currently exploring the new form of #therapy known as Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT).
Bond Associate Professor Peta Stapleton is a world-leading #researcher currently exploring the new form of #therapy known as Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT). Read Professor Stapleton's article on the benefits of #EFT
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Oesophageal cancer has an astonishingly low survival rate, yet the detection method (endoscopy) seriously delays diagnosis.
Oesophageal cancer has an astonishingly low survival rate, yet the detection method (endoscopy) seriously delays diagnosis. What if we could save lives using a detection method that ONLY requires blood/saliva sample?
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In 2001, Ken Smith was diagnosed with Parkinson's, a condition that worsens over time and can severely impact a persons physical and mental health.
In 2001, Ken Smith was diagnosed with Parkinson's, a condition that worsens over time and can severely impact a persons physical and mental health. However, thanks to Deep Brain Stimulation, Ken has been able to get back to a normal life, which includes plenty of chess.
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☀️🐮🌱Did @BOM_au's #ElNino forecast bomb the 2023 cattle market?
☀️🐮🌱 Did @BOM_au's #ElNino forecast bomb the 2023 cattle market? Find out from our Dr Andrew Marshall via @beefcentral!
12 Jan 2024
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Tooth be told, pain-free and needle-free dentistry trial underway
A visit to the dentist has the potential to instil fear and anxiety in many Australians, but help is on the way with a game-changing device promising pain-free and needle-free dentistry.
12 Jan 2024
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🧵The spherical liquid metal nanoparticle printing method used by Dr Zhang, Dr Qiao, and Professor Davis was published in @Nature Communications and can be viewed here: https://t.co/M5wQGaqdTg
🧵The spherical liquid metal nanoparticle printing method used by Dr Zhang, Dr Qiao, and Professor Davis was published in @Nature Communications
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🧵The unique preparation methods allow our researchers to produce 4D printed designs that are solid, durable, and able to be manipulated with lasers to bend, grasp, lift, and release items five times their weight, or revert to a pre-programmed shape htt
🧵The unique preparation methods allow our researchers to produce 4D printed designs that are solid, durable, and able to be manipulated with lasers to bend, grasp, lift, and release items five times their weight, or revert to a pre-programmed shape https://t.co/vY9sgg3dvt
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🧵#4D printing tech could soon produce superior shape-shifting liquid metals for soft robotics
🧵#4D printing tech could soon produce superior shape-shifting liquid metals for soft robotics thanks to a method developed by lead researchers Dr Liwen Zhang + Dr @QiaoRuirui who used spherical liquid metal nanoparticles to prepare printing resins that are responsive to lasers👇
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Magic! In the quest for universal, fault-tolerant quantum computation, @riddhisw and co-authors demonstrate a proof of concept, crucial piece of error correction published
Magic! In the quest for universal, fault-tolerant quantum computation, @riddhisw and co-authors demonstrate a proof of concept, crucial piece of error correction published in Nature. Riddhi, a leading IBM researcher, joined #UQ’s QDHeC (Queensland Digital Health Centre) in 2024.
11 Jan 2024
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Social media leaves clues to mental health
Researchers are working on a way to better support people living with mental health concerns by analysing their social media posts. Usman Naseem is a lecturer in data science at James Cook University who led a study applying a new technique designed to find early warnings of mental health distress…
10 Jan 2024
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Octopus DNA contains grave warning for sea level rise
Scientists have used octopus DNA to discover that the West Antarctic Ice Sheet (WAIS) likely collapsed during the Last Interglacial period around 120,000 years ago – when global temperatures were similar to today. This provides the first empirical evidence that the tipping point of this ice sheet could be reached…
10 Jan 2024
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Viruses aren't always harmful. 6 ways they're used in health care and pest control
We tend to just think of viruses in terms of their damaging impacts on human health and lives. The 1918 flu pandemic killed around 50 million people. Smallpox claimed 30% of those who caught it, and survivors were often scarred and blinded. More recently, we’re all too familiar with the…
10 Jan 2024
Griffith University
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Scientists fight new spread of tropical disease
Scientists will use cutting-edge technology to determine and predict where the threat of the disease melioidosis is greatest, as the incidence of this dangerous condition increases. James Cook University microbiologist Associate Professor Jeffrey Warner will lead a Northern Australian research program, funded by a $1.5 million National Health and Medical…
10 Jan 2024
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UniSC researchers collect ‘the love language’ of crocodiles
Using video and acoustic recording equipment installed in Australia Zoo’s crocodile habitats, UniSC researchers have been collecting the ‘love language’ of Australia’s apex predators.
10 Jan 2024
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Coral – algae relationships investigated
A new project will uncover how corals select algae that best suit their needs and the extent to which this can change as corals adjust to different environmental conditions, such as surviving marine heatwaves. An Australian Research Council Discovery Project grant of just over half a million dollars is supporting…
10 Jan 2024
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Our researchers need your help to making new discoveries and develop solutions for real-world challenges.
Our researchers need your help to making new discoveries and develop solutions for real-world challenges. If you’d like to be part of making progress happen, participate in a QUT research study. Explore current studies: #QUT #QUTResearch #ResearchStudy
10 Jan 2024
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UQ leads the world's largest drug survey
Researchers from The University of Queensland have launched the world's biggest drug survey, to gain insight into drug use around the globe. The Global Drug Survey was started by the University College London and has been running annually since 2012. This year the survey is led by Dr Cheneal Puljevic…
10 Jan 2024
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Griffith and @UOW researchers have studied the risks posed to human health by intensive pig and poultry farm operations where the species are kept in close proximity to each other.https://t.co/8xuB2W5DPz
Griffith and @UOW researchers have studied the risks posed to human health by intensive pig and poultry farm operations where the species are kept in close proximity to each other. In the interests of animal welfare and public health, researchers make a case for improved farm animal conditions
10 Jan 2024
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The world is your oyster, when oysters are your world
From a PHD at the University of the Sunshine Coast, to hatcheries and First Nations’ farms in America, Canada and New Zealand – oysters have taken Dr Samantha Nowland around the world.
10 Jan 2024
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QUT and Qld Academy of Sport join forces for new student-athlete scholarships
QUT and the Queensland Academy of Sport have announced five new $10,000 scholarships that will be awarded to elite athletes who study at QUT in 2024. QUT’s Director of Sport, Emily Rosemond, said the scholarships would support promising Queensland talent in the decade leading up to the Brisbane 2032 Olympic…
9 Jan 2024
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Stargazers' new approach to reshape our understanding of the Universe
An international project mapping millions of galaxies has provided a 'tantalising' insight into the mysteries of dark energy and could reshape our understanding of the history of the Universe, according to a leading UQ astrophysicist.
9 Jan 2024
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Projections reveal the vulnerability of freshwater to climate change
Climate and land use changes are causing significant alterations in global terrestrial water storage, impacting extreme weather events such as floods and droughts, a Griffith University-led study has found. Published in One Earth, the study investigated terrestrial water storage and projected future changes under three different future climate change and…
9 Jan 2024
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How is the Christmas Island #GiantGecko surviving?
Researchers hope to uncover details about an elusive "giant" gecko which lives on a remote tropical island off Western Australia's coastline. University of Southern Queensland researcher JP Emery will travel to the remote Australian territory early next year to figure out why the unassuming lizard has survived when all others…
9 Jan 2024
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UQ develops tool to identify dust lung disease risk
A new dust testing methodology developed by University of Queensland researchers offers workers better protection from diseases such as black lung and silicosis. Leader of the Dust and Respiratory Health Program at the Sustainable Minerals Institute Nikky LaBranche said the escalating prevalence of dust lung diseases, especially among young Australians…
9 Jan 2024
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Very exciting news from #UQ researchers who have revealed the exciting possibilities behind the neuroimaging software Neurodesk.
Very exciting news from #UQ researchers who have revealed the exciting possibilities behind the neuroimaging software Neurodesk. Neuroimaging research requires purpose-built analysis software, which is challenging to install and may produce different results across computing environments.
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Dogs are incredible – if unlikely – allies in conservation
UniSC Detection Dogs for ConservationDogs have been working with people for centuries. Think hunting dogs, herding dogs, police dogs or search and rescue dogs. But have you heard of conservation dogs? Conservation dogs fall mainly into two categories: guardian dogs and sniffer dogs (also called scent, detection or detector dogs).
8 Jan 2024
University of the Sunshine Coast
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A collaborative @QIMRBerghofer study aim to inform skin cancer policy by exploring how low doses of UV change our skin.
In a collaborative @QIMRBerghofer study, #FrazerInstUQ's Prof Kiarash Khosrotehrani and #UQ colleagues Prof Rachel Neale and @DWhitemanQIMRB aim to inform skin cancer policy by exploring how low doses of UV change our skin.
8 Jan 2024
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The corpus callosum is a conduit allowing information to transmit from one side of the #brain.
The corpus callosum is a conduit allowing information to transmit from one side of the #brain. What can be seen in this #image are axons of the corpus callosum (red) navigating their way to the opposite cerebral hemisphere with the assistance of midline glial populations (green).
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CQUniversity has been named as one of the beneficiaries of the Medical Research Future Fund - 2022 Genomics Health Futures Mission Grant.👉https://t.co/Y6bmu54jBR https://t.co/zBie2yPA1C
CQUniversity has been named as one of the beneficiaries of the $66 million Medical Research Future Fund - 2022 Genomics Health Futures Mission Grant with almost $2 million allocated to the Jawun Research Centre for its project: Integrated Genetic HealthCare: Improving Access to Quality Genetic Services for Aboriginal and Torres…
5 Jan 2024
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A discovery team of international scientists at @QIMRBerghofer has potentially unlocked an entirely new approach to acute myeloid leukemia treatment.
A discovery team of international scientists at @QIMRBerghofer has potentially unlocked an entirely new approach to targeting the #bloodcancer acute myeloid leukemia, bringing hope to patients who are no longer responding to existing treatments.
5 Jan 2024
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Meet the Cancer Immunology and Therapy Group. Led by UQ Frazer Institute’s Dr Jazmina Gonzalez Cruz
Meet the Cancer Immunology and Therapy Group. Led by UQ Frazer Institute’s Dr Jazmina Gonzalez Cruz, the group is developing personalised cancer therapies at TRI, including a pipeline for tailored cancer vaccines. @UQ_News @UQMedicine #UQFrazerInst
4 Jan 2024
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RT by @QUT: Are holograms the future ? A convincing case made by @TekleHolo @QUT @ANUmedia and AxiomHolographic
Are holograms the future ? A convincing case made by @TekleHolo @QUT @ANUmedia and AxiomHolographic saying XR may be a freespace roomscale projected light experience. Worth thinking about🔬🔭
4 Jan 2024
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Chicken whisperers: humans crack the clucking code
A University of Queensland–led study has found humans can tell if chickens are excited or displeased, just by the sound of their clucks. Professor Joerg Henning from UQ’s School of Veterinary Science said researchers investigated whether humans could correctly identify the context of calls or clucking sounds made by domestic…
4 Jan 2024
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During childhood and into early adulthood, the brain undergoes more changes than any other body part.
During childhood and into early adulthood, the brain undergoes more changes than any other body part. But what are these changes? And how can they affect our abilities and behaviour? 🤔
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Farmers’ markets can enhance local food tourism experiences however new @QUT research identifies the unintended consequences
Farmers’ markets can enhance local food tourism experiences. Visitors who shop at farmers’ markets do so for pro-social reasons, however new @QUT research identifies the unintended consequences of these pro-social behaviors.
3 Jan 2024
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TRI-based @aruthak, @UQ_News colleagues and @AkoyaBio collaborators have stained a patient tissue sample, developed the world's first #singlecell resolved #biomarker profile for #headandneckcancer
TRI-based @aruthak, @UQ_News colleagues and @AkoyaBio collaborators have stained a patient tissue sample, developed the world's first #singlecell resolved #biomarker profile for #headandneckcancer and provided insights into how cancer cells adapt. https://t.co/gcyXVzTUne @GENbio https://t.co/ojg5VV118u
3 Jan 2024
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Landmark cerebral palsy study reveals benefits of exercise
Children with cerebral palsy (CP) have reported significant gains in cardiovascular fitness and mobility after taking part in a landmark research project led by The University of Queensland. Dr Sarah Reedman, a research fellow at Queensland Cerebral Palsy and Rehabilitation Research Centre, is leading the Run4HealthCP program which enables participants…
3 Jan 2024
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TRI's clinical research facility at @qldchildres is the focus of an article in @ResAustralia's magazine INSPIRE\
TRI's clinical research facility at @qldchildres is the focus of an article in @ResAustralia's magazine INSPIRE: Advances in Paediatric Health and Medical Research. Read about the work of @UQ_News, @QUT, @MaterResearch and @childhealthqld
2 Jan 2024
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Some memories seem seared into our brains, while others are just fleeting wisps of recollection.
Some memories seem seared into our brains, while others are just fleeting wisps of recollection. So, what affects the strength and duration of memories? 💪
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RT by @CQU: One way to protect our ecosystems is to confer legal rights on them
One way to protect our ecosystems is to confer legal rights on them says law expert Alexandra McEwan + colleagues (@CQU). This idea is at the heart of the ‘rights of nature’ movement – but Australia has few examples of this principle.
2 Jan 2024
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#Endometrial #cancer is the 4th most common cancer in Aus women, but treatment options are limited.
#Endometrial #cancer is the 4th most common cancer in Aus women, but treatment options are limited. Listen #BodyLab: A/Professors @DrTracyO + @Glubbster's advanced genetic analyses for new treatments are so impressive US @DeptofDefense backed their work.
29 Dec 2023
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Can a worm protein cure asthma? Will tiny, manufactured hearts help us treat disease? Just how bad are most melanomas?
Can a worm protein cure asthma? Will tiny, manufactured hearts help us treat disease? Just how bad are most melanomas? BodyLab podcast features some of QIMR Berghofer’s world leading researchers discussing the science behind having a healthy mind and body with host Clare Blake.
27 Dec 2023
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Australian Atlantis: Ancient submerged landscapes reveal a mosaic of human habitation
New research conducted by a team of archaeologists and earth scientists has shed light on the ancient landscapes of Sahul, the Pleistocene (Ice Age) landmass comprising Australia and New Guinea. The findings led by Griffith University, and published in Quaternary Science Reviews, offer a fascinating glimpse into a previously unrecognised…
21 Dec 2023
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Sole connection: New guidelines for diabetes-related foot disease considers those most at risk
Professor James Charles has been instrumental in developing new national guidelines for diabetes-related foot disease. Director of Griffith’s First People’s Health Unit (FPHU), Professor James Charles, has contributed decades of knowledge to the podiatry profession and culturally safe care to help develop National guidelines for diabetes-related foot disease (DFD).
21 Dec 2023
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Mater Researchers will share in a combined $3.8 million in @nhmrc Investigator and Ideas grants!
Mater Researchers Dr John Kemp, Dr Sahar Keshvari and Associate Professor Jake Begun will share in a combined $3.8 million in @nhmrc Investigator and Ideas grants! for 1) A genetic study to unlock new osteoporosis treatments 2) research on Paediatric Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease and 3) research on personalising treatments…
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New health mapping study pinpoints cancer risk factors at local level
A new QUT-led study that maps health statistics in Australia highlights the disparities in small area-level data and identifies communities where people may have unhealthy behaviours that could lead to cancer. The research, published in International Journal of Health Geographics, aimed to map the prevalence of eight risk factors for…
20 Dec 2023
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Toolkit aims to empower culturally and linguistically diverse energy consumers
Research conducted by a team at the QUT Business School has focused on how culturally and linguistically diverse energy consumers can be better supported to manage their energy use. The project team have recently launched a digital toolkit of recommendations for supporting culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) Australians to become…
19 Dec 2023
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NHMRC awards $43 million in four new grants
Researchers from The University of Queensland have received more than $43 million from the National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) to address health research challenges from Alzheimer's disease to youth vaping. The NHMRC announced 37 UQ grant recipients across four schemes including 14 Investigator Grants, 19 Ideas Grants, 2…
18 Dec 2023
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EPIC Strategy for Better Education
Student learning and wellbeing is maximised when parents and teachers work cohesively together, a landmark study has found. Griffith University researchers Dr Linda Willis and Professor Beryl Exley from the School of Education and Professional Studies collaborated with Independent Schools Queensland and the Queensland Independent School Parents Network to complete…
18 Dec 2023
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TRI-based @UQ_News, @MaterResearch and @QUT researchers have @nhmrc funding such as for cancer, autoimmune disease, osteoporosis
TRI-based @UQ_News, @MaterResearch and @QUT researchers have @nhmrc funding such as for cancer, autoimmune disease, osteoporosis: Shiv Nagaraj, @JakobBegunMD, @emmahwlab, Pablo Canete, Antje Blumenthal, Fiona Simpson, @john_kemp, Zhian Chen, Sahar Keshvari
18 Dec 2023
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Tempting teens to vape – social media under the spotlight
A UQ research project will investigate the online influences behind young people taking up vaping – and develop social media content to support them in quitting. Dr Carmen Lim from UQ’s National Centre for Youth Substance Use Research will lead the five-year project that will analyse pro-vaping social media content…
15 Dec 2023
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QIMR Berghofer engages AI partner to fast-track cancer drug discovery Mission to eliminate dangerous tropical disease
A QIMR Berghofer-led project has been awarded a $5 million grant to control and eliminate strongyloidiasis, which is endemic in remote Indigenous communities across Australia. Under an agreement signed in Seoul, Syntekabio will utilise its AI drug platform DeepMatcher® and their new AI Bio-Supercomputing (ABS) centre to rapidly identify drugs…
15 Dec 2023
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Prestigious National Health and Medical Research Council grants awarded to 13 QIMR Berghofer scientists
Thirteen QIMR Berghofer researchers have been awarded highly contested national funding grants, which will help drive vital research into serious conditions including skin cancer, malaria, leukaemia, obsessive-compulsive disorder, Alzheimer’s disease, haemochromatosis and transplant disorders.
15 Dec 2023
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Griffith researchers draw more than $9m NHMRC funding
Seven Griffith University researchers are the latest recipients of National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) Ideas Grants and Investigator Grants. Research projects spanning advanced bionic limb development, malaria drug mechanisms, skin immune response to mosquito-borne infections are among the new Ideas Grants awarded to Griffith, worth a combined value…
15 Dec 2023
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Record-breaking sea temperatures will cause mass coral bleaching and mortality globally next year
RT by @UQscience: Record-breaking sea temperatures will cause mass coral bleaching and mortality globally next year. 2023 is first year of potential pair of El Niño years and since 1997, every instance of these pairs has led to mass coral mortality.
14 Dec 2023
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Women with PCOS can stress less about fertility
Researchers from The University of Queensland have found that women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) respond well to fertility treatments and have the same birth rate as women without the condition. Dr Katrina Moss from UQ’s School of Public Health said the findings should offer some reassurance for women with…
13 Dec 2023
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Our cities will need to harvest stormwater in an affordable and green way
When it rains, stormwater runs down surfaces like streets and parking lots and into drains. Most of the time, we see it as a problem because it can cause floods. Recent storms across eastern Australia created huge amounts of stormwater and flooding. At such times, stormwater is seen as a…
13 Dec 2023
Queensland University of Technology
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JCU Welcomes Engineers without Borders
First-year engineering students from Australia and New Zealand are at James Cook University in Cairns as they compete to solve engineering challenges. JCU and TNQ Drought Hub are hosting the Engineers Without Borders (EWB) Challenge Showcase. JCU’s Professor Allan Dale said more than 10,000 first-year university students across Australia and New…
12 Dec 2023
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Inside a manta ray ‘cyclone’: Mass feeding frenzies hold clues to ocean giant’s future
University of the Sunshine Coast researchers believe rare 'manta ray' feeding cyclones could provide much needed answers in an urgent global search for insights on the vulnerable ocean giants. In the deep blue waters of the Maldives, University of the Sunshine Coast PHD candidate Hannah Moloney is free diving in…
12 Dec 2023
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Champion of solving ‘red mud’ industrial waste named UniSC’s top alumnus
For every tonne of alumina manufactured, another tonne of blood red industrial waste is left behind... posing an environmental and business challenge UniSC's Outstanding Alumnus of the Year for 2023 could not ignore.
12 Dec 2023
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Traditional Owners study ancient marine ecosystem as it spawns the next generation of corals
The Great Barrier Reef stands as one of the world's oldest natural wonders, with First Nations people living alongside the evolution of this vast coral ecosystem for millennia.
12 Dec 2023
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Stingray diet keeps Hammerhead sharks close to shore
New research from James Cook University shows Great Hammerhead sharks spend much of their time in the shallows of the Great Barrier Reef to feed on a bountiful supply of stingrays.
12 Dec 2023
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Griffith-led CRC attracts $140 million to tackle plastic waste
The Solving Plastic Waste Cooperative Research Centre was today announced as one of the successful Cooperative Research Centres (CRC) to be supported by the Federal Government. The bid was led by Griffith University and brings together industry, government and the research sector to establish a CRC that will assist in…
12 Dec 2023
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RT by @Griffith_Uni: A recent @Griffith_Uni study has found that pollution is creating a bias towards feminization of green #seaturtles hat…
A recent Griffith-led study on the influence of pollution on the sex ratio of clutches of green sea turtles has found that it may compound the female-biasing influence of rising global temperatures. Published in Frontiers in Marine Science, the researchers concluded that exposure to heavy metals cadmium and antimony and…
12 Dec 2023
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🧐Can morals help us manage the Great Barrier Reef?
🧐Can morals help us manage the Great Barrier Reef? JCU Lecturer and environmental social scientist @jacq_lau is researching how people use different moral frameworks and values to interact with the Reef now and into the future.
11 Dec 2023
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How an underwater sculpture trail plays a role in the health – and beauty – of the Great Barrier Reef
The widespread demise of coral reefs due to climate change is now a certainty. But what role does art have in our future for coral reefs? Art is about feelings. One of the great challenges today is that we often feel untouched by the problems of others and by global…
11 Dec 2023
James Cook University
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World tourism receives first climate change stocktake
The Tourism and Climate Change Stocktake 2023 is the first report of its kind to assess the state of tourism worldwide. Griffith University sustainable tourism expert and Coordinating Editor Professor Susanne Becken said the report is significant because it is the first of its kind to assess the progress and…
11 Dec 2023
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The inside of a cephalopod brain is mind-blowing 🤯Cephalopods – cuttlefish, squid, and octopuses – have large brains and are highly intelligent. 🐙 The brain has half a billion neurons and complex neural wiring, making them good visual predators
The inside of a cephalopod brain is mind-blowing 🤯 Cephalopods – cuttlefish, squid, and octopuses – have large brains and are highly intelligent. 🐙 The brain has half a billion neurons and complex neural wiring, making them good visual predators underwater.
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Integrated wastewater treatment plants and public transport are a win-win
What could clean energy buses and sewage treatment plants have in common? Answer: the co-location of hydrogen production by electrolysis at a wastewater facility to produce hydrogen for fuel cells to run buses, and oxygen to feed beneficial bacteria in the treatment tanks.
8 Dec 2023
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Congrats to @UQScience researchers named in The @Australian's list of the country's top 250 researchers in 2024
Congrats to @UQScience researchers named in The @Australian's list of the country's top 250 researchers in 2024, including @a_romilio, Prof Bhesh Bhandari, @cyclonewatson, @PhilHugenholtz, Dr Kris Wyckhuys, and so many more across #UQ!
8 Dec 2023
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Suburban backyard home to more than 1,000 species
A challenge among three housemates to identify species around their inner–Brisbane home has resulted in an academic research paper, showcasing the rich biodiversity in urban landscapes. UQ mathematician Dr Matt Holden, ecologist Dr Andrew Rogers and taxonomist Dr Russell Yong took a census of their Annerley share house and its…
8 Dec 2023
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Coral reefs in peril from record–breaking ocean heat
Record breaking marine heatwaves will cause devastating mass coral bleaching worldwide in the next few years, according to a University of Queensland coral reef scientist. Published in Science, the alarming finding is the result of an international study led by UQ’s Professor Ove Hoegh-Guldberg of UQ’s School of the Environment
8 Dec 2023
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Advanced imaging predicts the recovery of children with brain injury
Researchers from The University of Queensland have used an advanced imaging technique to predict the recovery of children from a mild traumatic brain injury (TBI) with an 87 per cent success rate. PhD candidate Athena Stein from UQ’s Child Health Research Centre, in collaboration with researchers from UQ’s Queensland Brain…
7 Dec 2023
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Funding boost for UQ Frazer Institute research
Researchers from The University of Queensland's Frazer Institute have received $350,000 from the Translational Research Institute Australia (TRI) to accelerate medical research 'from bench to bedside'.
7 Dec 2023
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Space Technology Precinct lunar testbed nears completion
The centrepiece of the $7.9 Million QUT Space Technology Precinct - and Australia’s largest covered facility for testing field robotics and equipment in realistic Moon conditions - is on track to be completed this year.
7 Dec 2023
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@UQscience: Dengue is a tropical disease, but scientists have found the mosquitos that carry it are adapting to new environments.
@UQscience: Dengue is a tropical disease, but scientists have found the mosquitos that carry it are adapting to new environments. Dr Dung Phung says Vietnam is experiencing outbreaks in mountain regions where it’s never been seen before.
7 Dec 2023
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🧵WHAT IF we could create an always-on #MRI magnet, that wouldn’t require power once charged, nor a constant/expensive supply of non-renewable helium? It would save hospitals tens of thousands $$, cutdown on a finite resource, and run critical health
🧵WHAT IF we could create an always-on #MRI magnet, that wouldn’t require power once charged, nor a constant/expensive supply of non-renewable helium? It would save hospitals tens of thousands $$, cutdown on a finite resource, and run critical health infrastructure without power https://t.co/3fFJnrqonK
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QIMR Berghofer researchers tackle deadly disease endemic to Australia
A QIMR Berghofer-led project has been awarded a $5 million NHMRC grant to control and eliminate strongyloidiasis, which is endemic in remote Indigenous communities across Australia. The grant will launch a mission to eliminate one of the world’s most neglected and dangerous tropical diseases, endemic in remote Indigenous communities across…
6 Dec 2023
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Griffith University achieves a stellar outcome for its sustainability efforts
Griffith University has been ranked 40th globally in the QS Sustainability Ranking 2024, including 2nd in Queensland overall, and 7th in Australia.
6 Dec 2023
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Researchers help over-65s with in-home heat device trials
How hot is your house? With the summer we’re expected to have in 2023, the chances are it will be a warm one inside the homes of many Queenslanders, including those of our older residents. The team at Griffith University’s Ethos Project (Extreme Heat and Older Persons) are partnering with…
6 Dec 2023
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Are Australian CEOs missing the strategic value of ‘purpose’?
The power of purpose is now a mainstream concept, and a survey reveals 92 per cent of Australian CEOs say their company has a clear purpose to guide their business activities and meet the expectations of stakeholders. The 2023 Brandpie CEO Purpose Survey shows business leaders are shifting toward the…
5 Dec 2023
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University of Southern Queensland expands into Brisbane CBD
The University of Southern Queensland (UniSQ) is excited to announce a new corporate education and engagement hub in the Brisbane CBD. UniSQ Brisbane – located at 293 Queen Street – will provide short course programs delivered by university experts in partnership with industry leaders from early 2024.
5 Dec 2023
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Meet 'Sleep', the guardian of your wellbeing galaxy
You may be resting when asleep, but your brain is busy, cleaning out metabolic waste that can otherwise cause irreparable harm including mental health disorders and Alzheimer's disease; this important connection between sleep and mental health is explored by an expert from UniSC's Thompson Institute.
5 Dec 2023
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Cruel summer ahead – why is Australia so unprepared?
Shutterstock2023 has shattered climate records, accompanied by extreme weather that has left a trail of devastation and despair, according to the World Meteorological Organization at COP 28. Some of the most significant extreme heat events were in southern Europe and North Africa, especially in the second half of July. Temperatures…
5 Dec 2023
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Can we sustainably harvest trees from tropical forests? Yes – here are 5 ways to do it better
Managed well, tropical forests can be a sustainable source of timber, Professor Francis E Putz and Dr Claudia Romero write for The Conversation.
5 Dec 2023
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Great to see our research recognised on the world stage🌏Congratulations A/Prof Keith Chappell + team
Great to see our research recognised on the world stage🌏Congratulations A/Prof Keith Chappell + team for winning 'Best New Vaccines Technology' at the Asia Pacific Vaccine Excellence Awards. Pictured: Christina H, Chappell Group, receiving the award on behalf of Keith.
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RT by @Griffith_Uni: CONGRATULATIONS | @australian named Griffith Criminology Institute as the Leading Research Institution in Criminology
CONGRATULATIONS | @australian named Griffith Criminology Institute as the Leading Research Institution in Criminology, Criminal Law & Policing and @MollyDragiewicz as the Leading Researcher in the Field of Feminism & Women's Studies.
5 Dec 2023
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Being overweight hampers immune response to SARS–CoV–2
University of Queensland–led research shows being overweight can impair the body's antibody response to SARS–CoV–2 infection but not to the protection offered by vaccination.
4 Dec 2023
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QUT urban planning students awarded for excellence
QUT Landscape Architecture and Urban and Regional Planning students were honoured last week at the Planning Institute of Australia QLD Awards for Planning Excellence – six fourth-year students behind a strategic plan for the Brisbane 2032 Olympics site at Albion and first-year student Jada Gilbert, who took out the QLD Minister’s Indigenous Student…
4 Dec 2023
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Congrats to #UQ's Dr @Chelsea_Janke, who's been acknowledged for her research's impact on improving nutrient utilisation efficiency
Congrats to #UQ's Dr @Chelsea_Janke, who's been acknowledged for her research's impact on improving nutrient utilisation efficiency, boosting agricultural productivity + promoting environmental sustainability 🌽🐄🤠
4 Dec 2023
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Two charts in Australia's 2023 climate statement show we are way off track for net zero by 2050
Climate Change and Energy Minister Chris Bowen has announced Australia is “within striking distance” of the government’s 2030 emissions reduction target. The good news was in the 2023 Climate Statement he tabled in parliament late last week. Our commitment under the Paris Agreement is to reduce emissions of greenhouse gases…
4 Dec 2023
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DNA insights into evolution and unsuspected diversity in an ancient group of flatworms.
DNA insights into evolution and unsuspected diversity in an ancient group of flatworms: the Temnocephalidae, symbiotic with freshwater crustaceans. NHM Tim Littlewood @phylofacts, Peter Olson, David Blair
4 Dec 2023
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Woody Age Since Disturbance - QLD Coverage
These data provide an estimation of woody vegetation age for ongoing monitoring & reporting. 33 years of seasonal Landsat data were used in the modelling & regrowth event detection.
1 Dec 2023
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Can we sustainably harvest trees from tropical forests? Yes – here are 5 ways to do it better
Panga Media, ShutterstockLogging typically degrades tropical forests. But what if logging is carefully planned and carried out by well-trained workers? While public campaigns to end logging dominate both the popular press and high-profile science journals, a transition from “timber mining” to evidence-based “managed forestry” is underway. Given poor logging practices…
1 Dec 2023
University of the Sunshine Coast
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A patch of protection against Zika virus
A simple–to–apply, needle–free vaccine patch is being developed to protect people from the potentially deadly mosquito–borne Zika virus.
1 Dec 2023
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Architecture's concerns – and hopes – for our climate future
A UQ–led industry survey has found Australian architects are worried about the climate crisis and frustrated by barriers to action but are confident the profession can contribute to a sustainable future.
30 Nov 2023
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Griffith planners and students scoop up industry awards
Clean sweep continues at the Minister's Planning Awards.
30 Nov 2023
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UQ leads the state at the Life Sciences Queensland Awards
The University of Queensland researchers and start-ups have won 4 out of 6 awards at the prestigious Life Sciences Queensland (LSQ) GENE Awards. Vaxxas won Company of the Year for its development of the innovative High-Density Microarray Patch, a needle-free vaccine delivery platform. The technology has the potential to transform…
30 Nov 2023
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Identifying Australia's most elusive birds
University of Queensland scientists have analysed more than 3.8 million volunteer hours of birdwatching data to identify Australia's most elusive species.
30 Nov 2023
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The 2023 Threatened Bird Index is launched!
The 2023 Threatened Bird Index is launched! Big thanks to @ElisaBayra @HugePossum and Birdlife's Kate Millar and @Twitchathon, plus the BirdLife team who have been working on this for months. To see the new index, head here: https://t.co/kP7TuN7Kn3
30 Nov 2023
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Congratulations to the @GRIDD_GU and Professor Sudha Rao, who are joint recipients of the biennial Ramaciotti Biomedical Research Award in 2023.
Congratulations to the @GRIDD_GU and Professor Sudha Rao, who are joint recipients of the biennial Ramaciotti Biomedical Research Award in 2023. The prestigious $1 million #Ramaciotti grant will fund the development of an inexpensive, rapid, off-the-shelf tool that will enable researchers to study globally important pathogens.
30 Nov 2023
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Medical entomologists and others: Please do participate in this survey on molecular testing of disease vectors. We need to hear from you!
RT by @jcu: Medical entomologists and others: Please do participate in this survey on molecular testing of disease vectors. We need to hear from you! Mosquitoes, blackflies, sandflies, etc.
30 Nov 2023
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Researchers from the @QldBrainInst have discovered a new way ribonucleic acid (RNA) impacts fear-related learning and memory.
Researchers from the @QldBrainInst have discovered a new way ribonucleic acid (RNA) impacts fear-related learning and memory. Professor Timothy Bredy said this is an exciting example of RNA’s role in fine-tuning the cellular functions in the brain.
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Translating global theories of change into tangible steps for conservation of ecosystems
Developing a framework for global ‘theories of change’ that coordinate local and global actions to secure a future where humans live in harmony with nature. Published in Nature Sustainability, the research translates global-scale theories of change, into tangible steps for conservation of ecosystems. These steps take account of the economic and…
29 Nov 2023
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New adaptive clinical trial offers new hope for progressive multiple sclerosis
The first-ever adaptive clinical trial for Australians living with MS will seek to reverse neurological damage caused by progressive multiple sclerosis. With an initial $4 million in funding, the trial, commencing in January 2024, will enable researchers to investigate the potential benefits of several medications simultaneously, giving hope to the…
29 Nov 2023
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Living within safe & just Earth System Boundaries for blue water
Can basic human water needs be met without exceeding safe and just Earth System Boundaries (ESB) for surface and groundwater (blue water), defined to protect people and planet? Published in Nature Sustainability, the study explores whether humans needs can be met within river basins with surface water alone and, where…
29 Nov 2023
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Do you really need antibiotics? Curbing our use helps fight drug-resistant bacteria
Antimicrobial resistance is one of the biggest global threats to health, food security and development. The Conversation’s experts explore how we got here and the potential solutions. Antibiotic resistance occurs when a microorganism changes and no longer responds to an antibiotic that was previously effective. It’s associated with poorer outcomes…
29 Nov 2023
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COP28: UQ experts
All eyes will be on Dubai this week as 70,000 delegates from nearly 200 countries meet at the United Nations backed climate summit, known as COP28. The University of Queensland has a range of researchers available to offer expert analysis.
29 Nov 2023
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Next wave of STEM scholarships helps build future of renewable energy
A partnership between the University of the Sunshine Coast and Queensland Hydro is growing the pipeline of local talent equipped for careers in engineering though a new STEM scholarship program for students.
28 Nov 2023
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How citizens are helping science change the future
From tracking turtles and monitoring marine environments to sounding out biosphere changes and collecting bushfire data, ‘everyday scientists’ are joining forces with researchers to gather data across the country.
28 Nov 2023
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Sensitive ecosystems at risk from mine waste
Nearly a third of the world's mine tailings are stored within or near protected conservation areas, University of Queensland research has found.
28 Nov 2023
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Research into new treatments for a deadly disease - abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA)
A group of James Cook University and national and international collaborating researchers have received a $5 million grant to advance management of a deadly disorder causing weakening of the main abdominal artery.
28 Nov 2023
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No age limit to learning, as UniSC joins global age-friendly universities network
With its focus on lifelong learning and healthy ageing research, the University of the Sunshine Coast has become only the second higher education institution in the Oceania region to join a global network of age-friendly universities.
28 Nov 2023
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Commitment to student satisfaction puts UniSC at top in new national ranking
The University of the Sunshine Coast shares the top spot among the nation’s public universities for student satisfaction in the inaugural “Best University Ranking’, released today by The Australian Financial Review.
28 Nov 2023
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Is Australia ready to ban smacking of children & all forms of physical punishment?
Is Australia ready to ban smacking of children & all forms of physical punishment? New #QUT research shows changed attitudes with 7 in 10 parents agreeing smacking children is not necessary in raising a child #QUTResearch
28 Nov 2023
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Almost half the men surveyed think they could land a passenger plane. Experts disagree
Picture this: you’re nestled comfortably in your seat cruising towards your holiday destination when a flight attendant’s voice breaks through the silence: Ladies and gentlemen, both pilots are incapacitated. Are there any passengers who could land this plane with assistance from air traffic control? If you think you could manage…
28 Nov 2023
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#UQ scientists, with #AICPAIR, have developed a seaweed production mapping and monitoring system 🌊🌿🛰️
#UQ scientists, with #AICPAIR, have refined and enhanced satellite image processing and analysis methods to develop a seaweed production mapping and monitoring system 🌊🌿🛰️
27 Nov 2023
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Trying to spend less on food? Following the dietary guidelines might save you $160 a fortnight
A rise in the cost of living has led many households to look for ways to save money. New research suggests maintaining a healthy diet, in line with the Australian Dietary Guidelines, is cheaper than an unhealthy diet and could save A$160 off a family of four’s fortnightly shopping bill.
27 Nov 2023
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Encouraging over 50s to roll up their sleeves for blood and plasma donations
University of Queensland researchers are working with Australian Red Cross Lifeblood to increase the number of people aged over 50 who start donating blood.
27 Nov 2023
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Great to see EMCR researcher, Valentino Kaneti, leading a successful @arc_gov_au Linkage Grant in which he aims to use agricultural waste catalysts for accelerating hydrogen production from water electrolysis
Great to see EMCR researcher, Valentino Kaneti, leading a successful @arc_gov_au Linkage Grant in which he aims to use agricultural waste to manufacture highly active and stable non-precious metal catalysts for accelerating hydrogen production from water electrolysis 👏@VKane2020
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Congratulations to AIBN group leader, and Clamp2 Project lead, A/Prof Keith Chappell 🥳 preliminary clinical trial results have shown Keith's re-engineered clamp platform to be as equally safe and virus-neutralising as the current ‘best-in-class’ TG
Congratulations to AIBN group leader, and Clamp2 Project lead, A/Prof Keith Chappell 🥳 preliminary clinical trial results have shown Keith's re-engineered clamp platform to be as equally safe and virus-neutralising as the current ‘best-in-class’ TGA-approved vaccine.
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The @QLDFamilyCohort is a successful recipient of a @hw_queensland #GenQ Grant to help drive generational change in our community
The @QLDFamilyCohort is a successful recipient of a @hw_queensland #GenQ Grant to help drive generational change in our community and improve the health and wellbeing of young #Queenslanders!
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Leading social media researcher Axel Bruns honoured
Professor Axel Bruns, an Australian Laureate Fellow and leading researcher from QUT’s School of Communication and Digital Media Research Centre has been elected a Fellow of the Australian Academy of the Humanities.
24 Nov 2023
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UQ academics elected to the Australian Academy of the Humanities
The Australian Academy of the Humanities has elected two new Fellows from The University of Queensland, recognising their significant contributions to Australia's cultural, creative and research sectors.
24 Nov 2023
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Women wait for endometriosis diagnosis with multiple symptoms
Australian women with endometriosis can experience symptoms including severe period pain, depression and back pain for around a decade before being diagnosed, a University of Queensland study has revealed.
24 Nov 2023
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Our new high-resolution climate models are a breakthrough in understanding Australia's future
Australia’s climate, already marked by extremes with bushfires, heatwaves, storms and coastal flooding, is only set to worsen with the growing effects of climate change. Disasters like the Black Summer bushfires of 2019–20 and the 2022 eastern Australian floods are likely to become more frequent and intense. If carbon emissions…
23 Nov 2023
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Successful clinical trial for re–engineered UQ vaccine
The University of Queensland's re–engineered clamp platform has produced a vaccine that is equally safe and virus–neutralising as an approved vaccine considered among the best in its class. The pivotal proof-of-concept testing clears the way to progress the promising Clamp2 technology in a range of research programs.
23 Nov 2023
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UQ researchers address health challenges with NHMRC grants
Researchers from The University of Queensland have received $10 million through the National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) Synergy Grants scheme.
23 Nov 2023
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New research to identify antibiotic-resistant genes in the environment
Associate Professor Luis Pedro Coelho from QUT ‘s Centre for Microbiome Research at the School of Biomedical Sciences has received $510,187.65 from the National Health and Medical Research Council as part of the international Joint Programming Initiative on Antimicrobial Resistance.
23 Nov 2023
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Our newest edition of the BRAIN magazine is now live!!!
Our newest edition of the BRAIN magazine is now live!!! Featuring stories that celebrate the Queensland Brain Institute's talented team and 20 years of neuroscience research excellence.
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People in major cities more likely to develop dementia, study finds
Australians who crave city life could be putting themselves at a greater risk of suffering from dementia. City slickers are 1.12 times more likely to develop the serious brain disorder compared to their regional counterparts, new research by the University of Southern Queensland has found.
22 Nov 2023
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We enjoyed showing @AusBiotech visitors around. We're reliving it with a video. Thanks @thermofisher, @pahospital, @MicrobaOfficial, Vaxxas, @UQ_News, @MaterResearch and the TRI community. We showcased research and our wildlife. The wombat was a favourite
We enjoyed showing @AusBiotech visitors around. We're reliving it with a video. Thanks @thermofisher, @pahospital, @MicrobaOfficial, Vaxxas, @UQ_News, @MaterResearch and the TRI community. We showcased research and our wildlife. The wombat was a favourite. https://t.co/TL7cZKRTQ4
22 Nov 2023
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Turning back the clock on brains aged by COVID–19
University of Queensland researchers have found a way to reverse a cellular process triggered by COVID–19 that contributes to premature ageing of the brain.
22 Nov 2023
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Global recognition for Bond researchers
Bond University’s Professor Paul Glasziou has been named among the top 1 percent of researchers worldwide.
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JCU scientists say a common tropical #bee species is vulnerable to widely-used insecticides – which will decrease their heat tolerance at the same time as the climate is warming.
JCU scientists say a common tropical #bee species is vulnerable to widely-used insecticides – which will decrease their heat tolerance at the same time as the climate is warming. JCU PhD candidate Holly Farnan led the study, published today in the journal Royal Society Open Science.
22 Nov 2023
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Surfers’ mental health creates US$1 trillion economic wave
Study calculates large-scale economic value of mental health benefits of recreational surfing.
21 Nov 2023
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Guardians of the koalas: $800,000 for high-tech tracking project
A University of the Sunshine Coast project to provide residents with the technology to help monitor koala wellbeing has been boosted by $798,000 in Australian Research Council funding.
21 Nov 2023
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What is deep brain stimulation (DBS)? And how is it being used to reduce or stop the unwanted symptoms of disorders.
What is deep brain stimulation (DBS)? And how is it being used to reduce or stop the unwanted symptoms of disorders, such as the tremors of Parkinson’s disease? 🧠
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🧵The AIBN’s world-renowned nano architect Prof Yusuke Yamauchi is back at it, leading another #Discoveryproject
🧵The AIBN’s world-renowned nano architect Prof Yusuke Yamauchi is back at it, leading another #Discoveryproject finding correlations between different pore parameters + plasma treatment conditions for 2D inorganic semiconductors, pairing it with new advanced materials.
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Dr @QiaoRuirui , working with Assoc Prof @NgoShyuan , was awarded $561K+ in #DiscoveryProject grants to engineer bio-inspired nanoparticles.
@QiaoRuirui @NgoShyuan 1️⃣Develop a new fundamental understanding of the effect of mechanical properties on cell function 2️⃣Find novel insights into regulation of stem cell fate 3️⃣Develop a new class of roughness-tunable materials suitable for use in tissue engineering & pharmaceutical applications
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Bull shark tagging underway for new research project
University of Sunshine Coast researchers have begun tagging bull sharks in Sunshine Coast river systems as part of a new three-year project to inform safer interactions between humans and the apex predator.
21 Nov 2023
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The @Cancer_Research has awarded $2 million to QIMR Berghofer to establish the ACRF Centre for Optimised Cancer therapy.
The @Cancer_Research has awarded $2 million to QIMR Berghofer to establish the ACRF Centre for Optimised Cancer therapy. The centre will apply deep learning techniques on decades of research to inform individualised treatment options to give patients the best chance of a cure.
20 Nov 2023
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$2.1M boost to expand exotic mushroom production in Australia
QUT researchers have been awarded $2.1M for a project to develop advanced technologies to expand Australia’s production of exotic and native mushrooms to meet growing domestic demand. The project is funded through the Future Food System CRC and industry partner Kenon Corporation, Queensland’s largest exotic mushroom producer.
20 Nov 2023
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QUT is making real world policy impact. The Australian Child Maltreatment Study report has been ranked one of the top 10 reports of 2023
QUT is making real world policy impact. The Australian Child Maltreatment Study report, led by @DivnaHaslam & Ben Mathews, has been ranked one of the top 10 reports of 2023 by the @APOorgau: Congratulations #ACMS team
17 Nov 2023
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Meet the 2023 QLD Young Tall Poppy of the Year, A/Prof. @CarissaJoyKlein
The ocean is often referred to as the heart of the planet." One of the biggest challenges we face is feeding two billion more people by 2050 without having an overwhelming environmental impact.
17 Nov 2023
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Social media helping to protect biodiversity
Nature photographers posting to social media are helping improve biodiversity conservation mapping in South Asia, and the method could go global.
17 Nov 2023
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Beefing up cattle supplements
Simple on–animal sensors could be a game changer for Australian beef cattle nutrition, according to University of Queensland research.
17 Nov 2023
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UQ leads the nation in Highly Cited Researcher awards
The University of Queensland has received the highest number of Highly Cited Researcher (HCR) awards in Australia for the third year in a row. Globally, the University was the 25th most awarded institution.
17 Nov 2023
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Building a better internet for children: how-to guide launched
Researchers from QUT have today launched a comprehensive guide to creating an internet more suitable to the needs of children and far removed from the current content free-for-all. The Manifesto for a Better Children’s Internet is the result of a two-year project by researchers from the ARC Centre of Excellence…
16 Nov 2023
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UQ researchers awarded ARC Linkage Projects funding
Researchers from The University of Queensland have received more than $3.7 million through the Australian Research Council (ARC) Linkage Projects scheme.
15 Nov 2023
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Queensland researchers at forefront of quantum computer leap
In the race to build better, cheaper and faster quantum computers, two Queensland researchers are leading the way. They have managed to shrink a critical computing component from the size a match box down to a tenth of the width of a human hair — the size needed for quantum…
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Asia Pacific women researchers in mosquito-borne diseases build collaborative network
Ten scientists, clinicians and public health managers from the Asia Pacific are taking part in a QUT-hosted, two-week Australia Awards Fellowship with the aim of building a collaborative network of women researchers in transmission of mosquito-borne viruses.
15 Nov 2023
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Pollutants may mimic female sex hormones, feminizing endangered green sea turtles
A Griffith-led study on the influence of pollution on the sex ratio of clutches of green sea turtles has found that it may compound the female-biasing influence of rising global temperatures. Published in Frontiers in Marine Science, the researchers concluded that exposure to heavy metals cadmium and antimony and certain…
15 Nov 2023
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No scientific evidence for cognitively advanced behaviours and symbolism by Homo naledi
Study casts doubt on claims ancient small-brained hominin buried their dead and produced rock art.
15 Nov 2023
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Criminalisation Prevents Steroid Users from Seeking Help
New research from Griffith University’s School of Applied Psychology has investigated the effect criminalisation of Anabolic–Androgenic Steroid (AAS) use has on users’ ability to seek help.
15 Nov 2023
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Asthma symptoms more common in children with stressed parents
University of Queensland research has shown a link between parental stress stemming from financial hardship and exacerbated asthma symptoms in children. Dr K M Shahunja from UQ’s Poche Centre for Indigenous Health led a study which analysed the data of more than 3,900 children collected over 14 years in the…
14 Nov 2023
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QUT announces Australian-first Faculty of Indigenous Knowledges and Culture
In an Australian-first, QUT has announced it will establish a Faculty of Indigenous Knowledges and Culture in 2024. The new Faculty will expand current education and research programs in Indigenous Knowledges and Culture for all QUT students and partner organisations, building on the strong foundations in Aboriginal and Torres Strait…
14 Nov 2023
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Conflict pollution, washed-up landmines and military emissions – here's how war trashes the environment
When armed conflict breaks out, we first focus on the people affected. But the suffering from war doesn’t stop when the fighting does. War trashes the environment. Artillery strikes, rockets and landmines release pollutants, wipe out forests and can make farmland unusable. One in six people around the world have…
14 Nov 2023
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We already eat #algae (nori) in sushi – and one day our cars could be filling up on the good green stuff too.
We already eat #algae (nori) in sushi – and one day our cars could be filling up on the good green stuff too. #QUT researcher Associate Professor Mark Harrison says algae will make a great future #biofuel at your local bowser.
14 Nov 2023
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QUT innovator wins top international business award for women
A QUT director of innovation has been recognised at international business awards for female leadership by winning gold and silver honours. Gemma Alker, who is the Director of Innovation Central Brisbane (ICB), an initiative co-founded by QUT's Faculty of Business and Law and technology company Cisco, was in New York…
13 Nov 2023
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Traditional owners take the lead safeguarding fresh & marine waterways
A collaboration between Griffith University and the Carpentaria Land Council Aboriginal Corporation is training groups of Traditional owners to take the lead monitoring and safeguarding fresh & marine waterways in the Gulf of Carpentaria
13 Nov 2023
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A new approach to understanding Aboriginal foodways
A University of Queensland–led research team says the key to a more sustainable food future may be a better understanding of ancient Indigenous food production systems. Their ARC Discovery project ‘Testing the Dark Emu hypothesis’ combines bioarchaeology, archaeobotany, palynology, ethnobotany and plant genetics in partnership with Indigenous communities to challenge…
10 Nov 2023
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Four years in a row! Griffith MBA ranks #1 overall in Corporate Knights
Griffith University’s Business School (GBS) ranked number one overall in the Top 40 Corporate Knights’ 2023 Better World MBA ranking.
9 Nov 2023
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Health of esports athletes must be prioritised by industry
While it has seen a recent explosion in popularity, the world of esports has significant cultural and player welfare issues; the path to change lies with coaches and allied health professionals say the authors of a new book The Science of Esports (Routledge).
9 Nov 2023
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Congratulations to #UQ's Dr Cullan Howlett who is one of this year's Queensland Young Tall Poppy Award winner.
Congratulations to #UQ's Dr Cullan Howlett who is one of this year's Queensland Young Tall Poppy Award winner. Dr Howlett’s research involves using telescopes to map the positions and motions of millions of galaxies in our universe.
8 Nov 2023
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Researchers at Griffith University, has shown that climate change is impeding the human rights of a large group of people living in the Pacific,
#UQ's Prof. Karen McNamara, with colleagues at Griffith University, has shown that climate change is impeding the human rights of a large group of people living in the Pacific, in a recent report in @Nature.
8 Nov 2023
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Quarantine glasshouse to help fight invasive plants
James Cook University will place itself on the frontlines of Australia’s tropical biosecurity efforts with plans to build a $580,000 quarantine glasshouse facility.
8 Nov 2023
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Elusive skink found in Queensland after 42 years
A rare lizard that has eluded scientists for more than 40 years has been found living in north-east Queensland. Earlier this year, scientists from Queensland Museum and James Cook University were tasked with the challenge of finding the elusive Lyon’s Grassland Striped Skink.
8 Nov 2023
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UQ acquires world–class infrastructure with ARC support
Three University of Queensland projects have received more than $3.3 million through the Australian Research Council (ARC) Linkage Infrastructure, Equipment and Facilities (LIEF) scheme. The funding will enable UQ researchers to secure infrastructure for high-quality research, with a focus on international collaboration and cooperative initiatives with industry and other higher…
7 Nov 2023
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Griffith-led discovery identifies four new algae species on the Great Barrier Reef
New algae species rewrites understanding of reef systems. A groundbreaking discovery has been made in the heart of the world-renowned Great Barrier Reef and unique reefs systems of the Coral Sea and Lord Howe Island, leading to a greater understanding of how the world heritage-listed landmark is protected.
7 Nov 2023
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UQ to establish world leading mRNA lab
mRNA vaccines and therapies will be produced for clinical trials in a dedicated laboratory to be established at The University of Queensland as demand for mRNA continues to surge. Work is underway at UQ’s BASE facility which has become Australia’s leading provider of mRNA for research and pilot studies since…
6 Nov 2023
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