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Cats threaten native mammal survival in our tropical savannas

Australia’s tropical mammals are in trouble, with a quarter of species suffering serious decline since 1970, and the devastation evident in iconic areas such as Kakadu National Park.

20-Jun-2013

Dracula’s children may lead to novel drug design

Vampire bat venom could hold the key to new treatments for stroke and high blood pressure.

20-Jun-2013

Food industry prepares to transform

Asian markets are seeking foods with lower risk factors for diabetes, heart disease and obesity, according to the director of a new food research and training centre in Brisbane.

11-Jun-2013

Researchers push towards arthritis treatment

SCIENTISTS are closer to unravelling a 40-year-old genetic mystery, after identifying a further 13 regions of the human genome linked to a debilitating form of arthritis.

11-Jun-2013

UQ luminaries named as Queensland Greats

The State Government has recognised The University of Queensland’s Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research), Professor Max Lu, and prominent UQ alumna Dr Dimity Dornan, for their significant contributions to society.

31-May-2013

New study shows genetics has a role in differences in education

A worldwide consortium of medical researchers and social scientists has found tiny changes to a person's genetic sequence are associated with educational level.

30-May-2013

$9 million boost to Queensland research into dementia

People with dementia have new hope with a significant boost to research funding following the Premier's announcement of $9 million in funding over the next 5 years for The Clem Jones Centre for Ageing Dementia Research (CADR) at The University of Queensland.

30-May-2013

UQ cardiologist confirms coconut oil is not the good oil for heart health

Research from The University of Queensland has reconfirmed oily fish or fish supplements are vital for heart health and debunked popular myths about coconut oil.

27-May-2013

Pregnant bellies: updating the tape measure technique

A new way of interpreting information from a low-tech, age-old method used in pregnancy care is expected to more accurately identify potential health issues for mothers and babies.

24-May-2013

'Closing the gap' for people with mental illness

Mentally ill Australians are dying an average of 16 years earlier than the general population, and the gap is growing.

24-May-2013

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