University of Queensland (UQ) researchers have made a significant discovery that could one day halt a number of neurodegenerative diseases.

27 December 2013
A freshwater turtle is released into the UQ Lakes

Two freshwater turtles and an eastern water dragon have swapped the hectic life of the inner city for St Lucia’s picturesque University of Queensland Lakes.

23 December 2013

Exercise programs to prevent falls in aged care facilities may be as effective as they are enjoyable for residents, a recent University of Queensland study has shown.

23 December 2013

The dramatic expansion of Mongolian mine sites from initial diggings to their present size has been captured using satellite imagery for the first time by researchers at The University of Queensland’s Sustainable Minerals Institute (SMI).

20 December 2013

Women’s perceptions of what is considered normal and desirable female genitalia may be influenced by exposure to modified images, a new study suggests.

20 December 2013

University of Queensland researchers have discovered a new species of bacterium that could potentially reduce the need for nitrogen fertiliser in cane farming.

20 December 2013
UQ exercise and nutrition sciences graduate William Maish is pursuing a medical career.

William Maish, formerly of the Sunshine Coast, has his sights set on a medical career that will ultimately combine his passion for exercise, nutrition and medicine.

20 December 2013
Adjunct Professor Mary Mahoney and Chancellor John Story

Adjunct Professor Dr Mary Mahoney AO has concluded her final term as a University of Queensland Senator, after being the first woman to hold the role of Deputy Chancellor.

19 December 2013
The Museum holds the foremost collection of Classical Mediterranean Antiquities in Queensland.

Handling Roman artefacts, trying on ancient Greek clothes and playing Egyptian board-games are just some of the free fun activities The University of Queensland’s RD Milns Antiquities Museum is offering these school holidays.

19 December 2013
(L-R): Dr Simon Collins, Al Mucci, Frank Manthey, Samantha Nixon

Scientists have gained a better understanding of severe dental problem in bilbies and how to treat them by using advanced CT scans and 3D printed models.

19 December 2013

A University of Queensland researcher has questioned the effectiveness of ‘sex sells’, a common rationale underlying many advertising campaigns.

19 December 2013

Australian researchers have identified lifestyle factors that impair women’s brain performance as early as age 45.

18 December 2013

University of Queensland Researchers and Pathology Queensland have found women under 50 with breast cancer are more likely to develop secondary cancer in the liver or gynaecological organs.

18 December 2013
Professor Janeen Baxter will head up the new centre. The successful bid was led by the UQ’s Institute for Social Science Research (ISSR).

The University of Queensland (UQ) will lead a new, multi-million dollar Centre of Excellence aiming to break the cycle of social disadvantage felt across generations within families.

17 December 2013
Gum tree

Many of Australia’s iconic eucalypt ecosystems could change beyond recognition due to increased climate stress.

17 December 2013
 This is a pseudo-colored image of a human skin tissue (brown) obtained by a micro-sized biopsy device (blue) developed to address the need for a minimally invasive sampling of photoaged skin. Courtesy of Ms Li Lin, The University of Queensland.

A strategic partnership between The University of Queensland and global pharmaceutical company LEO Pharma will investigate the genetic causes of squamous cell carcinoma, the world’s second most common skin cancer.

17 December 2013
Students on short term study program in India.

For the seven students who will graduate with UQ Advantage Awards this December, study at The University of Queensland has provided much more than a degree.

16 December 2013
Mini-kidney in dish.

University of Queensland researchers have made a major leap forward in treating renal disease, today announcing they have grown a kidney using stem cells.

13 December 2013

Australia is home to many venomous creatures and boasts some of the world’s most deadly, but a particular group of venomous Aussies had been almost entirely ignored.

13 December 2013

A UQ scientist has joined international colleagues to accurately date Martian rocks using a specially-designed instrument on board NASA’s Curiosity rover.

13 December 2013