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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.

9 February 2024
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A University of Queensland-led research effort to develop an mRNA vaccine against Group A Streptococcus (Strep A) has secured almost $8 million in philanthropic funding.

14 February 2023

Eight academics from The University of Queensland are among 94 new members appointed to the Australian Research Council (ARC) 2023 College of Experts panel.

6 February 2023

University of Queensland researchers have discovered how COVID-19 damages the heart, opening the door to future treatments.

30 September 2022

Important research projects addressing challenges from skin cancer to traffic injuries at The University of Queensland have been awarded more than $50 million from the Australian Government.

16 September 2021
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Researchers investigating a group of microscopic cells have discovered they can put the brakes on the rapid development of melanoma lesions.

8 June 2021

Women in Science is a podcast series featuring interviews with inspiring researchers who are breaking barriers in their fields and making remarkable contributions to science.

4 November 2020