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The University of Queensland recognises the passing of former Governor General and UQ alum, Bill Hayden, who leaves a legacy of service, leadership and unwavering commitment to the people of Australia.

23 October 2023
Photo of a koala on a tree stump

Discovery of a type of immunity that protects koalas’ DNA from viruses has importance for the survival of koalas and our fundamental understanding of evolution.

14 October 2019

Researchers at The University of Queensland have been documenting the lives of mothers and their children over 30 years to uncover what role genetic and environmental factors have on mental illness, substance abuse and heart disease.

5 December 2012
From left: Chief Justice of the Federal Court Patrick Keane; Mrs Elizabeth Barry and Sir Thomas Atkin Morison unveil a replica plaque

The University of Queensland and the Federal Court of Australia co-hosted an event to commemorate the birthplace of Lord Atkin of Aberdovey, one of the world's most influential common law judges, at a ceremony in Brisbane on Wednesday.

28 November 2012
Philanthropist, Dr Graeme Wood, was awarded a Member (AM) in the General Division, for service to business, particularly the tourism industry, and through philanthropic support for young people and tertiary education institutions in Queensland. Dr Wood is the Founder and Chairman, University of Queensland Endowment Fund (UQef).

University of Queensland staff, students and alumni have been honoured in the Australia Day awards, featured as Australia Day Ambassadors or became new Australian citizens at ceremonies across the State.

26 January 2012
Margaret Olley, AC

The University of Queensland community is mourning the passing today of one of Australia’s most admired and respected artists and philanthropists Margaret Olley, AC.

26 July 2011

University of Queensland research has found children who have been abused or neglected are likely to struggle academically during adolescence.

22 December 2010
Dr Kaeleen Dingle is UQ's 9000th PhD graduate.

The University of Queensland (UQ) will celebrate a significant milestone today when it awards its 9000th Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree.

10 December 2010

A new treatment for epilepsies, resilience training for adults, more efficient nickel and cobalt processing, and a breakthrough in the fight against obesity and diabetes were the Open winners in the 2010 Trailblazer competition run by The University...

25 June 2010
Dr Abdullah Mamun

Women who gain excessive weight during pregnancy are more likely to be overweight or obese 21 years after giving birth, UQ research has found.

16 April 2010

CBC News executive Heaton Dyer will provide a keynote address at the UNESCO World Press Freedom Day Indigenous Voice Closing the Gap Forum on May 1 at The University of Queensland in Brisbane.

11 April 2010

A University of Queensland study has found that females who experience early puberty have increased levels of aggression.

8 January 2010
Genevieve Beirne

Genevieve Beirne's graduation with her law degree at a University of Queensland ceremony on Tuesday, December 8, would have especially pleased her great great uncle, Thomas Charles Beirne (1860–1949).

2 December 2009

Teenagers whose mothers have mental health impairments are likely to suffer behavioural problems, UQ research has found.

29 July 2009

A new study has found that the children of mothers who gain excessive weight during pregnancy are still at risk for obesity once they reach adulthood.

31 March 2009

Juggling several part-time jobs, university study and elite athletics is no easy task, but Catherine Drummond is not your ordinary scholar.

18 November 2008

A distinguished member of The University of Queensland’s community, Sir Bruce Watson AC, died on November 1, aged 80.

6 November 2008

An innovative irrigation project will be installed at The University of Queensland Boyce Garden at 6 Range Street, Toowoomba, in time for the Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers from September 19 to 28.

14 August 2008

They crossed oceans to begin a new life as students in Australia and now sisters Manroop and Charanpreet Soin are about to farewell their time at The University of Queensland to embark on new experiences.

16 July 2008

The world’s oceans are becoming more acid, with potentially devastating consequences for corals and the marine organisms that build reefs and provide much of the Earth’s breathable oxygen.

17 October 2007