New brain pathway discovered as key to memory formation

A new lipid-based pathway essential for memory formation has been discovered by University of Queensland researchers – a breakthrough that could lead to treatments for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

18 June 2025
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Biodiversity thrives in rare events

UQ research has shown unpredictable environmental events help maintain plant, animal and microbial populations, challenging the belief stability is the key to survival.

17 June 2025
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Vale Chuck Feeney

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Vale Chuck Feeney

The University of Queensland community is deeply saddened by the passing of philanthropist Charles ‘Chuck’ Feeney, whose extraordinary generosity transformed the research landscape at UQ and across Australia, leading to many ground-breaking...

10 October 2023

UQ partners with Indigenous NBA star on game-changing program

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UQ partners with Indigenous NBA star on game-changing program

UQ researchers have partnered with NBA champion Patty Mills’ not-for-profit organisation to boost sporting, educational and cultural pathways for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and young peoples.

6 October 2023

Potential genetic screening for aggressive melanoma

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Potential genetic screening for aggressive melanoma

Researchers from UQ and The Alfred hospital in Melbourne have identified gene variants which may contribute to people being at higher risk for nodular melanoma.

4 October 2023

UQ to create new coral reef protection tool

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UQ to create new coral reef protection tool

UQ researchers are developing a web-based management program capable of mapping ocean water pollution almost as it happens.

4 October 2023

Genomic selection offers sweet success for cane farmers

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Genomic selection offers sweet success for cane farmers

Researchers have proven that genomic selection can successfully predict the performance of key sugarcane traits, with the technology set to improve plant breeding outcomes in the crop.

29 September 2023

Problem drinking linked to alcohol on social media

Problem drinking linked to alcohol on social media

A University of Queensland study highlights a direct link between young people’s exposure to alcohol-related social media content and problem drinking.

27 September 2023

Ethnicity and early menopause increase risk of type 2 diabetes

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Ethnicity and early menopause increase risk of type 2 diabetes

University of Queensland research has found ethnicity plays a significant role in determining a woman’s risk of developing type 2 diabetes after early menopause.

26 September 2023

UQ researchers advancing health across the state

UQ researchers advancing health across the state

Researchers from The University of Queensland have secured more than $1.2 million through the Queensland Health Clinical Research Fellowships program.

25 September 2023

New target to beat cancer drug resistance

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New target to beat cancer drug resistance

UQ researchers have identified a novel drug target with the potential to overcome drug resistance and prevent tumour regrowth in cancer patients.

21 September 2023

UQ research reveals new brain networks critical to memory formation

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UQ research reveals new brain networks critical to memory formation

Researchers at The University of Queensland have identified new regions of the brain crucial to the formation of long-term memory.

21 September 2023

Hunting viruses to protect sugarcane crops

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Hunting viruses to protect sugarcane crops

Insect-specific viruses are being investigated to protect Australia’s $4 billion sugar industry in a research project at The University of Queensland.

21 September 2023