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UQ generates first Australian swine flu vaccine
UQ has produced the first Australian batch of a new candidate vaccine against the H1N1 "swine flu" virus. Professor Anton Middelberg, from UQ's Australian Institute for Bioengineering and Nanotechnology, said the vaccine matched the virus found in the first US case of swine flu, a 10-year-old boy in San Diego. Read full story online.
Executive appointments
Vice-Chancellor Professor Paul Greenfield has announced the appointment of Professor Max Lu as Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research) as from June 29. From the same date, Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic) Professor Debbie Terry assumed line management responsibility for the six research institutes and the UQ Graduate School, with the Institute Directors and the Dean, UQ Graduate School, reporting directly to Professor Terry. Also from June 29, Professor Alan Lawson took on a full-time role in a retitled portfolio that reflected his current responsibilities – Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Research and International). The vacated position of Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Research Linkages) will not be filled.
UQ awarded more than $5 million in fellowships
The University has received two prestigious new national fellowships, targeting research into improved coral reef management and an alternative to antibiotics. UQ’s Australian Laureate Fellowships are among only 15 selected from a nationwide field of 148, and the only fellowships awarded to a Queensland university. Read full story online.
UQ students top of the world in Airbus competition
A team of UQ students has won the inaugural Airbus “Fly Your Ideas” challenge at the Paris-Le Bourget Air Show. The “COz” team won for its project on the use of the castor plant to develop the first-ever, single, plant-based, high-performance composite materials for aircraft cabin components. The goal is to reduce dependency on non-renewable sources and improve end-of-life disposal thus contributing to a reduction of aviation carbon footprint. Read the full story online.
Enterprise bargaining
Meetings between University representatives and union representatives are continuing. Staff will be advised formally of major developments, but in the meantime, a summary of each of the meetings will be posted on the “Communications to Staff” section of the University’s Enterprise Bargaining website.
Adventurous volunteers needed for indigenous pilgrimage
The Drumley Walk travels from Beaudesert to Southport in the footsteps of Aboriginal community leader, Billy Drumley (1853–1951) through farms, forests and roads. Volunteers and participants are invited to attend an information session at Yugambeh Museum, cnr Plantation Road & Martens Street, Beenleigh, from 10am–4pm, on Sunday, July 12. Details: online or Yugambeh Museum on 3807 6155.
Phoenix network upgrade project
A major upgrade of the whole university network that will provide significantly improved speed and access has been agreed. The upgrade will bring on-campus networks up to a new faster standard and include a tenfold increase in the reach of the University’s wireless network, which will extend to most buildings and open spaces on our campuses and University sites. Together, these projects form the Phoenix programme. The programme will be managed by a steering committee with wide representation, as well as an advisory committee with representatives from each Faculty and Institute together with representatives of central service divisions. An overview is available online.
Swine flu
The following communication regarding Human Swine Flu was recently sent on behalf of the University Health Service and Occupational Health & Safety Unit to all staff. Items covered in the file included:
- A Guide for Staff – Advice on H1N1 Influenza (Human Swine Flu)
- A Guide for Managers – H1N1 Influenza (Human Swine Flu) in the Workplace
- International Travel – Advice on H1N1 Influenza (Human Swine Flu)
The guides are available online.
Let’s celebrate UQ’s centenary year
In 2010, UQ will celebrate its centenary year. Throughout the year, numerous events will take place, including celebrations for the whole community. The Centenary office is currently collating facts and stories about UQ. If you have any information on our history, recent activities, contributions to the community or have a story about past students or staff, email centenary@uq.edu.au. There’s more information online. Inquiries: Shannon Price at UQ Communications on ext. 67660.
Half-price lunch at the UQ Club
To celebrate the end of the 2009 financial year, The University of Queensland Club is offering members and their guests 50 percent off their food bills in The Restaurant on Tuesday, June 30, only. Bookings are essential so phone the club now on ext. 53768.
Mothering under the microscope
The fifth Australian international academic conference on motherhood entitled “The Mother and History: The Past and Present”, will be held at UQ from Thursday, July 2, until Saturday, July 4. This interdisciplinary conference will explore, examine, critique, theorise and respond to key issues that have arisen historically and affected mothers/mothering and what maternal issues are being created now which may affect future mothers. Details: online. Click “News and Events”, then on the conference title.
UQ100 special edition of Crossroads
Crossroads is inviting paper submissions for a special issue to be published in 2010. Papers relating to UQ and its state, including an aspect of at least one of Crossroads’ four key disciplines (history, philosophy, religion and classics) are welcome. Paper submissions are subject to double blind peer review. Abstract deadline: Friday, July 24; paper deadline: Friday, December 4. Submission guidelines online. Details: crossroads@uq.edu.au.
Representing UQ at student recruitment events
UQ staff working at TSXPO (July 18–19) and UQ open days in August are invited to attend a training session at the UQ Centre lecture theatre from 10am–11am on Monday, July 13. This session will provide staff with information about organising and participating in recruitment events and will cover frequently asked questions, common audiences and event requirements. Register online.
Finding a loving home would be the cat's whiskers
UQ's School of Veterinary Science has a number of cats desperately looking for loving new homes. Rescued from the pound, they have been cared for by University researchers while they have taken part in a study and now it is time for them to be adopted. There are both male and female cats of all ages. They are all desexed, vaccinated, wormed and micro-chipped. Details: Renee or Nicole on ext. 53064.
Sizzling Latin dancing
”Permite la danza!” and join in the red hot Latin dance excitement with salsa, zouk lambada, reggaeton, Latin hip hop and more at UQ SPORT’s Connell Gym, from 5pm on Friday, July 17, August 14, September 18 and October 16. Cost: students, $5, non-students, $7. Details: online.
Conservation initiatives in Marovo Lagoon
An interdisciplinary seminar highlighting marine and legal aspects of a conservation project in Marovo Lagoon will be held from noon–1pm on Friday, July 10, in the Sir Samuel Griffith Room (1–W341) in the Forgan Smith Building. The three-year project by a UQ team, funded by the John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation, is to provide an integrated approach to the environmental management of Marovo Lagoon that will support protection of the region’s high biodiversity and allow for sustainable use of the lagoon’s resources to support local communities. Details: online or research@law.uq.edu.au.
Events & UQ in the media
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Upcoming events:
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UQ in the media:
- Worst outbreak of Dengue Fever in 50 years
- Leaders of tomorrow are acknowledged today
- $5m to chart cancer genes
- Warwick’s Blue Care celebrates 50 great years
- Breakthrough in the treatment of Multiple Sclerosis
- Sign in to the UQ Mediaclips site for more media clips.
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Other news
UQ Travel Management Project
Finance and Business Services are pleased to announce the initiation of this project to help identify opportunities, then implement changes, to improve policy and process across all aspects of travel at UQ. Project aims include reducing the amount of paperwork required to take a simple trip, finding better ways of covering costs than advances and acquittals and eliminating opportunities for improper use of University funds or “double-dipping” for allowances and reimbursements. Please feel free to invite Project Manager Paul Findlay to your next staff meeting to discuss the project. He will also be contacting the University’s most prolific travellers and travel bookers to attend consultation forums. Details: p.findlay@uq.edu.au or 0410 584 758.
UQ Answers one click away for future students
A custom Internet portal, designed specifically to meet the needs of the UQ’s future students, will soon be available as a unique destination and accessible through many one-click links on the UQ website, including http://www.uq.edu.au/study/future-students.html. SBS, Arts, BEL and Health Sciences are among the first faculties to use the system. This is an extension of a similar service for current students (https://uqcurrent.custhelp.com/app/) that has successfully been in operation for the past three months. Both current and future custom portals are being implemented by the Office of Marketing and Communication's CRM Project Team, who are in the second year of an enterprise-wide initiative. Details: simon.kelly@uq.edu.au or ext. 67890.
Vice-Chancellor’s address to all UQ staff
All staff are invited to attend an open address by Professor Paul Greenfield AO, Vice-Chancellor, from 3.30pm–4.30pm on Tuesday, July 21. The topic will be “2009 and Beyond: Yin and Yang”. The address will include a question-and-answer session. Light refreshments will be provided at each of the venues at the close of the event. The address will be video-linked from the UQ Centre at St Lucia to Herston, Gatton and Ipswich campuses. Please register your intention to attend online.
Discipline Scholars needed
As part of the Australian Learning and Teaching Council’s Learning Networks program, Discipline Scholars are sought across a wide range of areas. Ideally, candidates will be senior academics who have established links across their disciplines with a strong commitment to learning and teaching. Opportunities exist for the roles to be taken up in a part-time capacity. Work is expected to begin in January, 2010, and expressions of interest for these positions close on October 2, 2009. Details: online.
Housekeeping matters
Semester 2 textbook submissions – St Lucia campus
As time is now short for the ordering of Semester 2 texts, it is requested that you make your submissions for any outstanding courses ASAP (courses with “NO TEXT” also have to be listed so as to fully inform students when they are at the store/on the web). Make your listing online by following the links to “LECTURER/ENTER TEXT LIST”. Your contact for texts at St Lucia is Meegan Smith at msmith@coop-bookshop.com.au or ext. 63511. Course notes can be arranged as usual with Elizabeth Hall online or e.hall1@uq.edu.au or ext. 68721.
New UQconnect Ipswich office location
The UQconnect Service Centre at Ipswich is now located in building 1, opposite Security. Business hours are 8am–4pm (except national public holidays) Monday to Friday. To contact the Service Centre, phone 3381 1230 or fax 3381 1331.
Correction to vacation period intercampus bus timetable
An updated vacation period intercampus bus timetable has been posted online:
- Vacation period (mid-semester break) reduced service – valid from June 29–July 24
- Also available – 2nd Semester timetable – valid from July 27–November 20
UQ Research Bulletin
The Research and Research Training Division issues a fortnightly UQ Research Bulletin that advertises upcoming conferences, events and funding opportunities. If you are not already subscribed to the bulletin, you can do so online or via email: research-bulletin-subscribe@lists.research.uq.edu.au. News and events for the UQ Research Bulletin should be forwarded to oper@research.uq.edu.au.
Change of copy deadline for UQ Update
Please note the new copy deadline for UQ Update each week will be noon on Thursday for the following Monday’s edition. Just a gentle reminder to arrange information as you would like to see it appear and no longer than seven lines please. Items not arranged correctly will be sent back for amendment at source. Contact web addresses, email, and/or telephone numbers should be included. Please contact the editor on ext. 51931 if you have any queries/concerns. Thank you.
New brand templates now available
A variety of marketing and communication collateral templates, including poster and flyer shells, bookmarks, name badges and invitations, are now available for you to download from the Brand website. If you have questions regarding these templates or anything to do with the INSIGHT project, please email insight@uq.edu.au.
Gatton Campus Printery
The Gatton Printery staff can help you with all your printing needs. Please forward all your printing requirements for semester 2 to a.williams@pf.uq.edu.au or phone ext. 50114.
Queen’s Birthday honours recognition
Congratulations to all UQ staff, alumni and students who have received Queen’s Birthday honours. The Office of Marketing and Communications is compiling a list of honours recipients and would appreciate your help in compiling the most accurate list. Please forward details to communications@uq.edu.au.
Your feline friend can make a difference
Cat owners are invited to have their pets participate in a School of Veterinary Science study seeking an alternative to tablets for easier medication of cats. The study involves at-home administration of three different medication formulations including tablets, oral paste and oral liquid. Owners will be asked to complete questionnaires regarding ease of administration and cats will be re-examined after receiving each preparation for several days. Details: kuan.khor@uqconnect.edu.au or 3346 9116 or 040 664 7918.
UQ Research Reports 2008
If you would like copies of the UQ Research Report 2008 for your area or upcoming events, please order from the St Lucia Warehouse on ext. 51231. The reports are available in boxes of 60. To view an online version of the report, please click online.
Get out & about
Much-loved Australian PM a “lonely petunia”
The Chifleys of Busby Street, a new film at the Schonell Cinema explores the human face of Australian Prime Minister Ben Chifley (1945–1949). Chifley oversaw major achievements for the nation including the building of the Snowy Mountains Hydro-Electric Scheme, expanded ABC funding and development of Australia’s own car, the Holden, and made the famous “light on the hill” speech. Andrew Pike’s film is as sincere and as simple as its subject – a humane man who acted on principle rather than to win votes and whose favourite song was “I’m a Lonely Little Petunia in an Onion Patch”.
The 2nd Degree Bar & Grill’s times during semester break
Trading times for The 2nd Degree Bar & Grill have changed due to semester break. The Bar will be open only for lunch, 11am–3pm, Monday–Friday. Wednesdays and Thursdays will be the only days when the bar is open in the evening from 6pm. Details: Kane.Harvey@uq.edu.au.
UQ Teaching & Learning Network gathering
This network aims to connect people passionate about teaching, learning and scholarship with each other and to events of interest. It will meet from 2pm–4pm on Thursday, July 2, in the James Birrell Room situated in The University of Queensland Club (formerly the UQ Staff and Graduates Club). An online network will be launched at the meeting while attendees can mingle with like-minded colleagues and share afternoon tea to a backdrop of live music. RSVP: by Tuesday, June 30, to n.smith4@uq.edu.au. Details: ext. 54751.
Students away, staff can play
While the students are away, UQ staff get to play with some delicious specials. At Darwin's Café, a regular coffee and muffin will cost only $5. Buy one meal at The 2nd Degree Bar & Grill and get a second meal for half price, and all pizzas at Pizza Caffe from noon–2pm are $10. More information online.
UQSOPA events and activities
- UQSOPA membership is now open for the coming financial year – join now and get two weeks membership free – benefits include discounted attendance at events, regular newsletter, networking opportunities plus lots more. Access a membership form online.
- AGM including election of new Executive Committee will be held from 5pm–6pm on Tuesday, July 28, in the Senate Room, Level 5, BWC. All positions will be declared vacant at the meeting and new officers elected for the following roles on the executive committee including president; vice-president; honorary secretary; honorary treasurer; executive members – St Lucia and other sites based (4); executive member – Gatton-based (1); and executive member – Ipswich-based (1). Please send nominations to by no later than Friday, July 17, and RSVPs by Wednesday, July 22, to k.hendrikson@uq.edu.au.
Health & fitness
Keep your kids active this winter with UQKids
The team at UQKids have put together a jam-packed, fun and exciting UQKids Winter Holiday Program specifically designed to keep your child active while learning lots of new skills over the cooler months. Activities for children of all ages and abilities are available including soccer, rugby, athletics, tennis, multisport and recreational. You can enrol or view the complete timetable online.
Study, training & development
Chances to attend Harvard University
Applications from RHD candidates are invited for this special symposium hosted by Harvard University for Australian (Go8), Chinese (China 9) and Harvard University students. Sixteen Australian candidates will be selected and funded, including one Science and one Humanities RHD from UQ. Application is by hard copy by Wednesday, July 1. Details: online.
Arts Faculty scholarships for staff
Commonwealth Supported Postgraduate Coursework Scholarships (HECS-HELP) are offered by the faculty each semester to members of staff who have been employed in full-time continuing appointment/s within the University for at least two years. Applicants must gain admission to a postgraduate coursework program. Details: online.
Cancer Council study scholarships
The Cancer Council Queensland is giving away $50,000 in Seize the Day study scholarships. Any young Queenslander aged 16–21 who has experienced cancer, either personally or in their immediate family is eligible to apply. Details: online.
Upcoming ATEM courses
- Coaching skills July 9
- High performance teams August 6
- Emotional intelligence August 14
Details online, or email b.cavallari@uq.edu.au.
Upcoming staff development courses
Places are still available in the following courses:
General
Teaching & Learning
Details online.
UQBS Corporate Education Courses for 2009
Register your interest now for one of these superb Corporate Leadership courses:
- Leadership for the Not for Profit Sector (July 6–10)
- Supply Chain Management (July 13–17)
Details: online or 3346 7111.
Smithsonian Institution Fellowship Program
The Queensland–Smithsonian Fellowship Program provides fellowships each year to enable Queenslanders to undertake research projects at the Smithsonian Institution, the world's largest museum complex and research organisation. Up to three fellowships will be awarded in 2009. Fellowship duration is 13–26 weeks with a maximum award of $30,000. Applications close at 5pm on Friday, August 14. Details: online.
Applications open for the General Sir John Monash Awards
Up to eight of Australia’s most prestigious postgraduate scholarships promoting excellence in learning are bestowed each year to outstanding Australians graduating from Australian universities to enable them to study abroad at the world’s best universities. Applications close Monday, August 31. Details: online or crompton@monashawards.org or (03) 9654 8811 or 0417 354 107.
Applications open for 2010 Fulbright Scholarships
Valued at up to $A50,000, Fulbright scholarships are open to Australian citizens to undertake research or study in the United States for three–12 months. Scholarships can be started between July 1, 2010, and June 30, 2011. Applications are open to postgraduates (to conduct research related to their Australian PhD, or enrol in a US degree); postdoctoral, professional and senior scholars from any field of study. Applications close on August 31. Details: online.
Lectures, seminars & workshops
Challenges of mapping disease genes
Professor Matt Brown, of UQ’s Diamantina Institute, will present latest findings about two key genes involved in multiple sclerosis which has earned him recent media attention and a Nature Genetics publication. The lecture will be held at noon on Tuesday, June 30, in the Russell Strong Auditorium, Princess Alexandra Hospital. Details: d.fischer@uq.edu.au or 3240 6623.
Centre for Clinical Research seminars
UQCCR will present two seminars this week. Dr Kiarash Khosrotehrani, Associate Professor at The University of Queensland Centre for Clinical Research, will present the seminar “Fetal Contribution to Angiogenesis During Pregnancy: Sources and Implications” at 4.30pm on Thursday, July 2. Dr Mark Tuffley, Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon, will also present a talk on “Nutritional Carriers for Therapeutic Agents” at 11.30am on Friday, July 3. Both seminars will be held in the Main Auditorium, Level 2 (ground floor) UQ Centre for Clinical Research, RBWH Campus. All welcome. Details: a.vann@uqccr.uq.edu.au or ext. 65555.
Graduate Attribute Symposium
This symposium is being held as part of the national dissemination strategy of the ALTC-funded National scoping of graduate attributes project (The National GAP) on Thursday, July 2. This free symposium offers an opportunity to showcase and discuss graduate attributes practice with teacher and student representatives from a number of Queensland universities. There will also be presentations from the Assistant Director of the QAA in Scotland and AUQA. Details: online or clair.hughes@uq.edu.au or ext. 52456.
Student Engagement Workshop Queensland
Professor George Kuh from Indiana University Bloomington will conduct a workshop on Student Engagement on Monday, July 6. All UQ staff are invited to attend the workshop. Details: online.
The Inclusive Museum Conference 2009
This conference with its overall theme of “Enabling Diversity, Sustaining Development” will be held between July 8–11 at UQ. Participants are welcome to submit a presentation proposal either for a 30-minute paper, 60-minute workshop, jointly presented 90-minute colloquium session or a virtual session. Plenary speakers include some of the leading thinkers in museum studies and leading practitioners. Details: c.croawell@uq.edu.au or ext. 52921.
Challenge for museums in South Africa
Professor Henry C (Jatti) Bredekamp, Chief Executive Officer & President, ICOM-SA, Iziko Museums of Cape Town, will present a public lecture entitled “Challenge and Transformation at the South African National Gallery of Iziko Museums in post-Apartheid South-Africa” at 5.30pm on Thursday, July 9, in Auditorium 1 at State Library Queensland. No bookings required. Details: c.croawell@uq.edu.au.
Winter School in Mathematical & Computational Biology
Hosted by ARC Centre of Excellence in Bioinformatics and Institute for Molecular Bioscience, the 2009 school will be held from July 6–10 in the auditorium, Queensland Bioscience Precinct, St Lucia. The series of winter schools is designed to introduce mathematical and computational biology and bioinformatics to advanced undergraduate and postgraduate students, and researchers in mathematics, IT or science who would like to learn about current problems and opportunities in computational bioscience. Online registration is now open until June 30. Early bird registration closes June 26. Details: online.
ISSR Winter School
Two leading international scholars will join the Institute for Social Science Research, in cooperation with participating schools in the Faculty of Social & Behavioural Sciences, to present two postgraduate workshops (known as Winter Schools) on key research themes in the social sciences. Each International Visiting Fellow will design and conduct one workshop, of five days duration, in the inter-semester break during July 2009. Details: click here.
Forum on research and cultural heritage attractions
Special guests, Professors John Falk and Lynn Dierking (Oregon State University), will present some of their recent work, while a UQ School of Tourism team will present findings from recent projects carried out at Sea World, Underwater World, Mon Repos, whale watching, Queensland Museum, Brisbane Botanic Gardens (Mt Coot-tha), and the National Gallery of Victoria. Industry and academic colleagues are invited to submit papers for presentation. The forum will be held from 8.30am–5pm on Monday, July 13, in the Chapel Boardroom, St Leo’s College (building 36F). Cost: approx $50. Details: online or j.packer@uq.edu.au or ext. 67789.
Technology and “women’s work”
UQ’s School of Languages and Comparative Cultural Studies and Faculty of Arts and the Australian Society for French Studies will host a public lecture from 5.30pm–6.30pm on Wednesday, July 15, entitled “When is a technology not a technology? When it’s women’s work. Hospitality, cooking and weaving” presented by Professor Judith Still ( University of Nottingham). It will be held in room 215 in the Forgan Smith Building on the St Lucia campus. RSVP: joanne.hopper@uq.edu.au .
French studies conference
The 17th conference of the Australian Society for French Studies entitled “Tekhne, technique, technology” will be held from July 15–17 at UQ. This conference brings together practitioners from the many branches of French Studies: language learning, French and Francophone literature, theory, cinema, art, architecture, history and politics. Details: j.denooy@uq.edu.au or online.
Cultures of violence and conflict explored at conference
UQ’s Cultural History Project will host the 2009 Conference of the International Society for Cultural History. International scholars will address a broad series of questions pertaining to cultures of violence and conflict, highlighted by keynote presentations by Professor Joanna Bourke from Birbeck College, UK, Associate Professor Alice Yang, UC Santa Cruz, and Dr Alastair Blanshard, University of Sydney. The conference will be held from July 20–23 at the St Lucia campus. Details: p.ahrens@uq.edu.au, ext. 52710.
Osteoporosis: are you at risk?
Endocrinologist and research fellow from the UQ Diamantina Institute, Dr Emma Duncan, will discuss this topic at Osteoporosis Queensland’s Healthy Bone’s Breakfast from 7am–9am on Thursday, August 6 at the Tattersall’s Club. All welcome. Cost: $45 each or $320 for table of eight (early bird discounts also apply). To book: online or 1800 242 141.
2009 Fulbright Symposium
At a time when both Australia and the United States face a challenging economic and trade environment, and against the backdrop of an apparent rise in protectionism, the 2009 Fulbright Symposium to be held August 24–25 at Old Parliament House, King George Terrace, Canberra, provides an opportunity to reassess the US–Australia Free Trade Agreement’s past and future. Cost: $599 until August 14. To register, click here.
Volunteers sought
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New this week
- People with current neck and arm pain to participate in physiotherapy treatment study. Symptoms should have been present for four weeks or more and not caused by a vehicle accident or other trauma.
Details: neckpain@uq.edu.au or 0421 679 210
- People aged 18–65 with current neck pain following whiplash injury incurred during a motor vehicle accident three months to two years ago, to participate in a study investigating the effects of dry-needling, exercise and advice.
Details: s.valentin@uq.edu.au
- People who have not had a stroke, are right-handed and aged over 35 years with English as a first language are needed for a study involving language activities and brain scans.
Details: a.holmes@uq.edu.au or ext. 65579
Carried over
- Employees are invited to take part in a study exploring cultural group differences in coping styles, alcohol use and self-injury by completing an anonymous online survey.
Details: ying.hang@uqconnect.edu.au
- Patients with carpal tunnel syndrome to participate in a clinical trial evaluating non-surgical interventions.
Details: carpaltunnel@uq.edu.au or ext. 54692
- People who have experienced tennis elbow pain for at least six weeks.
Details: tenniselbow@uq.edu.au or ext. 54692
From the editor
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