UQ Update

UQ Update - 30 June, 2008  


The latest

Nobel Laureate to speak at UQ

UQ staff and students will be able to hear first-hand about a famous scientific discovery when Professor Barry Marshall presents a UQ public lecture on July 24. Awarded the 2005 Nobel Prize for Physiology or Medicine with his research partner Dr Robin Warren for work on stomach ulcers and gastric cancer, Professor Marshall will speak at the Queensland Biosciences Precinct Auditorium (Building #80) at 6pm. Register online.

NAIDOC Week display in the Library

NAIDOC celebrations in Australia in July celebrate the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. NAIDOC originally stood for "National Aborigines and Islanders Day Observance Committee", which was responsible for organising national activities during NAIDOC Week. Its acronym has since become the name of the week itself. In conjunction with the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies Unit, the Library has a display in the Exhibition Space, Level 1, Duhig Building, St Lucia, highlighting some of the Unit’s achievements, and a short history of NAIDOC Week (July 6-13). The display continues until July 31.

Sewer project wins award in Singapore

A collaborative project led by University of Queensland researchers, which has saved Gold Coast Water and Sydney Water Corporation millions of dollars in sewer management, has won an international award in Singapore. Story…

New telemedicine service for sick babies

"Tiny Tom", an innovative telemedicine service to help with the care of sick babies in North Queensland was launched in Townsville on Friday. Story…

UQ researcher honoured for medical studies

Dr Trent Woodruff has been recognised for his research into a new drug to help patients with neurodegenerative diseases. Story…

UQ focuses on Indigenous employment

Tracey Pickwick has been appointed the University’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Recruitment Coordinator. Story…

New CEO at CAST Cooperative Research Centre

The CAST CRC has announced a new CEO, Dr George Collins, succeeding Professor David StJohn, who will remain as Chief Scientist.

Workshop on international agreements and collaborations

UQ International (formerly International Education Directorate) invites all staff who engage with overseas institutions to participate in the following workshops. The program will include discussions on factors and processes when establishing a partnership, legal boundaries and Intranet services.

RSVP by July 11 to Ms Siyu Wang or phone ext. 67869.

Take a study holiday this summer

Make the most of your summer break by enrolling in the wide range of courses offered at UQ over summer semester.

400 political scientists visit UQ

The School of Political Science and International Studies at UQ will host two of Australia’s most important conferences for political scientists in July. Story…

Intercampus bus timetable updated

The intercampus bus will have reduced services for the semester break from June 23 to July 11. The second semester bus timetable will operate from July 14. Both schedules are available online.

School holds event for research higher degree students

The School of Physical Sciences seeks applications to attend the annual SPS Postgraduate Information Days from August 28 to 31. Story…

Do you want to be more resilient?

Would you like to know how to manage workplace and personal stress? UQ psychologists are running a free psychological resilience and stress management program for non-academic staff. Sessions are on Wednesday nights (5-7pm) for 11 weeks at the University’s St Lucia Campus, from July–October. Registration is essential. Email ready@hms.uq.edu.au for information or to reserve a place. Numbers are strictly limited.

Staff invited to assessment presentation

The Teaching and Educational Development Institute invites staff to two assessment events on July 10 with Fellow of the Higher Education Academy, UK, Cordelia Bryan. The events, both in Room 141, Sir James Foots Building (#47A) are:

Details online.

It’s tax time

Last year more than 1.9 million people used e-tax to lodge their tax return online. In 2008, e-tax gives you access to more individual information through the pre-filling service. The service provides details about your income including salary and wages, government payments, interest, dividends and managed fund distributions. Most refunds are issued in 14 days or less when you lodge with e-tax. Go to www.ato.gov.au/etax to download e-tax from tomorrow, July 1.

Free Coffee+ART with three Brisbane artists

Leonard Brown, Gemma Smith and Madonna Staunton – three Brisbane artists represented in the exhibition Repeat That Again! The serial impulse in art since the ‘sixties – will give informal floor talks about their work at the UQ Art Museum, St Lucia. They start at 10.30am on Wednesday, July 2, with refreshments to follow. The event is free, but RSVP today, Monday, June 30 to artmuseum@uq.edu.au or phone ext. 53046.

Guided tour of Repeat That Again! exhibition at UQ Art Museum

Michele Helmrich, UQ Art Museum Curator and the curator of Repeat That Again! The serial impulse in art since the ‘sixties, will lead a free guided tour of the exhibition on Friday July 4, at 12pm at the UQ Art Museum. The exhibition, drawing on works in the University’s collection, looks at how artists over the last four decades have used repetition and systems to different ends. It continues until 13 July. Enquiries: artmuseum@uq.edu.au or phone ext. 53046.

Staff invited to a discussion about seriality in contemporary art

The UQ Art Museum will host a free event: In conversation: Dr Rosemary Hawker & Dr Miranda Wallace (chaired by Associate Professor Rex Butler), on seriality in contemporary art, to coincide with the exhibition Repeat That Again! The serial impulse in art since the ‘sixties. Rosemary Hawker is Senior Lecturer in Art Theory, Queensland College of Art, Griffith University. Miranda Wallace is Senior Managerial Researcher at the Queensland Art Gallery. Associate Professor Rex Butler lectures in Art History in the School of English, Media Studies and Art History, UQ. The event will be at 2pm on Saturday, July 5. Enquiries: artmuseum@uq.edu.au or phone ext. 53046.

Semester two registrations open for professional legal courses

The TC Beirne School of Law’s Executive Education courses are now open for registration for semester 2, 2008. Professional Legal Courses are suitable for people who have an interest in contemporary legal issues. Courses within the series may be used as credit towards the Master of Laws, the Master of Applied Law and Associated Diploma and Certificate programs, as long as participants meet the program entry requirements and undertake assessment for the course. Some courses are run intensively, normally over a 4-5 day period; others are offered on a semester-long basis. Details: online or email tcblaw@law.uq.edu.au or call ext. 52206.

Enrol in staff development courses

Places are still available in the following staff development courses:

General

Teaching & Learning:

For details of all Staff Development Program courses, visit www.tedi.uq.edu.au/sdh/.

Get ahead with UQ Business School’s executive education courses

Register your interest now for one of these Executive Leadership courses:

Details: contact the Executive Education Team on ext. 67105 or 67115, email execed@business.uq.edu.au or visit www.business.uq.edu.au/execed.

Come to "Christmas in July"

The Staff Club, St Lucia is hosting a Christmas in July luncheon on Friday, July 25 at 12pm in the Kathleen Room. A Christmas buffet including seafood with all the Christmas trimmings is on offer for only$39.00 p/p including a glass of sparkling wine on arrival. Details:online.

Four-course "Dukes Beer Dinner" this month

On Thursday, July 15, the Staff Club, St Lucia is hosting a Dukes Beer Appreciation dinner. Chief winemaker Brennan Fielding will host a four-course dinner with matching Duke beers. Details: online.

Email and letter writing etiquette course repeated

Due to demand, a second offering of the Email and Letter Writing Etiquette course will be held on Tuesday, July 22 from 3–4pm in the TEDI Seminar Room. Register at TEDI.

UQ Secretaries and Office Professionals Association holds AGM

The UQSOPA will hold its annual general meeting on Thursday, July 17 at 5.15pm followed by (optional) dinner with senior UQ Women at 6pm. Venue: Staff and Graduates Club. Cost: AGM free; dinner $35 for members and $40 for non-members with a free drink on arrival (non-alcoholic options available). RSVP by Wednesday, July 9, to Karen Hendrickson or phone ext. 67754.

Enrol now for UQKids School’s Out holiday clinics

This year children have more choice to find an activity to suit their personalities and keep them active during school holidays. UQKids holiday clinics from June 30 to July 11 offer a variety of options in an environment that is safe, challenging and fun. Choose sport-specific clinics, a multi-sport clinic or RAP for the younger ones. Enrol online at www.uqsport.uq.edu.au/index.html?page=19878 or phone ext. 56612.

UQKids School’s In program set for July 14 to October 2

Enrolments have opened for Term 3 UQKids School's In programs. These programs cater for your child's interests with specific sports clinics. Children will learn new skills and develop an interest in specific sports through comprehensive skill development programs that promote maximum participation and emphasise fun. Details online or phone ext 56612.

Balance and falls prevention study: participants needed

The Division of Physiotherapy invites volunteers aged 40 and over to participate in a clinical intervention trial to improve balance and prevent falls in adults as they age. The study comprises an initial and post-program assessment involving balance and strength tests, both of 1.5 hrs duration (free), and 10, weekly one-hour small group exercise classes ($10 per session) at St Lucia campus. Assessments are available on Mondays/Wednesdays. Classes are on Wednesday/Friday afternoons. Details: Marissa Hegarty or phone ext. 69870, or Dr Jenny Nitz , phone ext. 52791.

Participants needed at Queensland Brain Institute

Do you experience colours when you see or hear words, letters or numbers? Do you have a friend or relative who does? QBI researchers are conducting research on synaesthesia, in which perception in one sense triggers experiences in another. The study involves behavioural investigations of visual perception, and recording the brain’s electrical signals from the scalp. Participants will be paid for involvement, and for reasonable transport expenses. Details: Rebecca Rainbow or phone 0403 869 962.

Clinical psychological services & neuropsychological assessments available

The Psychology Clinic provides general clinical psychology services to clients of different age groups, with varying emotional and psychological problems. Typical opening hours are: Monday–Friday 8.30am to 4.30pm and a limited after-hours clinic is also available. Fees are $40 per hour and $25 per hour for full-time students and pensioners. It is located in the McElwain (Psychology) building, St Lucia and at Royal Brisbane Hospital. Details: phone ext. 56451, or email psyclinic@psy.uq.edu.au.

Are you a parent? Feeling stressed?

A new parenting program is being offered for parents who are feeling pressure from the demands of parenthood. The program is run in small groups and is open to anyone caring for a child/or children aged between two-10 years, is feeling down, stressed or unable to cope in the parenting role and can attend eight sessions at the St Lucia campus. A small fee will be required to participate. Details: Elizabeth or phone ext. 67326.

Are you having trouble hearing?

UQ researchers seek volunteers who have trouble hearing, for a study on hearing rehabilitation decision-making. Participants will receive a free hearing screening and discussion of their hearing needs with a qualified UQ audiologist. The audiologist will help participants decide what they can do to improve their hearing. Participation involves two meetings at St Lucia campus, each meeting lasting one and a half hours. Participants must be aged 50 or older and thinking of doing something about their hearing for the first time. Details: Ariane Laplante-Levesque or phone ext. 67453.


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