New brain pathway discovered as key to memory formation
A new lipid-based pathway essential for memory formation has been discovered by UQ researchers – a breakthrough that could lead to treatments for post-traumatic stress disorder.
18 June 2025Biodiversity 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 2025The University of Queensland has developed 5 new varieties of pigeonpea as a step towards the legume being grown more widely in Australia.
17 June 2025Returning locally extinct native grains to Queensland’s grasslands is the goal of Gamilaraay man and UQ PhD candidate Jacob Birch.
16 June 2025A UQ-led project has developed a tool to standardise genetic testing of koala populations, providing a significant boost to conservation and recovery efforts.
13 June 2025Researchers from UQ have developed an online tool to help small businesses work with universities to innovate their products and expand their trade.
13 June 2025People who carry a bitter ‘supertaster gene’ have been linked to various health conditions including bipolar disorder and poor kidney function, UQ researchers have found.
12 June 2025Plucking a single tail hair could allow beef producers to quickly and easily identify the most efficient cattle, according to UQ research.
11 June 2025Diabetic weight loss medications are effective for people with schizophrenia without affecting psychotic symptoms, UQ researchers have found.
11 June 2025Some people have positive experiences with chatbots that make AI seem like a low-cost therapist.
11 June 2025A UQ-led study has found misinformation about electric vehicles has taken root in society and is primarily fuelled by mistrust and conspiracy theories.
10 June 2025Three UQ conservation researchers say upgraded marine parks must cover poorly protected habitats important for biodiversity.
10 June 2025Children who spend more time on screens are at a higher risk of developing future social and emotional problems, researchers have found.
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