Inflammatory gene provides clue to obesity risk

A gene that helps to control inflammation increases the risk of obesity and could be turned off in mice to stop weight gain, a study from The University of Queensland has
29 September 2020

Blueprint to more productive cattle herds

Genome technology has unlocked new cattle breeding methods which could improve fertility and lead to increases in profitability, sustainability and productivity.
30 September 2020

Protection needed for emerging mining hotspots

Growing demand for metals necessary for the transition to a low carbon future will lead to more mining in high-risk areas, according to University of Queensland research.
28 September 2020

UQ researchers to be recognised at 'Oscars' of Australian science

Four University of Queensland research projects have been named finalists in the 2020 Australian Museum Eureka Prizes.
29 September 2020

Pale melanomas masked by albino gene

People with pale coloured melanomas are more likely to have a gene mutation associated with albinism, University of Queensland research has found.
24 September 2020

Are sport ‘interventions’ kicking the right goals for Indigenous people

Are Australia’s Sport for Development (SfD) programs embracing the grassroots involvement and self-determination of Indigenous communities, or are they more focused on ti
23 September 2020

Celebrating the achievements of UQ’s alumni

An international business leader, an entrepreneur and an Emmy award winner are among those recognised in The University of Queensland 2020 Alumni Awards.
24 September 2020

UQ and IBM launch Centre of Excellence

The University of Queensland has partnered with IBM Australia to launch a Centre of Excellence which will support researchers working across health, manufacturing and env
22 September 2020

Young physicist ‘squares the numbers’ on time travel

Paradox-free time travel is theoretically possible, according to the mathematical modelling of a prodigious University of Queensland undergraduate student.
24 September 2020

Jellyfish with your chips?

Jellyfish could replace fish and chips on a new sustainable takeaway menu to help keep threatened species off the plate.
22 September 2020

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