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
Online tool connecting businesses and universities
Researchers from UQ have developed an online tool to help small businesses work with universities to innovate their products and expand their trade.
13 June 2025
Bitter ‘supertaster gene’ linked to increased health risks
People 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 2025
A condition forcing people to involuntarily mirror movements in opposing limbs has been linked to a common developmental brain disorder.
2 March 2017
Bringing back extinct species could lead to biodiversity loss rather than gain, according to work featuring University of Queensland researchers.
28 February 2017
New research could pave the way for more precise treatments for potentially deadly respiratory infections in children with the rare disease ataxia-telangiectasia (A-T).
28 February 2017
Understanding how exercise affects language learning could help patients with brain conditions such as stroke, Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease.
23 February 2017
Researchers from The University of Queensland’s Institute for Molecular Bioscience (IMB) have developed a faster and more accurate method for assembling genomes which could help clinicians rapidly identify antibiotic-resistant infections.
22 February 2017
A new study could pave the way for a simple blood or saliva test to predict whether an expectant mother is likely to have a preterm birth.
22 February 2017
The influence of media and religion on anti-vaccine attitudes in Australia will be the focus of University of Queensland research enabled by a Westpac Bicentennial Foundation fellowship.
16 February 2017
Research by The University of Queensland may provide a better understanding of the social functioning difficulties of people with autism.
15 February 2017
An international study published today involving University of Queensland research has found large numbers of threatened species have already been affected by climate change.
14 February 2017
Australia’s food-centric culture – illustrated by the popularity of dining out, healthy eating and television cooking shows – will benefit from a new $1 million facility at The University of Queensland.
9 February 2017
If you want to win an Oscar it is best to be an American actor in a film that portrays American culture.
6 February 2017
A University of Queensland-led study has highlighted the minute details of how the plant’s immune system leads to its ability to resist disease.
31 January 2017
The Australian Research Council has backed three projects led by The University of Queensland to deliver innovative solutions to the resources sector with $1.2 million in competitive funding announced today.
30 January 2017
A large international study has linked early puberty and childlessness with an increased risk of early menopause.
26 January 2017
Genetic research projects aimed at improving healthcare, food production, the environment, and developing new technologies for tomorrow will be boosted with the formation of a new integrated genomics facility at The University of Queensland.
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