University of Queensland researchers have developed a set of recommendations to manage the mental health of frontline medical workers during viral outbreaks, such as COVID-19.

6 May 2020

A newly developed mathematical framework known as “Safe Blues” mimics disease spread through mobile technology and could lead to safer and more effective easing of social distancing.

6 May 2020

Logging of native forests increases the risk and severity of fire and likely had a profound effect on the recent, catastrophic Australian bushfires, according to new research.

6 May 2020

Growth hormone has been identified as playing a key role in reducing inflammation and increasing survival rates following liver surgery.

5 May 2020

The University of Queensland (UQ) has partnered on a new artificial intelligence (AI) centre to support businesses and attract world-leaders in technology innovation to the state.

5 May 2020

Researchers are raising a glass to a Queensland first: beer brewed using wild fermented yeast, hand-picked from a jacaranda tree at The University of Queensland.

5 May 2020

An international team of experts has outlined ways to manage life during the COVID-19 pandemic, using existing research from the social and behavioural sciences.

1 May 2020

A study of deforestation in Colombia by researchers from The University of Queensland has revealed some valuable insights which could be used to help slow deforestation in areas around the globe.

1 May 2020

Speech pathologists lack a consistent approach to communicating post-stroke recovery information to patients, a University of Queensland study has found.

1 May 2020
Diagram of people identifying mental disorders and other health issues elsewhere in the body

Researchers now have the ability to map the risks of general medical conditions such as heart and lung diseases, diabetes and cancer for people with mental disorders.

30 April 2020
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The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the world, impacting the way we work, socialise, study and more. But what does the future look like? Our experts share their thoughts.

29 April 2020

The University of Queensland’s COVID-19 vaccine has passed another important milestone, showing the ability to raise high levels of antibodies that can neutralise the virus in early pre-clinical testing.

29 April 2020
Compassionate practice is beneficial to mental health

Practising self-compassion during distressing moments can have positive effects on the brain and body, according to research from The University of Queensland.

29 April 2020
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University of Queensland researchers say a new tool to measure of the quality of life of people with dementia will result in better targeted care for those living with the condition.

27 April 2020

Scientists recently confirmed the Great Barrier Reef suffered another serious bleaching event last summer - the third in five years. Dramatic intervention to save the natural wonder is clearly needed.

24 April 2020