Productivity problems must be addressed with AI, Olympics and energy transition on horizon

Australia needs to address its productivity problem as the country approaches a multitude of demands on its workforce, according to University of Queensland business experts.

6 June 2025
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3D Bioprinting is booming but patent laws may be holding it back

The use of 3D printers to create living tissues and organs is revolutionising medicine - but UQ research reveals the legal system is struggling to keep up as the technology races ahead.

6 June 2025
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I Hass to have you – researchers unpick the perfect avocado

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I Hass to have you – researchers unpick the perfect avocado

What makes the perfect avocado? In a world-first, University of Queensland scientists have completed mapping the genome of the popular fruit, a resource that can drive future research and innovation opportunities for Australian avocado growers.

23 November 2022

UQ researchers receive $2.4 million funding

UQ researchers receive $2.4 million funding

Three University of Queensland research teams have been awarded $2.4 million from the Australian Research Council (ARC) to support their innovative research programs.

22 November 2022

UQ’s Highly Cited Researchers continue to thrive

UQ’s Highly Cited Researchers continue to thrive

The University of Queensland has recorded the highest number of Highly Cited Researcher Awards of any Australian university this year.

22 November 2022

UQ pledges to match scholarship donors on World Access to Higher Education Day

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UQ pledges to match scholarship donors on World Access to Higher Education Day

The University of Queensland has announced it will match donations made to help support students experiencing financial hardship from rural, remote or low socio-economic backgrounds.

17 November 2022

Genome sequencing could curb hospital infection outbreaks

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Genome sequencing could curb hospital infection outbreaks

The spread of antibiotic resistant bacteria in hospitals could be greatly reduced thanks to research by The University of Queensland and Queensland Health.

17 November 2022

UQ study shows impacts of reporting on domestic violence

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UQ study shows impacts of reporting on domestic violence

University of Queensland research suggests that graphic media coverage of domestic violence cases could contribute to ‘copycat’ behaviour.

17 November 2022

Scientists 'pin the tail' on world-first IVF treatment for donkeys

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Scientists 'pin the tail' on world-first IVF treatment for donkeys

A University of Queensland-led research group has created the world’s first successful donkey embryo using in-vitro fertilisation (IVF), which could save dozens of endangered donkey species.

16 November 2022

Researchers germinate a revival of favourite Aussie native

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Researchers germinate a revival of favourite Aussie native

A University of Queensland project to mass-produce a more genetically diverse and resilient species of the native Australian emu bush will boost vital land restoration and revegetation efforts across the country.

15 November 2022

Obesity linked to higher rate of knee replacement revisions

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Obesity linked to higher rate of knee replacement revisions

University of Queensland research has revealed Australians undergoing a knee replacement operation are at a higher risk of needing further surgery if they’re obese.

15 November 2022

Stressed Brisbane cyclists take the long way round

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Stressed Brisbane cyclists take the long way round

Cyclists in Brisbane don’t take the shortest or flattest routes, but rather plan their journeys to minimise traffic stress according to research from The University of Queensland.

14 November 2022

UQ’s ‘Frazer Institute’ honours retiring vaccine co-inventor

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UQ’s ‘Frazer Institute’ honours retiring vaccine co-inventor

The University of Queensland has recognised the outstanding contribution to society of medical researcher and philanthropist Ian Frazer AC by renaming the UQ Diamantina Institute in his honour.

11 November 2022