UQ News

Staying physically active cuts risk of early death by 40 per cent

Adults who stay consistently active throughout their life can lower their risk of early death by up to 40 per cent, a global study led by The University of Queensland has found.

11 July 2025

Four cyclists getting outside for sunrise at the Trapiche in Pelotas, Brazil

Friday essay: ‘An oasis in the desert’

Jackie Huggins reflects on her deep history with Carnarvorn Gorge.

11 July 2025

New ultrasound imaging to map drug delivery into the brain

11 July 2025
Algae unlocks a cheaper, greener and more ethical way to grow cells

10 July 2025
Finding a "little language family" with Australia's first Indigenous language revitalisation program

10 July 2025

Dishwashing a source of microplastic pollution

Fingers holding microplastics shown through a magnifying glass

Washing household plastic containers in a dishwasher releases nanoplastic and microplastic pollution into wastewater, UQ researchers have found.

20 May 2025

The UQ law students helping the vulnerable and disadvantaged

Professor Tamara Walsh at The University of Queensland

UQ's pro bono team will take to the streets today to raise funds so vulnerable and disadvantaged people can access legal help.

20 May 2025

Full circle: Former Premier and UQ alum appointed Adjunct Professor

A woman in a pink blazer leans against a sandstone pillar, smiling at the camera.

Former Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk’s long association with UQ – including as a distinguished alum – has extended with her appointment as an Adjunct Professor in the School of Political Science and International Studies.

16 May 2025

Language a barrier in biodiversity work

two black and white birds fly in a blue sky

A UQ study has shown scientific knowledge on the conservation of endangered species is often overlooked when not presented in English.

16 May 2025

Newborn vitamin D deficiency linked to higher risk of ADHD, schizophrenia, autism

Newborn baby lying on bed in the sunlight.

Newborn babies with a vitamin D deficiency have a higher chance of later developing mental disorders such as ADHD, schizophrenia and autism, a major study involving UQ has found.

15 May 2025

Berries just the beginning for bioplastic breakthrough

Dr Luigi Vandi and Vincent Mathel have successfully tested their biocomposite as a strawberry punnet that biodegrades completely in soil, fresh water, the ocean, and in compost. Photos Aubrey Jonasson

UQ researchers have developed a biodegradable plastic that promises to set a new sustainability standard for mass-produced food packaging such as fruit punnets.

15 May 2025

Digital reconstruction reveals 80 steps of prehistoric life

A dinosaur’s 40-second journey more than 120 million years ago has been brought back to life by a UQ-led research team using advanced digital modelling techniques.

14 May 2025

Advanced prostate cancer drug a step closer to the clinic

Three scientists in white lab coats looking at a computer screen.

A $1.25 million investment is driving the development of a new treatment for advanced and therapy-resistant prostate cancer at UQ.

13 May 2025

New national guidelines to improve fetal alcohol spectrum disorder diagnosis

Pregnant woman declining glass of red wine. Adobe

Health professionals will have access to national clinical practice guidelines to help assess and diagnose fetal alcohol spectrum disorder, after a 4-year research project led by UQ.

13 May 2025