Replanted rainforests may benefit from termite transplants

Despite a bad reputation for their destructive abilities, termite ‘transplants’ may be necessary to give regenerated rainforests a boost.

7 May 2025
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Light conversion tech to power wearable X-rays for children

Light conversion technology developed by UQ researchers will be used for wearable X-ray devices that make respiratory scans more comfortable for young children.

6 May 2025
UQ reseachers examining light conversion technology in a lab.

Influencers sway smoking and vaping attitudes in young people

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Influencers sway smoking and vaping attitudes in young people

Young people exposed to social media posts by celebrities and influencers who endorse nicotine products are more susceptible to smoking or vaping, UQ research has found.

9 September 2024

Immune cell ‘atlas’ will help kids fight life-threatening diseases

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Immune cell ‘atlas’ will help kids fight life-threatening diseases

Researchers at UQ are developing a comprehensive paediatric immune cell ‘atlas’ to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of children with life-threatening diseases such as cancer, diabetes and lupus.

6 September 2024

UQ research recognised in world rankings

UQ research recognised in world rankings

The University of Queensland has ranked first in Australia in four subject areas in the 2024 National Taiwan University (NTU) Rankings.

5 September 2024

UQ researchers awarded Advance Queensland Industry Research Fellowships

UQ researchers awarded Advance Queensland Industry Research Fellowships

Nine University of Queensland researchers have been awarded $2.1 million through the 2024 Advance Queensland Industry Research Fellowships program.

5 September 2024

UQ researchers and educators awarded three Eureka Prizes

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UQ researchers and educators awarded three Eureka Prizes

Teams of researchers from UQ working on pioneering melanoma imaging and preventing deadly infections, along with a science engagement team, have won prestigious 2024 Australian Museum Eureka Prizes.

5 September 2024

Capturing PFAS chemicals for better battery technology

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Capturing PFAS chemicals for better battery technology

Technology developed at UQ can remove harmful ‘forever chemicals’ from water so they can be used in renewable batteries.

4 September 2024

A drug free life for Rheumatoid Arthritis patients possible within a decade

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A drug free life for Rheumatoid Arthritis patients possible within a decade

Long term relief is within reach for people with Rheumatoid Arthritis after an $11.5 million grant to a UQ-led team.

3 September 2024

A quantum leap for biology

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A quantum leap for biology

UQ has launched a $45 million research initiative to position Australia as a global leader in quantum biotechnology, and tackle some of the world’s biggest challenges.

3 September 2024

Reef tourism encourages climate action

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Reef tourism encourages climate action

UQ research has revealed that informing tourists visiting the Great Barrier Reef about climate impact doesn’t negatively affect their experience and can help encourage climate action.

3 September 2024

Gold for UQ Cycle Club star

Gold for UQ Cycle Club star

UQ Cycle Club member Korey Boddington collected a gold medal and a Games record in the C4–C5 1000 metres time trial in his Paralympic Games debut.

2 September 2024

Hall back on the podium as UQ swimmers win Australia's first Paralympic medals in Paris

Hall back on the podium as UQ swimmers win Australia's first Paralympic medals in Paris

UQ Paralympians have had a remarkable weekend in the pool, with swimmers Jack Ireland, Lakeisha Patterson and Brenden Hall claiming silver and bronze medals.

2 September 2024