Analysis has shown a boulder weighing almost 1,200 tonnes in Tonga is one of the largest known wave-transported rocks in the world, providing new insights into the Pacific region’s history and risk of tsunamis.

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

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.

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.