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a close up of a tipped over orange container with white pills spilling onto a black surface

ҹɫÊÓƵ research has found use of the opioid oxycodone in Australia almost halved after changes to packaging and prescribing practices in 2019.

12 September 2024
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ҹɫÊÓƵ-led research has found people on the autism spectrum are almost 3 times more likely to die by suicide compared to non-autistic people.

11 September 2024
A mine waste site

University of Queensland researchers are developing new ways to monitor mine waste using drones and ground sensors to improve safety and land rehabilitation across mine sites.

11 September 2024
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Records of koala admissions to veterinary hospitals in South East Queensland show euthanasia was the most common outcome, according to University of Queensland research.

10 September 2024
A female para athlete watches as her coach approaches with a prosthesis for her fencing competition.

Research has highlighted the need for visible and accessible pathways for people with disabilities to transition into coaching.

9 September 2024
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Young people exposed to social media posts by celebrities and influencers who endorse nicotine products are more susceptible to smoking or vaping, ҹɫÊÓƵ research has found.

9 September 2024
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Researchers at ҹɫÊÓƵ 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

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

5 September 2024

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

5 September 2024
A photo of a stage, lit up with pink and blue lights, and a glass trophy in the foreground saying Eureka Prizes.

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

4 September 2024
Professor Ranjeny Thomas AM wearing white coat working in her lab. Image, ҹɫÊÓƵ

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

3 September 2024
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ҹɫÊÓƵ 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
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ҹɫÊÓƵ 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

ҹɫÊÓƵ 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

ҹɫÊÓƵ 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
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Technology has enabled athletes with disabilities to reach incredible heights but it has also introduced new challenges, particularly in ensuring fairness and equity in competition.

2 September 2024
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ҹɫÊÓƵ researchers have received two $3 million grants from the National Health and Medical Research Council to accelerate knowledge and treatment of Alzheimer’s disease, and to improve gynaecological cancer treatment.

30 August 2024

A bioscience startup and a world-leading immunologist at ҹɫÊÓƵ are among the winners in the Life Sciences Queensland (LSQ) GENE Awards.

30 August 2024
A man standing in a sandstone building holding a clarinet

One of Australia’s leading musicians and educators will join ҹɫÊÓƵ as the Kinnane Professor of Music early next year.

30 August 2024