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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
Close up of koala in tree. Image, Adobe.

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
A woman smoking while posing for a phone selfie

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

9 September 2024
Two scientists in lab coats and goggles working in a lab.

Researchers at Â鶹ÊÓƵ 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
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 Â鶹ÊÓƵ 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
hands in blue gloves hold a small vial containing yellow liquid and white hose

Technology developed at Â鶹ÊÓƵ 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, Â鶹ÊÓƵ

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

3 September 2024
A group of 8 people standing shoulder to shoulder, smiling.

Â鶹ÊÓƵ 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
Different sized coral underwater

Â鶹ÊÓƵ 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
a woman sits in a chair and draws a bow with her foot and mouth

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
A composite image of two photos of men in suits, side by side.

Â鶹ÊÓƵ 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 Â鶹ÊÓƵ of Queensland 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 Â鶹ÊÓƵ as the Kinnane Professor of Music early next year.

30 August 2024
some wires and tech equipment sits inside a concrete-surrounded hole in the ground

Â鶹ÊÓƵ research has won an international innovation award for successfully tackling odour and corrosion in sewers.

29 August 2024