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Book reveals secrets of ‘fascinating’ termites

A children’s book which takes readers inside the life of termites, published with the help of a °ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê×ÊÁÏ linguist, has received a top literary award.

13 September 2024
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Prescription changes lead to drop in oxycodone use

°ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê×ÊÁÏ 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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A graphic of multiple grey profiles of the human face, with one made up of many colours.

°ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê×ÊÁÏ-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
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, °ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê×ÊÁÏ research has found.

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

Researchers at °ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê×ÊÁÏ 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

°ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê×ÊÁÏ 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 °ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê×ÊÁÏ 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 °ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê×ÊÁÏ 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, °ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê×ÊÁÏ

Long term relief is within reach for people with Rheumatoid Arthritis after an $11.5 million grant to a °ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê×ÊÁÏ-led team.

3 September 2024